The introduction of a US90 air tax on international return trips to Tanzania from November 1 could have a detrimental impact on tourism for the East African country, according to the results of our latest poll.
Almost two thirds of poll respondents 64 agreed that the tax would significantly deter travel to Tanzania. Just 21 said it wouldnt while the remaining 15 responded Unsure.
The results reflect broader reader views on the topic. One Tourism Update reader commented that ever-rising park fees and above-inflation price increases are threatening Tanzanias attractiveness.