Book Zanzibar PCR tests online

Mango has notified travellers of the Covid-19 testing arrangements for passengers returning from Zanzibar. Passengers may now book an appointment for a COVID-19 test and obtain their certificate in Zanzibar through the website www.zanzibarcovidtesting.co.tz.

The airline warns that passengers must be cognisant of the 72-hour requirement for testing for return to South Africa. PCR tests are US$80 (R1 145) for tourists or other foreigners, and the same (TZS184 000) for locals or EAC citizens.

The Antigen Rapid Diagnostic Test (ag-RDT) is US$25 (R360) for tourists and foreigners and also for locals and EAC citizens (TZS57 500).

Payments should be made online through Tigo Pesa, Visa or MasterCard. Masks must be worn at the testing centre.

Source: African Travel & Tourism Association