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Kilimanjaro, Serengeti, Swahili Coast

Overview

Home to Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti migration, and Zanzibar's spice islands, East Africa's largest nation, with extraordinary wildlife and Swahili coastal culture.

Geographic Context

Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
945,087 km²
Capital
Dodoma
Languages
English, Swahili
Currencies
Tanzanian shilling (Sh)

At a Glance

34
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
18
Freedom
59
Security
25
Life Expectancy
66.8 yrs
Median Age
17.2 yrs
Urbanization
38%
Cost Index
28
Housing Index
10
Healthcare Access
21/100

Climate

Average Temperature
23.0°C

Most Temperate Cities

1 Gamba 27.2°C
2 Uwelini 27°C
3 Nganane 27°C
4 Nungwi 27°C
5 Vikindu 26.7°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025