Habari, Tanzania.Tanzania
eSIM.Fast 5G data plans. Instant activation, no SIM swap.
Land in Tanzania already online — plans from $4.93. No roaming bills, hotspot included.
4.1 · 17 reviews on TrustpilotTanzania is East Africa's most iconic safari and adventure destination. Mount Kilimanjaro — Africa's highest peak at 5,895m — dominates the north. The Serengeti National Park hosts the Great Migration. Zanzibar's spice islands offer UNESCO World Heritage Stone Town, white-sand beaches, and turquoise water. Your Flysimio eSIM works across Tanzania's urban centres and national parks.
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Works on iPhone XS+ and most Android since 2018. Check your device
eSIM in 3 steps for Tanzania
Pick data amount and validity. Pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
We email a QR code instantly. Scan it in Settings — installed in under 60 seconds. No app needed.
Your phone connects to local networks automatically when you arrive. No SIM swap, no kiosk. Hotspot included.
Coverage & connectivity.
Your device connects to the strongest available network automatically — no manual setup.
Vodacom Tanzania and Airtel provide the widest 4G LTE coverage. Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Moshi (Kilimanjaro gateway), and Zanzibar (Stone Town, beach resorts) are well covered. Serengeti central (Seronera) has 4G near lodges; remote wilderness areas do not. Kilimanjaro trekking routes have no signal above Horombo Hut (~3,720m). Selous and Ruaha are remote — download offline guides.
How much data do you need?
Pick your travel style and trip length — we'll suggest the right Tanzania plan, no guessing.
Estimates only — actual use depends on your apps, video quality, and habits.
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Questions about Tanzania
Does Flysimio work in the Serengeti?
Yes, near the main lodges and Seronera central area. Remote wilderness camps and northern Serengeti near the Kenya border have limited or no signal. Download offline maps and park guides before leaving Arusha.
Can I use my eSIM on Kilimanjaro?
Signal exists at the lower camps (Machame, Lemosho gate area) but disappears above Horombo (~3,720m). There is no connectivity above the clouds. Inform family of your expected schedule before ascending; satellite communications are available through guides.
Does Flysimio work in Zanzibar?
Yes. Vodacom and Airtel cover Stone Town and the main beach resort areas (Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje). Remote beaches and the Jozani Forest reserve have reduced signal.
What currency is used in Tanzania?
The Tanzanian shilling (TZS). USD is widely accepted for safari and hotel payments. ATMs in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Zanzibar Stone Town dispense TZS. Remote parks are cash-only for tips and local purchases.
What is the best time to see the Great Migration in Tanzania?
The calving season (January–February) in the southern Serengeti (Ndutu area) is extraordinary — newborn wildebeest and predator activity is intense. The dramatic river crossings happen in July–October when herds move north to Kenya's Maasai Mara.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you scan a QR code and your plan installs instantly — no SIM tray needed.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
iPhone XS (2018) and newer, most Android flagships from 2020+, and all Samsung Galaxy S21+ devices support eSIM. Check our compatibility page for the full device list.
How do I install the eSIM?
After purchase, we email a QR code. On iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR Code. On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. The whole process takes under 60 seconds.
Can I keep my regular SIM while using this eSIM?
Yes. Most phones support dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Keep your home number for calls and SMS — use Flysimio for data abroad. You control which SIM handles what in your phone Settings.
Is an eSIM better than a tourist SIM card?
For most trips, yes. A tourist SIM card means finding a shop or airport kiosk on arrival, showing your passport, and swapping out your home SIM. An eSIM is bought online, installed at home before you fly, and connects when you land, while your home SIM stays in the phone. A local SIM can be cheaper per GB for long stays of a month or more, and it is the option to choose if you need a local phone number.
Does the eSIM come with a local phone number?
No. Flysimio travel eSIMs are data-only, so there is no local phone number for calls or SMS. WhatsApp, iMessage, FaceTime and other calling apps work over the data connection, and your home number stays active on your regular SIM for calls and texts.
How fast is the eSIM?
You connect to the same local 4G/LTE and 5G networks listed on this page, at the speeds those networks give local customers where you are. 5G works where the network and your phone both support it. Daily plans run at full speed up to the daily allowance and are slowed for the rest of that day; fixed-data plans run at full speed until the data is used.
Does the eSIM include a hotspot (tethering)?
Yes, all Flysimio plans include mobile hotspot at no extra charge. Share your data connection with laptops, tablets, or other devices freely.
What happens when my data runs out?
You can top up data from your account dashboard at any time. Top-ups are applied instantly — no need to buy a new eSIM or wait.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Full refund within 7 days of purchase, no questions asked, as long as the eSIM is unused or has used less than 100 MB — that allowance means you can install it and check it connects without losing the guarantee. Past 100 MB we still refund in full for verified faults, such as activation details that never arrived or a technical failure on our side. Contact contact@flysimio.com with your order number.
How long is the eSIM valid for?
You have 6 months from your purchase date to activate the eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days) begins counting down.
Will the eSIM work at the airport when I land?
Yes — as long as you installed the eSIM before your flight, it activates automatically when your phone connects to a local network on landing. No Wi-Fi required for activation.
What if the QR code doesn't scan?
If the QR code won't scan, you can enter the activation code manually — we include both in the email. You can also contact our 24/7 support team and we'll resend or manually provision your eSIM.
