Tipping in Tanzania
TZSLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is customary in Tanzania, but city tipping is lighter than safari and Zanzibar tipping. In restaurants, 5-10% is common if no service charge is included, while safari guides and lodge staff are usually tipped separately.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10%
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+Check the bill for service charge before tipping extra
+A small cash tip is common in 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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+A little more is fine for longer transfers
−Most rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Tanzania
•Review the bill before adding any extra tip
•Use TZS for everyday city tips
•Treat safari guides, lodge staff, and transfers separately
Quick tips
Safari guides often get 10-20 USD per guest per day
General lodge or camp staff tip boxes are often around 5-10 USD per guest per day
Zanzibar and safari tipping are more structured than city tipping
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff2-5 USD per night
Tour guides10-20 USD per day
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services1-2 USD per bag
Car Services / Uber2-5 USD
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