Mr. Willbard Chambulo, Chairman of TATO, expressed heartfelt gratitude to members for their generous contributions, totaling 101,932,080 TZS, to support these children. “We are proud to present these funds to JKCI through its ‘Heart Team Africa’ foundation. We are confident that these children and their families will receive timely medical assistance, and with God’s grace, […]
Starting October 1, 2024, all visitors to Zanzibar, Tanzania, except residents, will need to purchase a mandatory travel insurance policy costing US$44. This insurance, provided exclusively by the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC), will cover various emergencies during their stay of up to 92 days. The new rule aims to enhance visitor safety and manage potential […]
Tanzania is positioned to capture a significant portion of the Indian outbound travel market valued at $18.8 billion, distinguished US travel specialist Stephen Richer has said. Speaking to members of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (Tato) in Arusha over the weekend, Richer offered invaluable insights on tapping into this expanding market. Mr. Richer highlighted […]
The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) announces the release of its comprehensive Safari Guide Code of Conduct and Ethics. This initiative aims to elevate safari guiding standards across Tanzania, reinforcing TATO’s commitment to sustainable tourism and preserving Tanzania’s natural and cultural heritage. Key Highlights: TATO urges all tour operators to adopt this code and […]
Arusha, Tanzania – May 3, 2024 – The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), proudly celebrating 40 years of existence and boasting over 300 licensed members, is excited to announce its participation in Africa’s leading travel trade show, Africa’s Travel Indaba 2024. The event is scheduled to be held in Durban, South Africa, from May […]
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) announces to all its esteemed customers the temporary closure of some of the roads with in the Conservation Area following damage caused by the heavy rains during this season. Roads that will be affected by the temporary closure starting 27th April, 2024 include; The Ngoitoktok Road going to Lerai […]
Starting April 1st, 2024, TANAPA will implement new fees for tourist vehicles, categorized by weight. Vehicles weighing from 0 to 2 tons will be charged TZS 20,000, excluding VAT, in line with current 2024 TANAPA tariffs. Extended vehicles weighing from 2 tons up to 3.5 tons will be charged the fee applicable to vehicles weighing […]
On 7th March 2024, the Zanzibar Commission for Tourism (ZCT) issued a notice to all tourism businesses and visitors during the holy fasting month of Ramadhan 2024. The Zanzibar Commission for Tourism requests collaboration from all tourism businesses to ensure a respectful atmosphere for both residents and visitors in Zanzibar. This period is one of […]
Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) has stepped up an emergency relief valued at $51,200 to victims of deadly mudslides that rocked Katesh township in Hanang’ District, Manyara Region, Tanzania, early December 2023. It rained cats and dogs in Katesh and its environs on the day, leading part of the nearby Mount Hanang to collapse, […]
120+ members from nearly 267 tour companies participated in the 40th AGM held at Gran Melia Hotel in Arusha.Corporate social responsibility must be scaled up through TATO – is a key resolution reached.Six new board members elected.Collaboration with the government remains the beacon of tourism industry’s growth. The 40th Annual General Meeting of the Tanzania […]
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism of the United Republic of Tanzania has announced the opening of applications for Tourism Business Licenses (TTBL) for the year 2024. All tourism operators, including Tour Operators, Safari Outfitters, Travel Agents, and various other categories as per the Tourism Act No. 29 of 2008, are advised to initiate […]
In a landmark event, the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) celebrated its 40th anniversary at the 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 28, 2023, unveiling a revitalized logo under the astute leadership of Chairman Wilbard Chambulo. The momentous occasion, held in Arusha and attended by industry stakeholders and government officials, highlighted TATO’s unwavering […]
Tour operators in Tanzania are negotiating with the German leisure airline, Condor with a view to enticing with the Frankfurt-based airline to include the northern circuit in its East African Scheduled flights,arrently covering Nairobi, Zanzibar and Mombasa. Tourism is currently Tanzania`s number one foreign exchange earner, bringing in $3.15 billion during the year ending September […]
Tanzania 2023-24 fiscal year commenced in July 2023. Please find below and attached highlights from Tanzania 2023-24 Budget, and 2023 Tax Calendar: 1) Tanzania Budget 2023-24 Summary, prepared by the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Government Budget Division, issued in July 2023 (download here) 2) Tanzania 2023-24 Budget Bulletin, prepared by PWC (download here) To help with compliance, […]
HE World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has endorsed the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) as a new member, raising the profile of the country tourism high. TATO, is Tanzania’s leading members-only group advocating for over 300 private expert tour operators in Tanzania, the home of the number one safari destination in the world.“I’ve the pleasure […]
