Mwanza Travel Guide

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#Blue, the beauty of Kamanga ferry. You can get fresh fish here
#Blue, the Bismack Rock inside the Lake Victoria in Mwanza, It is a nice view to watch sunset and waves
The Bismarck rock is a precariously balanced rock that is located in lake Victoria and the city of Mwanza Tanzania. It is also a point where a statue of the late German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck was said to be erected, thus taking his name. The statue was later on pulled down into the water nearby, when the British took over from the Germans after world war one - but the name stuck. Since then, the rock has become a famous icon of the city, featuring in many photos for both locals and tourists.
Local fishermen canoeing at Lake Victoria Mwanza Tanzania.
#Blue, My journey to Ilemela district in Mwanza. I came across Igombe village, it is along the Lake Victoria a place where you can find fresh water fish like Tilapia and Nile peach. This is a place where you can get a lot of fish and clear your mind with waves and cool air from the lake Victoria. Karibu

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Malaika Beach Resort

Malaika Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Illemela Mwanza
The price is AU$208 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$208
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Mwanza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attraction Rock Beach Garden is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
Very very clean and beautiful!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Malaika Beach Resort
Gold Crest Hotel - Mwanza

Gold Crest Hotel - Mwanza

4 out of 5
PPF Building, Kenyatta Road Mwanza
The price is AU$166 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
AU$166
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mwanza. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port are ...
Gold Crest Hotel - Mwanza
ISAMILO GRAND HOTEL

ISAMILO GRAND HOTEL

3.5 out of 5
Balewa Rd Mwanza Mwanza Region
Stay at this spa hotel in Mwanza. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
What a hidden gem of a place to stay! Less than 15 min from the airport, great food, great service, great bar and great rooms.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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La residencia Luxury apartment , Mwanza, Tanzania

La residencia Luxury apartment , Mwanza, Tanzania

Mwanza Tanzania
Stay at this apartment in Mwanza. Popular attractions Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port are located nearby.
La residencia Luxury apartment , Mwanza, Tanzania
NYUMBANI KWETU

NYUMBANI KWETU

Mwanza Region Mwanza Region
Stay at this apartment in Mwanza. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Saanane National Park and Mwanza Port are located nearby.
NYUMBANI KWETU
Authentic cabin on top of the Rocks by the Lake victoria and beneath the Stars

Authentic cabin on top of the Rocks by the Lake victoria and beneath the Stars

Mwanza Mwanza Region
Stay at this cabin in Mwanza. Popular attractions Rock Beach Garden and Mwanza Port are located nearby.
Authentic cabin on top of the Rocks by the Lake victoria and beneath the Stars
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Popular places to visit

Mwanza Port

Explore the waterfront in Mwanza with a trip to Mwanza Port. Wander the lakeside and parks while you're in the area.

Mwanza Port

Saanane National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Saanane National Park, a lovely green space in Mwanza. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Saanane National Park

St. Augustine University of Tanzania

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of St. Augustine University of Tanzania during your travels in Mwanza. Wander the marina and parks while you're in the area.

St. Augustine University of Tanzania

Activities

3 Days Boating Lake victoria,Saanane Island Hiking and Serengeti

3 Days Boating Lake victoria,Saanane Island Hiking and Serengeti

AU$1,881
per adult
3 Days Boating Lake victoria,Saanane Island Hiking and Serengeti
4 Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Photographic Safari

4 Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Photographic Safari

AU$3,464
per adult
4 Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Photographic Safari
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