City in Arusha Region, Tanzania
Healthcare in Arusha: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Arusha
Basic to moderate care; serious cases go to Nairobi or Dar es Salaam. Insurance with air evacuation is essential for safaris.
Hospitals for foreigners in Arusha
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre | Mission hospital in the center; popular with expats |
| Mount Meru Regional Referral Hospital | Public regional hospital; basic emergencies only |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: TSh30,000–100,000 ($11–38) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Tanzania: Care is limited outside Dar es Salaam, where Aga Khan Hospital is the main option; serious cases fly to Nairobi or South Africa. Malaria risk is widespread.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies in towns, but stock and quality vary; bring a full kit for safari, Kilimanjaro and the islands.
- Health spending: US$36 per person a year (2023); 0.1 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Required for entry: NIC policy for mainland arrivals or ZIC policy for Zanzibar, bought online or on arrival
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Arusha for foreigners?
Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre: Mission hospital in the center; popular with expats
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Arusha?
About TSh30,000–100,000 ($11–38) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Tanzania?
NIC policy for mainland arrivals or ZIC policy for Zanzibar, bought online or on arrival
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Tanzania
- Tanzania Tourist Board
- Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA)
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