Covid-19 Policy

TRAVEL ADVISORY NO. 10 OF 16TH MARCH, 2022 RELEASED BY THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania (URT) through the Ministry responsible for Health (mainland) continues to enhance prevailing preventive measures against the spread of COVID-19 including those related to international travel. In view of this, the Government is updating the Travel Advisory No. 9 of 24th December 2021 to version No. 10, effective from 17th March, 2022 to accommodate measures as follows:

All travelers including Tanzanians, returning residents and members of the crew1 /layovers are required to truthfully fill in an online Traveler’s Health Surveillance Form available at https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/ for Tanzania mainland.
Travelers entering URT including Tanzanians, returning residents and those in transit through land borders who are;
- Fully vaccinated, will be exempted from both RT PCR and Rapid Antigen Test requirements. Travelers will be required to present a valid vaccination certificate with QR code for verification upon arrival. The only accepted vaccines are those which have been approved by the URT and the World Health Organization.
- Not fully vaccinated, unvaccinated and those not eligible for vaccination due to their country policy will be required to present a negative COVID-19 RT- PCR or NAATs certificate with QR code obtained within 72 hours before departure. If travelers originate from countries listed at www.moh.go.tz or Points of Entry will be tested for COVID 19 upon arrival using a Rapid Antigen Test at their own cost of 10 USD (TZS 23,000) for Tanzania Mainland. If found positive they will be tested with RT- PCR for confirmation, allowed to self-isolate and the results will be sent via email or any other means.
- Not fully vaccinated/unvaccinated and have no negative COVID 19 RT- PCR certificate will be dealt as follows; i. In case of air transport and International marine vessels will be tested for COVID19 using RT PCR test at their own cost of 100 USD for Tanzania Mainland. Results will be sent to them while self-isolated. ii. In case of International regional and inland vessels will be tested by Rapid Antigen Test at their own cost of 10 USD while positive will be further confirmed by RT- PCR at a cost of 50 USD for Tanzania Mainland. iii. In case of ground crossing, will be tested by Rapid Antigen Test at their own cost of 10 USD and if found positive will be handled according to Bilateral and Joint 1 means persons on board a conveyance who are not passengers (source IHR, 2005 3rd Edition) 2 Border agreements.
- Children aged 5 years and below will be exempted from both RT PCR and Rapid Antigen Tests requirements
Travelers to URT who are eligible for Rapid Antigen Test as in section 2b above are advised to pay online to avoid unnecessary queue upon arrival through an automatically generated control number obtained after filling the online Traveler’s Health Surveillance Form. For those to Tanzania Mainland pay through https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz. The symptomatic positive Rapid Antigen travelers will be isolated for treatment at designated health facilities as per National COVID-19 Treatment Guideline.
Travelers in transit by air transport are exempted from both vaccination and COVID 19 testing requirements unless stated otherwise by the conveyance to be used or countries of their final destinations.
All departing travelers are advised to seek information prior to departure from the travel agent regarding COVID-19 requirements of their country of destination or conveyance to be used. Click to view full Tanzania travel advisory

Our Flexible Covid Travel Guidelines Updated by Oxygen Adventures

In response to the evolving situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Oxygen Adventures has implemented flexible travel guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests, partners, and staff. These guidelines, effective for bookings made between January 2021 and December 2022, aim to provide peace of mind and flexibility in uncertain times.

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Travel Advisory Compliance

Oxygen Adventures adheres to all travel advisories and directives issued by the relevant authorities. Travelers are required to fill in an online Traveler’s Health Surveillance Form, as mandated by the United Republic of Tanzania. Vaccinated travelers may be exempt from testing requirements, while unvaccinated travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test result obtained within 72 hours before departure.

Cancellation and Rescheduling Options

In the event of COVID-related travel disruptions, travelers have the option to cancel or reschedule their tours without penalty. If the country of origin or destination is on lockdown, borders are closed, or international flights are canceled, travelers may cancel their bookings and receive a full refund or reschedule their tours for a later date.

Covid Safety Measures

Oxygen Adventures prioritizes the safety and well-being of our guests and staff. All our guides are fully vaccinated, and our safari vehicles undergo thorough sanitization before each use. Disinfectants are provided in all vehicles, and wearing masks is optional, with guides wearing them at clients’ discretion.

Standard Cancellation Policy

Our standard cancellation policy applies to cancellations not related to COVID-19. Cancellations made more than 120 days before the safari or tour starts will incur a 25% fee, while cancellations made between 119 and 90 days will incur a 50% fee. Cancellations made 89 to 31 days before the tour starts will incur a 75% fee, and cancellations made 30 days or less before the tour starts or no-shows will incur a 100% fee.

Payment Terms

Tour packages are confirmed upon receipt of a 30% deposit, with the balance payable in full 30 days prior to arrival. Full payment or a 50% deposit is required for bookings made less than 30 days before the tour.

In conclusion, Oxygen Adventures is committed to providing a safe, flexible, and enjoyable travel experience for our guests. With our flexible COVID travel guidelines and commitment to safety measures, travelers can embark on their adventures with confidence, knowing that their well-being is our top priority.