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Things to do

Dar es Salaam: City Tour

Dar es Salaam: City Tour

￥12,080
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dar es Salaam: City Tour
Discover Tanzania by Exploring Dar es Salaam City

Discover Tanzania by Exploring Dar es Salaam City

￥4,413
per adult
Discover Tanzania by Exploring Dar es Salaam City
Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs

Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs

￥31,376
per adult
Day Tour of Arusha City Napuru Waterfalls and Hot Springs
Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours

Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours

￥23,532
per adult
Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours
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Mikumi national park full day tour from Dar es sallam

￥103,541
per adult
Mikumi national park full day tour from Dar es sallam
Zanzibar: 3-Days Mikumi Open Jeep Wildlife Safari by Ferry

3-Days Zanzibar to Mikumi Open Jeep Wildlife Safari by Ferry

￥122,366
per adult
3-Days Zanzibar to Mikumi Open Jeep Wildlife Safari by Ferry
from Zanzibar: 3-Days Mikumi national park Safari with Train

from Zanzibar: 3-Days Mikumi national park Safari with Train

￥80,479
per adult
from Zanzibar: 3-Days Mikumi national park Safari with Train
The Great Chimpanzee Encounter

The Great Chimpanzee Encounter

￥266,696
per adult
The Great Chimpanzee Encounter
Zanzibar: Jozani forest, Blue Lagoon, Starfish & The Rock

Zanzibar: Jozani forest, Blue Lagoon, Starfish & The Rock

￥15,563
per adult
Zanzibar: Jozani forest, Blue Lagoon, Starfish & The Rock
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Coco Beach

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If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Coco Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dar es Salaam. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Where to stay in Dar es Salaam

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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.

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.

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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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Kigamboni

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

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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.

Popular day trips from Dar es Salaam

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Dar es Salaam

A coastal cityscape with modern high-rise buildings and a historic church by the sea.

Msasani Peninsula

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