5.0 Excellent
Dorine M11 months ago
Grateful experience
As a solo female traveler, I felt super safe and well taken care of the entire time.
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How To Get There
Visa, flight routing, and the transfer once you land.
eVisa or visa-on-arrivalVisa options
$50 most / $100 US citizensVisa fee
~52 min, JRO to ArushaAirport transfer
Europe & Middle-East directIntercontinental flights
Visa, flights & transfers
Getting to Tanzania
Most travelers fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a short transfer from Arusha and the natural gateway for the northern circuit and Kilimanjaro. Here's what's actually involved — visas, flight routing, and the transfer once you land.
Visa
Entering Tanzania
Most nationalities can enter Tanzania on an eVisa (applied for online in advance) or a visa-on-arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. An eVisa is worth doing ahead of time — it's the same cost, but avoids the arrival queue.
eVisa
Apply online before you travel — recommended to save time on arrival.
Visa on arrival
Available for most nationalities at JRO, paid in cash or card at the airport.
Cost
Published fees are $50 for most nationalities, $100 for US citizens (multi-entry).
Always confirm
Requirements and fees can change — check your specific nationality's current requirement before you travel.
Flights
Flying in
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) has direct intercontinental connections from Europe and the Middle East, but not from the Americas or Asia — those routes connect via a European or Middle Eastern hub. Precision Air is the main regional carrier linking JRO to other East African cities.
- JRO is the main gateway for the northern circuit and Kilimanjaro
- Dar es Salaam (DAR) is the alternative gateway, better suited to the southern circuit or a Zanzibar-first trip
- Regional connections (Nairobi, other East African cities) are common via Precision Air
Airport transfer
From the runway to your hotel
JRO sits roughly 32 miles (about 52 minutes' drive) from Arusha. We arrange private airport pickup as standard on every trip — you won't need to sort your own transfer.
Landed — now what?
See how the classic Tanzania safari itineraries are actually built, from a 3-day taster to the full circuit.
Good to know
How To Get There FAQ
Should I get an eVisa or a visa on arrival?
Either works, but the eVisa is worth doing in advance — same cost, no airport queue. Apply through Tanzania's official immigration portal, not a third-party site.
Which airport should I fly into?
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for the northern circuit or Kilimanjaro — it's the closest to Arusha. Dar es Salaam (DAR) makes more sense if you're heading straight to the southern circuit or Zanzibar first.
Is airport transfer included?
Yes — private pickup from JRO is arranged as standard on every TanzaLux trip.
Do I need a visa if I'm just transiting through Tanzania?
Transit rules vary by nationality and layover length — check your specific situation with Tanzania's immigration authority rather than assuming.
Traveller stories
The proof should come from people who went.
Dagmar P1 month ago
Private Safari 6 days
I can only highly recommend the young company Tanzalux for organizing a private safari.
Read moreSylvanus T9 months ago
An unforgettable vegetarian journey with Tanzalux Safaris
I highly recommend Tanzalux for anyone wanting a special, personalized safari.
Read moreLucas G2 months ago
Our 3-day camping safari with Tanzalux was simply fantastic! Everything was perfectly organized.
Read moreVictoria Goodluck3 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleBack in April, I joined a day trip to Tarangire National Park with Tanzalux Safaris, and it was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had…
Read moreDanai Vicha5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleI've had an amazing experience with Tanzalux Safaris, would 1000% recommend! Thank you for making my trip so special🫶
Read moreikigo simbila5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleI recently visited Meru Waterfalls in Arusha and got to do some of the activities there, honestly it was such a great experience and I really enjoyed it.
Read moreHadija Shebe5 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleOur guide Dullah Mr Rastaman had the best vibe. I would like to recommend other people not to miss it, Tarangire is the best national park.
Read moreTumain Hope4 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleOur tour guide Nasri was very friendly and welcoming from the first day we met him. He knows Tarangire very well and explained many things during the safari.
Read moreLinnah Kimaro4 months ago
★★★★★
Posted on GoogleAs a grandmother in the group, I would like to share my happiness with Tanzalux Safaris. Me, my daughters, and my grandson went on a short trip to Tarangire National Park…
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