In some months of this year, Poles were the second largest group of tourists visiting Zanzibar around Italy, although in the summer months Germany, the British and the French are taking over the lead. In our winter months, this paradise island in Tanzania was visited by over 8,000 per month. Our compatriots – according to the information of the Tanzanian side of The Citizen. In June it was over 4,000 Soon, however, these travels will be more expensive.
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The new Tanzanian tax will also apply to travelers visiting Zanzibar. The fee from November 1 will be $ 45 for a flight (164 zlotys) one way and 90 dollars (328 zlotys) for a return trip. Infants under two years of age will be exempt from the fee.
The fee will be charged when buying a ticket and on the invoice will be visible as a separate item. In the event of travel cancellation or not using tickets, travelers will receive a full reimbursement. According to the Tanzania Civil Aviation Office, the fee will be allocated to new border control and passenger service systems.
One of the most expensive regions for airlines
-In Africa, taxes, fees and receivables are already 12-15 percent higher than the world average, which makes it one of the most expensive regions for airlines. Further unjustified increases only increase the burden of passengers and undermine the role of aviation in the merger of people and economies – commented on the decision of the Tanzania authorities Kamil Al Avadhi, vice president of the regional international association of air carriers (IATA).
Recently introduced Tanzania Compulsory health insurance of $ 44which the state insurer must be purchased by every person visiting this country.
For Tanzania tourists and in general, African countries become very expensive directions. Most countries require visas whose prices start from $ 30. As in the case of Zimbabwe, $ 50 to Tanzania, 85 to Sierra Leon, and over $ 100 to neighboring Liberia. One of the most expensive is a visa to Ghana – a single entrance costs $ 130.
Safari prices are even higher – the cheapest starts from around $ 200. per day. In Tanzania, the cheapest one -day journey around the Kilimanjaro National Park costs about $ 100, not counting access to it. In the same country, one night at the luxurious campsite in Serengeti costs over $ 80. You need to prepare at least $ 2,000 for exclusive trips with a flight. for each day.
