Dar es Salaam Travel Tips for 2021!

Dar es Salaam is a spectacular place to visit while in Tanzania. It will provide you with an array of experiences, from sightseeing to cultural journeys. Dar es Salaam is also Tanzania’s commercial centre and allows tourists to experience the local city life. 

Here are some travelling tips for your visit to Dar es Salaam. 

Before Arriving in Dar es Salaam

Before embarking on your journey to Tanzania, it is recommended to go through the following process:

1. Check your airline’s requirements and get a COVID-19 PCR test done to avoid any complications
2. You will also need to obtain a Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate
3. Apart from this, you may want to get vaccinated for the following:
   1. Hepatitis A and B
   2. Influenza
   3. Mumps and Rubella
   4. Pneumonia
   5. Polio
   6. Rabies
   7. Tetanus
   8. Typhoid
4. Make sure you fill out the online Traveller Surveillance form 
5. If you plan on taking safaris on your trip, do purchase travel insurance 
6. Purchase sufficient local currency to get you to your hotel on your first day. 

Weather in Dar es Salaam

The average weather in Dar es Salaam is around 32°C all year round, with the lowest temperature in August 19.5°C. Therefore, you should pack light and comfortable clothes.  

Arriving in Dar es Salaam

You will land at the Julius Nyere International Airport. If your accommodation offers transportation from the airport to the hotel, you can meet your driver. Otherwise, if you have not arranged any transportation, skip past all the people offering private cars and take a cab at the arrival terminal. A cab ride to the city center will cost approximately TSH 15,000 (USD 6.5).

Staying in Dar es Salaam

Like any other hustling and bustling city, Dar es Salaam offers an array of hotels and accommodations, from budget-friendly to luxurious hotels.  The most popular areas to pick a hotel include:

1. The City Centre
2. Miokcheni
3. Msasani Penninsula

Where to Go

Dar es Salaam has many tourist attractions and experiences. Some of the places you may want to consider visiting include:

1. Askari Monument
2. National Museum
3. Makumbusho Village Museum
4. Botanical Gardens

Activities to do

Dar es Salaam also offers an array of fun-filled activities, including excursions to: 

1. Wellworth Kunduchi Wet ‘N’ Wild Water park
2. Bongoyo Island
3. Mikumi National Park Safari

Where to Shop

These are some of the top shopping malls and centres in Dar es Salaam

1. The Slipway Shopping Centre
2. Kariakoo Market
3. Kivukoni Market
4. Mlimani City Mall
5. Shoppers Plaza
6. Art Garage
7. Aura Mall
8. The Tanzanite Dream

Where to Eat

The best eateries in Dar es Salaam include:

1. Terrace Restaurant (Msasani Penninsula)
2. Mediterraneo (Kawe Beach)
3. 305 Karafuu (Karafuu Street)
4. Mamboz Corner BBQ  (Kariakoo Market)
5. Karambezi Café (Msasani Penninsula)

Dar es Salaam enables tourists to immerse themselves in the traditions and cultures of Tanzania while exploring the unique city life. Dar es Salaam offers activities, adventure, and cultural experiences. Another city you may want to consider visiting while in Tanzania is Dodoma. Check out the 5 Best Things to do in Dodoma to learn more about the city.