Tanzania eSIM
Mobile data in Tanzania. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 512Kbps after high-speed)
- 3G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Tanzania eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | Rs. 572.85 | Rs. 572.85 |
| 2 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 668.48 | Rs. 334.24 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | Rs. 1,433.55 | Rs. 477.85 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 2,294.26 | Rs. 458.85 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 4,111.30 | Rs. 411.13 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | Rs. 8,319.20 | Rs. 415.96 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 525.03 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 955.38 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | Rs. 1,529.19 / day | — |
Which Tanzania eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
Rs. 1,433.55 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 4,111.30 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 8,319.20 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
Rs. 8,319.20 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from Rs. 525.03 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Tanzania
Airtel 5G
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Top-ups
Running low? Power up instantly with flexible data top-ups.
Common Questions
How can an eSIM help me explore Dar es Salaam in Tanzania?
You walk out of Julius Nyerere International Airport and open Bolt, passing the SIM counter queue instead of joining it. You enter your hotel in Dar es Salaam, find the pickup point and follow the ride on Google Maps as traffic streams towards the centre. Through the window, roadside stalls give way to busier streets, and you save a restaurant near your hotel before your driver turns off the main road.
After dropping your bag, you head towards Kivukoni Fish Market with the route open on your screen. You use Google Translate to work through a Swahili menu, choose grilled fish and send a photo home through WhatsApp. A local guide sends a meeting point in the same app, and you open it on the map before setting off towards the waterfront.
What should I look for in a tourist eSIM for Tanzania?
Start with network reach along your route, from Dar es Salaam and Arusha to Zanzibar and the safari circuit. This eSIM uses local networks serving those main visitor areas, with patchier reception in remote park terrain. Look for hotspot support if you want to share data; tethering works on most plans.
Choose an option you can prepare before flying and add data to later. This plan supports installation before departure, gives you 180 days from purchase to activate, and accepts data top-ups. The data allowance and validity depend on your chosen package.
Where will my tourist eSIM have coverage in Tanzania?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Airtel, with 3G connectivity. Coverage is strongest in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Moshi and Zanzibar’s main tourist areas, including Stone Town. Reception becomes patchier across remote stretches of Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the mountain terrain of Kilimanjaro.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; enable roaming |
| When you're connected | On landing, upon connecting to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes Tanzania roaming |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | Passport registration required | No new paperwork through your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Buy on arrival at local rates | Included allowances or additional charges depend on your home plan |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through local shops or provider channels | Extra data options depend on your home plan |
What digital travel tips are useful for a trip to Tanzania?
- Download offline maps for Stone Town before exploring its narrow lanes; save your accommodation entrance as a pin.
- Save safari booking confirmations and lodge directions offline before entering Serengeti National Park.
- Carry a charged power bank on safari; vehicle charging sockets may be shared with other passengers.
- Pack a suitable adapter for Tanzania’s Type D and Type G sockets so you can recharge your devices.
- Carry cash alongside your payment card; smaller beach stalls and market vendors may not accept cards.
- Ask permission before photographing people at markets, and put your camera away when someone declines.
How much does a Tanzania eSIM cost?
SimSwift Tanzania eSIMs start at Rs. 572.85 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at Rs. 525.03 a day.