Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
VISA EXTENSIONS
One month is the normal visa validity and three months the maximum. For extensions with-
in the three-month limit, there are immigration offices in all major towns; the process is
free and straightforward. Extensions after three months are difficult; you usually need to
leave the country and apply for a new visa.
Volunteering
Volunteering opportunities (generally teaching, or in environmental or health work) are
usually best arranged prior to arriving in Tanzania. Note that the Tanzanian government has
recently drastically raised the cost of volunteer (Class C) resident permits to US$550 for
three months. Some places to start are listed following; also see the Volunteering in Moshi
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Frontier
(
www.frontier.ac.uk
)
Indigenous Education Foundation of Tanzania
(
www.ieftz.org
)
Kigamboni Community Centre
(
www.kccdar.com
)
Peace Corps
(
www.peacecorps.gov
)
ResponsibleTravel.com
(
www.responsibletravel.com
)
Trade Aid
(
www.tradeaiduk.org/volunteer.html
)
Ujamaa Hostel
(
www.ujamaahostel.com
)
Voluntary Service Overseas
(VSO;
www.vso.org.uk
)
Women Travellers
Women travellers are not likely to encounter many specifically gender-related problems.
More often than not, you will meet only warmth, hospitality and sisterly regard, and find
that you receive special treatment that you probably wouldn't be shown if you were a male
traveller. That said, you'll inevitably attract some attention, especially if you're travelling
alone, and there are some areas where caution is essential. A few tips:
»Dress modestly: trousers or a long skirt, and a conservative top with a sleeve. Tucking
your hair under a cap or scarf, or tying it back, also helps.
»Use common sense, trust your instincts and take the usual precautions when out and about.
Avoid walking alone at night. Avoid isolated areas at any time and be particularly cautious
on beaches, many of which can become quickly deserted.
