Tips & Tricks
Sange Beach — located in between Saadani National Park and Pangani, Sange Beach is another off-the-beaten-track mainland destination for those that prefer peace and quiet to full moon parties and backpacker bars. Silver sand and swaying coconut palms provide an idyllic backdrop for the thatched accommodation of Kijongo Bay Beach Resort. Whether you choose […]
Kunduchi Water Park (Dar Es Salaam) — If you’re traveling with kids or have a soft spot for water rides, make time for the 30-minute drive north of the city to Kunduchi Wet ’n’ Wild Water Park. There are more than 29 slides and several well-maintained pools (including a play pool for smaller children). You […]
Kigamboni (beach) – this beach is easily accessible from the capital (it’s only 10 km from the city center). Kigamboni is a clean, white sand beach with beautiful water for swimming. To get there from Dar Es Salaam, it’s best to leave early and spend the whole day there, since traffic jams can make it […]
Saadani National Park – for those with limited time in Tanzania and want to combine the safari and beach elements of your trip, head 62 miles (100 km) north of Dar es Salaam to Saadani National Park. It’s the only national park in East Africa to border the Indian Ocean, and it’s entirely possible to […]
Rotary Dar Marathon (Kenyatta Grounds, Dar Es Salaam) – since Tanzania has a reputation for producing top runners that have excelled at various marathon events around the world (including the New York and Boston Marathons), it’s perhaps no surprise that Dar Es Salaam would have its own running event. The Rotary Dar Marathon is […]
Udzungwa Mountains National Park (Kidayi) – located 6 hours (338 km) west of the capital, this park is a hikers mecca, complete with breathtaking forests, waterfall and hiking trails. One of the most popular hikes is the half-day route to the 170-meter Sanje Waterfall, where kids can see monkeys, various birds and butterflies on the […]