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Dar es Salaam

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

Dar es Salaam

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

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Mr Geoff
Sunbury

"Tanzania travels"

I visited Tanzania between 10 Jun 2019 and 24 Jun 2019
"I went to three bases in 13 days and it felt like I’d been away a month
It was brilliant from start to finish
Expert Africa organised everything and it worked like clockwork

It was early season just after the rains and lodges were quiet
The wildlife sightings were great as was the scuba diving in the Indian Ocean" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs C
Suffolk

"Our trip to Tanzania/Zanzibar"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 1 Mar 2019 and 18 Mar 2019
"Overall it was a great trip and we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves on Safari. I forgot to mention that the old vehicles used at Beho Beho need replacing as the seats are very uncomfortable and bad for backs and the winches need dealing with to avoid potentially dangerous situations.

We are unlikely to return to Zanzibar and certainly not to Matemwe Lodge. If we had known how remote it was and how horrid the surroundings were we would not have gone there." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr PC
SE London

"My Feb 2019 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 25 Feb 2019 and 12 Mar 2019
"We were very pleased with the whole trip and all your helpful advice." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A & Mrs V
London

"My Feb 2019 Trip"

I visited Tanzania between 18 Feb 2019 and 28 Feb 2019
"Our trip was wonderful, couldn't have asked for more." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Weymouth

"My Feb 2019 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 2 Feb 2019 and 16 Feb 2019
"We loved the trip and could not believe how close we were able to get to lions etc. Guides and drivers were excellent at both Reserves.

Reserves were relatively quiet so they were no queues of vehicles waiting to see specific animals.

Accommodation at both Reserves was as expected with a good bed, hot water and a toilet. Zanzibar as a place was a disappointment." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs P.
Cumbria

"My Nov 2018 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Nov 2018 and 1 Dec 2018
"I have had the most wonderful holiday.

Everything was seamless with the arrangements and accommodation. The staff at the hotels and lodges were friendly and made me feel welcome and as if nothing was too much trouble.

The trip itinerary was informative and everything worked to plan.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

No....I have been impressed with the way the holiday was planned and with the seamless way it all fitted together while away. The connections were all on time. I always felt that everything was taken care of...and each step of the holiday fitted into place without any stress......just what a holiday should be.

Thank you Expert Africa." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mary
Cornwall

"Tanzania and Zanzibar Experience Oct/Nov 2018"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 24 Oct 2018 and 8 Nov 2018
"This was a wonderful trip and our first experience of a safari holiday. It exceeded all our expectations.

We didn't have to worry about any of the arrangements and were met when we were supposed to be met and given clear instructions of timings to be collected. The safari camps were different in their own way but were both most satisfactory. The free laundry service was an added bonus and our rooms (tents) were kept spotlessly clean and tidy. At Impala Camp we had our own Masai man to escort us to and from our tents in case there were any visiting animals. He was always there and yet was unobtrusive.

The only concern was the tipping system, particularly in Mwagusi Camp. Here it appears the staff were only given their tips once a year, including the guides. We would have preferred to tip the guides separately as we did in Impala. We were put in a difficult position and this needs to be sorted.

It is essential to have cash! Neither camp had the facility to pay by card. We also needed to pay by cash at the hotel in Dar es Salam because their internet was down.

Pongwe Beach Hotel was almost the icing on the cake." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs C.
Horsham

"My Sep 2018 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Sep 2018 and 26 Sep 2018
"An excellent first trip to Africa and on safari. It exceeded our expectations and was hugely enjoyable.


Suggestions to help us improve

Thank you so much. You were recommended to us and we would recommend you to others." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs C.
Edinburgh

"My Sep 2018 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 13 Sep 2018 and 22 Sep 2018
"We had a fantastic time and everything ran very smoothly, I would definitely recommend Expert Africa and will use again for our next trip!" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Belfast

"Another excellent safari by Expert Africa"

I visited Tanzania between 12 Sep 2018 and 26 Sep 2018
"Once again EA fulfilled all our expectations in terms of providing an excellent safari experience this time in Tanzania.Over the past number of years we have come to expect a certain level of excellence from Expert Africa and once again they delivered in every aspect of the trip, from planning, advice through to implementation.

Claire provided all the information that we asked for however trivial the request seemed.

We would have no hesitation in recommending EA to anyone looking to venture to southern Africa.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

How do you improve upon perfection!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 9 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.


82% (89 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% (31 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% (11 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.


87% (3 reviews)
Johari Rotana

Johari Rotana

The Johari Rotana is a smart, international hotel in a fantastic location in Dar es Salaam overlooking the harbour.


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