Sports and leisure activities Tanzania

Budget & Tips

For kitesurfing in Zanzibar. If you want to try kitesurfing, take a multi-day package, including lessons + equipment (or even accommodation for some hotels with clubs). It's much cheaper than trying it one day at a time. In Pajé or Jambiani, the small clubs are cheaper than the big ones, so if you're on a tight budget, negotiate! In Zanzibar, everything is negotiable.

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You need PADI certification to dive in deep spots, and dive clubs in Zanzibar, as well as in Unguja, Pemba and Mafia, are very strict about legislation, both for safety and legal liability reasons. However, introductory dives are organized at shallow depths, and all clubs offer PADI certification. What better setting than Zanzibar for certification?

To be booked

Diving. Divers will of course be well advised to book their stay with all-inclusive accommodation + diving packages, which are more advantageous. For water-based activities, tour times are subject to change, depending on the tides, and whether you want to go sailing or snorkeling will depend on the water level. So be sure to book your tour one or two days in advance, so you don't miss out.

Climbing Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru and Mount Ol Doinyo Lengaï. Agencies generally offer these three ascents, but you need to be better prepared to climb Africa's highest peak, and there are a lot of applicants, especially in high season. You'll need to book your stay well in advance during this period. Apart from this, there are agencies in Arusha and Moshi that can arrange for you to climb the peak on site, with equipment on loan.

Main events

The Kilimanjaro Trails Festival, held in early January, is an event not to be missed.

Kilimanjaro Marathon. Held in February, this marathon takes place against an incredible backdrop of the Roof of Africa.