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Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest city and main port.

Dar es Salaam

348 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Dar es Salaam.

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Mr. and Mrs. S
USA

"Ruaha, Tanzania: 21-29 June 2024"

I visited Tanzania between 21 Jun 2024 and 29 Jun 2024
"Thank you so much, Jessica! Our holiday in Ruaha was amazing.

Every step of the planning and booking process was simple and fun.

Our overnight and transport through Dar es Salaam was smooth, and Ikuka and Kitchatka Zumbua are both excellent camps that complement each other very nicely.

We would be thrilled to return to each camp some day!

We highly recommend Expert Africa. Thanks again!" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
S&S
Brighton

"Rwanda & Ruaha"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Jun 2024 and 4 Jul 2024
"This was an absolutely fantastic trip, and getting close to gorillas was a unique and thrilling experience.

We should also give a shout out to Lyndsey, not only for organising the trip and making some great suggestions, but also for rescuing the situation when our plane to Dar was delayed by 12 hours. Thanks, Lyndsey!" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R.
Eardisley

"My Jun 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 8 Jun 2024 and 19 Jun 2024
"Absolutely loved the experience, having the meet and greet service really helped make the flights very comfortable, very well planned, would have liked and overnight stop on way back and perhaps daytime flights, cant wait to go again" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Jerry
Kerry

"My May 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 11 May 2024 and 24 May 2024
"It was a really special trip and one we would definitely repeat.

Ruaha is a very special place to experience and Moli is the perfect person to experience it with." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
LJ and DJ
GJ

"My Feb 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 6 Feb 2024 and 26 Feb 2024
"The camps were lovely and we were very happy with the level of guiding.

Tanzania is a beautiful country with a lot of culture, wildlife, and birds.

The strict rules about walking away from camp are quite different, but it is because of the dangerous animals." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Chris
Germany

"My Jan 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 9 Jan 2024 and 28 Jan 2024
"A very nice trip off the beaten track.

If you are looking for peace and seclusion, this is the place for you.

It may be a little different in the high season...

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

Not at the moment, as the trip was wonderfully organized and my wishes were actively taken into account." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 18 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
The VD family
London

"My Nov 2023 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 14 Nov 2023 and 26 Nov 2023
"Once again extremely happy with Expert Africa. Everything went smoothly and was well taken care off. The knowledge and recommendations from the Expert Africa team, this time especially Lyndsey, were extremely valuable. Thank you for this Lyndsey and also for all your patience.

What we like with Expert Africa besides their vast knowledge is that they listen to their customers, spent the time to discuss our trip as long as we want and subsequently are suggesting what best suits us. Also appreciate very much that Expert Africa has been looking to find the best deal for us with the best value for money within our budget.

Asilia Africa was again top notch and such a great outfit making everything memorable. Jabali was incredible and unforgettable so was Roho ya Selous, different styles working so well together in a holiday.
Highlight for us were the wild dogs that we failed to see so many times on our previous holidays and the whale sharks & flying foxes in Mafia.

We loved Ruaha and Nyerere as less crowded, feeling even private, both parks a nice contrast though realize probably not for everyone as animals are not on display like in the Mara or Serengeti." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr N
Horsmonden

"My Nov 2023 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 11 Nov 2023 and 23 Nov 2023
"I had a fantastic trip. The safari camps had excellent facilities and the guides were particularly good.

It was exactly what I was looking for.

The staff and guides had obviously been primed to know what I was interested in and were superb throughout.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

I would like to add that Claire saved me from a minor catastrophe when she spotted that I had booked my own flights home for the wrong day, which meant that she could make additional arrangements." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
K and B
Oregon

"My Nov 2023 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 2 Nov 2023 and 17 Nov 2023
"As always, absolutely wonderful.

Just want to add that we love Maruska. We've already had 8 relatives & friends use her expertise...and more to come.

Maruska is a joy to engage with and this trip was extra helpful when crazy weather threw a curve ball!

We can't wait to get in touch about our next safari with her guidance.
Thanks!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr & Mrs P
York

"My Nov 2023 Tanzanian trip"

I visited Tanzania between 2 Nov 2023 and 11 Nov 2023
"A very enjoyable short trip to Ruaha, a park we had not visited before, and a return trip to Nyrere Park.
The two camps, suggested by Lyndsey, worked very well for us and we had a wonderful time.

Because of our flight times we had an overnight, and an an afternoon and evening to spend in Dar.

The Serena Hotel is good - but the trips back and forth to the airport were not enjoyable.
A reasonable hotel nearer to the airport would be very welcomer" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Where to stay in Dar es Salaam

Our suggestions for places to stay in Dar es Salaam


Southern Sun Dar

Southern Sun

Expert Africa books the Southern Sun in Dar es Salaam as a reliable overnight standby for our travellers passing through the city.


82% (179 reviews)
Serena Hotel Dar

Serena Hotel Dar

The Serena Hotel in Dar in Das es Salaam is one of the city's reliable fixtures - part of a well managed group.


81% (80 reviews)
Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay

North of downtown Dar es Salaam, the Oyster Bay feels like an exclusive hideaway, with its contemporary design.


98% (54 reviews)
The Slipway

The Slipway

The Slipway Hotel in Dar es Salaam is located on the waterfront in a small complex with restaurants and shops.


82% (30 reviews)
Hyatt Regency Hotel

Hyatt Regency Hotel

The Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dar es Salaam is situated in the centre of Dar and has the facilities you would expect of a high-quality international hotel


80% (17 reviews)
Sea Cliff Hotel

Sea Cliff Hotel

The Sea Cliff Hotel is a smart international hotel in Dar, offering comfortable accommodation and fine views across the Indian Ocean.


80% (10 reviews)
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam

A typical Four Points by Sheraton hotel, this city hotel provides comfort and style in central Dar es Salaam, offering the perks and familiarity of the Marriott brand.


80% (1 review)

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