Tipping in Tanzania
TZSLast reviewed · Sep 2026
Tipping is customary, but city meals tip lighter than safari and resort stays. In restaurants, leave about 5-10% when no service charge appears. Safari guides tip about 10-20 USD per guest per day, and lodge tip boxes are separate. Use TZS for everyday city tips when you can.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10%
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+Look for any service charge before tipping extra
+A small cash tip is common in tourist restaurants
−Casual local meals may only need rounding up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+A few shillings or small change is enough in most bars
−Percentage tipping is not the default
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:1000-3000 TZS
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+Round up city rides in shillings
+About 1000-3000 TZS fits longer transfers
−Most rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Tanzania
•Check the bill for any service charge before adding more
•Use TZS cash for everyday city tips
•Tip safari guides and lodge tip boxes separately at the end of the stay
Quick tips
Safari guides tip about 10-20 USD per guest per day
Lodge tip boxes are commonly about 5-10 USD per guest per day
Resort bills may already show a service charge. Check first
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff1-2 USD per bag
Tour guides10-20 USD per day
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services1-2 USD per bag
Car Services / Uber2-5 USD
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