What to do in Dar es Salaam

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Activities

Tanzania Insights Beyond Landmarks Culture History and Real Life

Explore & Discover Tanzania Tour: History, Culture & Local Life

AU$138
per adult
Explore & Discover Tanzania Tour: History, Culture & Local Life
DAR ES SALAAM:BONGOYO ISLAND SNORKELING TOUR & BEACH ESCAPE

DAR ES SALAAM:BONGOYO ISLAND SNORKELING TOUR & BEACH ESCAPE

AU$181
per adult
DAR ES SALAAM:BONGOYO ISLAND SNORKELING TOUR & BEACH ESCAPE
Walking Tour in Dar es salaam

Dar es Salaam Architectural Guided Walking Tour and History

AU$31
per adult
Dar es Salaam Architectural Guided Walking Tour and History
Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours

Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours

AU$209
per adult
Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours
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Bongoyo Island Full Day Tour from Dar Es Salaam

AU$167
per adult
Bongoyo Island Full Day Tour from Dar Es Salaam
Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs

Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs

AU$279
per adult
Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs
2-Day Nyerere Safari from Dar es Salaam

2-Day Nyerere Safari from Dar es Salaam

AU$1,353
per adult
2-Day Nyerere Safari from Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam: Art and Rhythm Tour with Museum Entry

Dar es Salaam: Art and Rhythm Tour with Museum Entry

AU$114
per adult
Dar es Salaam: Art and Rhythm Tour with Museum Entry
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Mikumi national park full day tour from Dar es sallam

AU$920
per adult
Mikumi national park full day tour from Dar es sallam
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Coco Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Coco Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Photo by Michael Lee
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Masaki

Unique features of Masaki include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by The Slipway or Sea Cliff Casino while you're exploring the area.

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Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coco Beach and Little Theatre.

A coastal city with a mix of modern and traditional architecture, a sandy beach, and a marina with boats.

Mbezi Beach

Unique features of Mbezi Beach include the restaurants and seaside views. Make a stop by Mbezi Beach or Jangwani Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent tower, a bustling beach, and a river with boats.

Kigamboni

If you're spending some time in Kigamboni, Kijiji Beach and Kipepeo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Photo by ‎‎Gervas Mkinga
Open Photo by ‎‎Gervas Mkinga

Dar es Salaam City Center

While Dar es Salaam City Center isn't home to many top sights, Zanzibar Ferry Terminal and Kariakoo Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

 

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Day trip destinations from Dar es Salaam

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Dar es Salaam

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