Dar es Salaam is a city with its own attractions with pristine beaches, monuments, artisan centres, shopping centres, restaurants, night clubs, museums and botanical gardens. When you choose to explore with a 4×4 rooftop tent jeep to Dar es salaam, you have a great opportunity to adventure in all corners of the city. It is from here that you will explore Ruaha, Selous and Mikumi National Park.
With your 4×4 rooftop tent car, you will have the chance to witness a number of wild dogs in Ruaha and Selous national parks. These parks are the special remaining parks to see wild dogs in the whole of east Africa. With Mikumi national park, you will be able to spot many of Africa’s famous creatures like wildebeest, lions, zebra, giraffe, elephants, impala and several species of birds.
On your safari, take a city tour in Dar es salaam, you will get the opportunity to visit the national museum and house of culture taking you on a journey that displays Tanzania’s past. The museum houses ethnographic displays on traditional crafts, customs, ornaments, and musical instruments, as well as a small collection of vintage cars, including the Rolls Royce used by former president, Julius Nyerere.
You will then continue to the village museum in Dar es Salaam displaying traditional dwellings from some of Tanzania’s 120 ethnic groups. The museum hosts number of entertainment events such as tribal dance and other cultural activities which makes it an ideal spot in Tanzania.
Use the same opportunity to visit the Askari Monument made in bronze depicting Askari soldier in a World War I uniform, the bayonet of his rifle pointing towards the nearby harbor. This monument remembers the African troops that battled as the Carrier Corps during World War I.
Visit the Old Boma the oldest enduring building in Dar es Salaam. This building in Dar was constructed to accommodate the visitors of the Sultan whose place was just next door. The unique features of the building is what attracts the travellers and makes it a famous tourist attraction in Tanzania.
Visit the Gothic style Roman Catholic Church the seat of the Dar es Salaam archdiocese. The cathedral features stained-glass windows, shingled spire as well as the vaulted interior which attracts tourists from all walks of life. The cathedral contains many of the original German inscriptions and artwork, including a carved relief above the main altar.
Visit Kariakoo Market a unique experience which should not be missed. The buzz, the variety of products, and the large number of small shops, make the place very lively. If you plan to go shopping in this market, make sure you do some bargaining to get the best deals.
Take a ferry ride one of the best things to do in Dar es Salaam as it proffers the you a great view of the city from water, and as you pile on with all the locals you get to know more about the cultural experience too. You will also get chance to interact with the locals on the ferry.
Visit the fish market just next to the ferry terminal, the fish market is the most common tourist spot in Dar es Salaam that is frequently visited. People gather from around the city to purchase the fresh catch of the day. From fish buying/ selling to fish eating section, this place offers a unique experience.
Go camping at Mikadi Beach where the Dar es Salaam locals go to party at the weekend. It is the most happening and common tourist spot in Tanzania which has many travellers from across the world. You are at liberty to take as many days as you can as you enjoy and relax at the beach.
Visit Zanzibar Island one of the highlights for any tourist in Tanzania. A combination of crystal-clear blue waters, white sand beaches, a multicultural environment and beautiful scenery makes this one of the best islands to visit in Africa. You will get a chance to take part in amazing water sports, swim, relax, visit the old town, monuments and spice plantations. You will be able to taste the spiced foods while here as well as visiting the spice plantations.
Visit Udzungwa Mountains National Park offering one of the best mountain climbing experiences in Tanzania. Hiking to the top of the mountain involves walking through thick forests and waterfalls. You will encounter unique species of birds, butterflies and primates along the trial. Climbing to the top of the mountain takes about half a day. On this journey, you will have to go with packed snacks as well as water.
Visit Tingatinga art center with unique painting to this part of Africa and is worth possessing if you are interested in unique art. Tingatinga art became popular in the 1960s and is characterized by colourful imaginative figures (animals, plants and people) which are drawn in bright colours.
Visit Mwenge Wood Carvers’ Village: If you are wondering where to get the best local souvenir while in Dar es Salaam, look no further than this place. There is a lot to see at the exhibition rooms but if you take your time, you will find something special to buy among the locally made bags, masks, kitchenware, shoes and clothes. If you are interested in supporting disabled artists, you can visit Wonder Workshop.
