Sightseeing in Dar es Salaam - what to see. Complete travel guide

There was a village named Mzizima on the site of modern Dar es Salaam in the 19th century. Local people mostly did fishing for a living. The first European arrived in the region in 1859. This was Albert Roscher from Hamburg. Three years later, Sultan Sayyid Majid bin Said decided to build a city on the coast of the Indian Ocean. The sultan gave the new city that name that we all know today - Dar es Salaam. When Sayyid Majid bin Said died, the process of building the city slowed down. Only in 1889, when Germans occupied the city, the first dock appeared in Dar es Salaam. The British became rulers in the region in 1916.
Are you planning to visit Dar es Salaam to sunbathe and enjoy beach recreation at the coast of the Indian Ocean? For this purpose, consider visiting a beach in Kigamboni, a southeastern district in the city. This is a calm and peaceful place that is possible to reach by car or by ferry. It is important to mention that, except for beaches near hotels and resort complexes, almost all public beaches in Dar es Salaam are somewhat abandoned. They don’t have a well-developed infrastructure, and some vacationers might think that they lack comfort. That is why, if the beachside infrastructure is crucial for you, it is better to choose a beach near your hotel. These beaches offer gear for rent.

Many tourists may wonder how they can enter beaches of hotels if they don’t stay at these hotels. It is not hard to do – simply buy a drink or some food, and you are allowed to enter. Moreover, you won’t need to worry about beach gear. Beaches near hotels already come with everything necessary. They have a soft sand surface, and the water is shallow near the coast, making local beaches suitable for both adults and children.

The other beach is quite narrow. This is an incredibly beautiful area but it is not very comfortable for beach recreation. There are beautiful forests on the island, and some of them are so dense that it is better not to explore them alone. Sharp rocks block the way from time to time, encouraging tourists to return back. Consider heading to the northern part of the island and relaxing in the naturally formed lagoon that stretches along the coast. There are mango trees in this part of the island, so you can see how this popular fruit grows.

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City tours, excursions and tickets in Dar es Salaam and surroundings
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National and city parks around Dar es Salaam
♥ National Park 'Saadani National Park' , 101.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Saadani National Park' , 101.2 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Dar es Salaam from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Stone Town of Zanzibar
From the series “The Unesco World Heritage Sites in Africa”
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Distance from Dar es Salaam center - 69.8 km.
Among the historical sights one must mention the Palace of Beit al Ajaib, also known under the unofficial name 'House of Miracles'. Once this ceremonial palace was used for the most solemn events. It managed to retain some of the original decoration. The ancient Arab fort, built in the 18th century, is also worth seeing. In total, there are more than 1700 old buildings on the territory of the Stone Town of Zanzibar, most of which, unfortunately, are under the threat of complete destruction. …
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