Carjackings have occurred in both rural and urban areas. Visitors are advised to drive with doors locked and windows rolled up. Travelers are urged not to stop between populated areas and to travel in convoys if possible. The Government of Tanzania has increased security in the National Game Parks, but the risk of armed banditry remains high in and around the parks and reserves. Again, visitors are advised to drive with doors locked and windows rolled up for safety and security reasons.
Medical facilities are limited, and medicines are often unavailable.
U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid programs do not provide payment for medical services outside the United States. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. Uninsured travelers who require medical care overseas may face extreme difficulties. Please check with your own insurance company to confirm whether your policy applies overseas, including provision for medical evacuation, and for adequacy of coverage.