For those flying into Tanzania, an RT-PCR Covid-19 rapid test at the airport now costs just US$10 (it was previously $25). Those who travel into Tanzania via a land border, however, are not charged for the test.
If you’re travelling with Moja Africa Experience, we’ll happily arrange a test for you if you request it.
You might like to read the Government of Tanzania’s Travel Advisory No. 9 of 24th December, 2021. Zanzibar has its own Covid-19 testing and vaccination site, which you can visit here.
Coronavirus testing near Kilimanjaro
If you require a Covid-19 test while in Tanzania, no problem. You can have a test done for about $50 at Selian Hospital in Arusha or Mawenzi Regional Hospital in Moshi (the two towns closest to Kilimanjaro).
The official turnaround time for tests results is 72 hours, but in our experience results come back within 24 to 48 hours. We’ll happily advise you on how to plan your itinerary around this test.
Coronavirus testing on safari
Doing a safari after your Kili climb? PCR testing is now available at multiple locations on the Northern Circuit.
At Moja Africa Experience we most commonly make use of the Seronera Village Dispensary in the Serengeti. This is a private clinic and as such you cannot pay cash – you must make payment via a local Tanzanian bank. You’ll therefore need assistance from your tour operator to organise this. For those booking a trip with us, we send you the relevant info before your trip so that we can make arrangements on your behalf for this.
This is Tanzania’s Covid-19 booking portal should you wish to take a look.
