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eSIM for Tanzania

Data only|20 plans|2 partner networks|from $2.70

  • Fixed data and unlimited plans
  • 4G LTE on Halotel, Airtel
  • No roaming charges
  • Starts when you land, not when you buy
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Start enjoying your eSIM for Tanzania

Bigger plans, lower price per GB

Trip duration

Select number of days

How many travelers?

Select one eSIM per device

Data

Total

$9.30 USD

Tanzania, 5GB, 30 days.$1.86 per GB, about $0.31 a day.

Get my eSIM

Create a free account with one token, add credit and the QR code is ready right after.

The eSIM includes

Keep your number

Your home SIM stays active for calls and texts while the eSIM carries your data in Tanzania.

Hotspot sharing

Share the data with a laptop or a travel companion's phone on most partner networks.

Install your eSIM before or during your trip. Your plan begins once it first connects in Tanzania.

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Fast, reliable data in Tanzania

  • Clear video calls on WhatsApp and FaceTime.
  • Share stories and photos in seconds.
  • Find your way with live maps and transit.
  • Book rides and food where the apps operate.

Partner networks in Tanzania

Your eSIM joins Halotel, Airtel on 4G LTE. If one network is weak in an area, you can choose another one in the carrier settings.

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How to get an eSIM for Tanzania?

  1. 01.Choose your plan for Tanzania by data and days, and how many travelers need one.Check compatibility list
  2. 02.Install the eSIM with the QR code in My eSIMs, on WiFi, before you fly.See install methods
  3. 03.Complete the setup: turn the eSIM on at arrival and allow data roaming for it.

Tanzania travel eSIM: what to know

An eSIM for Tanzania is a prepaid, data only mobile plan that you download to your phone before the trip and that connects to Halotel, Airtel when you arrive. eSIMTrip sells 20 plans for Tanzania, from $2.70 for 1GB, 3 days.

Traveling in Tanzania

Tanzania is famous for safaris, beaches, and Mount Kilimanjaro. Visitors often explore Arusha, Zanzibar, and Serengeti National Park. Trips typically last 7 to 15 days, combining wildlife tours with beach relaxation. Mobile data is useful for maps in national parks, booking safari tours, and checking ferry schedules to Zanzibar.

Coverage and signal

Coverage is strong in cities like Dar es Salaam and Arusha, as well as in tourist areas like Zanzibar. Signal can be weaker in remote safari parks like Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater. Download offline maps before visiting national parks. Apps like Uber for ride-hailing and Zanzibar Ferry for ferry bookings are widely used.

Choosing the right plan

For short safaris or beach stays, a 3-day plan with 1GB or 3GB is sufficient. Week-long trips combining safaris and Zanzibar may require a 7-day plan with 5GB or 10GB. Longer stays or heavy users can opt for a 30-day plan with 20GB. Unlimited data is also available for extensive usage.

Plans at a glance

Validity runs from 3 days to 30 days. The largest fixed plan is 20GB, 30 days for $26.40. Unlimited plans run for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 days with a daily full-speed amount of 3GB, then 1 Mbps until the day ends. Traveling on to other countries? Africa (36 countries), Africa Safari (3 countries), Global (161 countries) also cover Tanzania.

Product
Prepaid data only eSIM
Phone number and SMS
Not included; app calls work
Networks
Halotel (4G), Airtel (4G)
Plans
20 (14 fixed, 6 unlimited)
Lowest price
$2.70 for 1GB, 3 days
Validity starts
First connection at the destination
Install
QR code or manual codes
Top up
Yes, or add a second eSIM

Why buy a Tanzania prepaid travel eSIM from eSIMTrip?

Compared with roaming from home and a local SIM card bought on arrival.

eSIMTrip eSIMHome roamingLocal SIM
Unlimited and fixed dataYesNoYes
Price known before the tripYesNoNo
Online at the gateYesYesNo
Keeps your home numberYesYesNo
No contract or ID checkYesNoNo

Plans that also cover Tanzania

Crossing borders? One regional eSIM keeps you online in every country on the list.

eSIM prices for Tanzania

20 plans, prices in US dollars, final

DataDaysPrice
  • 1GB3 days3 days$2.70 USD
  • 3GB3 days3 days$6.00 USD
  • Unlimited3 days3 days$11.70 USD
  • Unlimited5 days5 days$17.10 USD
  • 1GB7 days7 days$2.70 USD
  • 3GB7 days7 days$6.60 USD
  • 5GB7 days7 days$8.70 USD
  • 10GB7 days7 days$14.40 USD
  • Unlimited7 days7 days$21.60 USD
  • Unlimited10 days10 days$22.80 USD
  • 2GB15 days15 days$4.80 USD
  • 5GB15 days15 days$9.00 USD
  • 10GB15 days15 days$15.00 USD
  • 20GB15 days15 days$25.80 USD
  • Unlimited15 days15 days$29.40 USD
  • 3GB30 days30 days$6.60 USD
  • 5GB30 days30 days$9.30 USD
  • 10GB30 days30 days$15.60 USD
  • 20GB30 days30 days$26.40 USD
  • Unlimited30 days30 days$59.40 USD

FAQs for your travel eSIM

Frequently asked questions

Which network does the Tanzania eSIM use?

It connects to Halotel, Airtel in Tanzania on 4G LTE.

How much is an eSIM for Tanzania?

Plans start at $2.70 for 1GB, 3 days. There are 20 plans from 3 days to 30 days, including unlimited plans for 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 30 days. Prices are in US dollars and final.

Does the Tanzania eSIM include a phone number?

No, it is data only. Keep your home SIM on for calls and texts, and use apps such as WhatsApp or FaceTime over the eSIM data while you are in Tanzania.

When should I install my eSIM for Tanzania?

Install it on WiFi a day or two before you leave. The plan's days only start when the eSIM first connects in Tanzania, so nothing is lost by installing early.

Can I top up the Tanzania eSIM?

Yes, this eSIM can take another plan for Tanzania. You can also simply buy a second plan, which arrives as a new eSIM with its own QR code.

Can I use the eSIM for Tanzania in other countries?

It works in Tanzania only. If your trip continues to neighbouring countries, a regional plan covers Tanzania and the others on one eSIM.

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