Things to do in Dar es Salaam

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3 Days / 2 Nights Mikumi Safari by SGR Train from Zanzibar

3 Days / 2 Nights Mikumi Safari by SGR Train from Zanzibar

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is €613 per adult
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Swim at Salam Cave & Relax at Mtende Beach – Zanzibar Tour

Swim at Salam Cave & Relax at Mtende Beach – Zanzibar Tour

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is €88 per adult
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Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar

Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €472 per adult*
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What to do in Dar es Salaam

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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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Where to stay in Dar es Salaam

Find the best Dar es Salaam areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 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.

A beach with thatched umbrellas, wooden benches, and palm trees.

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.

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Sinza

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Sinza. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Mlimani City and Mwenge Carvers Market are a few top places to visit.

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Dar es Salaam

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

Msasani Peninsula