Driving in tanzania which side

Sometimes the painted line is visible. You share the road with everyone — big trucks, motor coaches, trucks, cars, bicycles, motorbikes, cargo motorbikes, cargo bicycles, hand bikes, pedestrians, hand-pulled carts, cattle, goats, everything and everyone!

Although I can drive a standard gear stick shift vehicle, I was apprehensive about doing it with my left hand. Is it a mirror of the gears and foot pedals? No, it isn't! The foot pedals and gear positions are the same.

I only had to get use to using my left hand to do all the hard work. However, the signal and windshield levers are reversed, so I was constantly wiping my windows when I intended to signal turns. Oh, and turning signals work differently here. In addition to signaling when one wants to pass or turn at an intersection, drivers also communicate to each other if it is safe to pass. Because there are only two lanes, passing on the right means possibly encountering head on traffic. You may not be able to see the road ahead, so if it isn't safe to pass, the driver in front of you flashes the right turn signal.

This means there is oncoming traffic. When it is clear, they flash the left signal. As I said before lanes are very narrow. Many vehicles have broken head lamps so that isn't always the best indicator of the size and width of an oncoming vehicle, especially at night. I've approached and passed too many big trucks or passenger vehicles with one dim headlight and no brake lights!!

Even the scenery from the highway is stunning! Take note that when driving a second vehicle in challenging conditions, unexpected issues can arise. We are experienced in trouble shooting along the way, but it requires cooperation and patience from your side as well.

Please always contact Roadtrip Tanzania first. We have a network of mechanic workshops in Tanzania to assist you in case of any issues, and we will either direct you to the nearest workshop or send a mechanic to assist you on the spot.

In case a car cannot be fixed on the spot within 24 hours, a replacement car from Arusha will be provided so you can continue your journey. Ask yourself if you easily stress out or become agitated if you have to change your travel plans a bit, because you need to wait several hours before help has arrived when you are in a remote area. Than going on a self-drive trip is not for you. In case of an accident, contact us immediately and we coach you through the process; take pictures of the damaged vehicle s and process a clear police report.

Please refer to our policies , published on this website, for more information. There are a lot of traffic police in Tanzania. You'll recognise them from a distance by their bright white uniform see picture below. We always wonder how they keep their uniforms so white on the dusty roads, but that's not the answer to your question So, advice which comes in handy when dealing with any kind of government official in Tanzania is remain patient and friendly, greet them in Swahili and make a joke, and you will have a new friend.

Traffic police will frequently pull you over to check if your car is insured, if the tires look okay, and to check if you are carrying the required fire extinguisher, reflector triangles and first aid kit.

Of course, that is taken care of if you rent a car from Roadtrip Tanzania. They will also want to see your driving license. Press enter to begin your search. Close Search. Last updated: 15 March All Rights Reserved. Useful information for travellers Three-phase electric power Cars Why do some countries drive on the left and others on the right?