357 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Dar es Salaam.
Mr L & Mrs M
Coventry
"My Aug 2017 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 5 Aug 2017 and 12 Aug 2017
"This is our second safari with Expert Africa, and on each occasion they have been exceptional experiences. The whole process with Expert Africa was seamless and exemplary, from the initial enquiry, planning the itinerary, right through to the completion of the trip.
Having safaried with other providers in the past, we now appreciate, that our future trips will be with the Experts....in Africa." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Having safaried with other providers in the past, we now appreciate, that our future trips will be with the Experts....in Africa." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs L
Sweden
"Southwest Tanzania - Feb/Mar 2017"
I visited Tanzania between 19 Feb 2017 and 2 Mar 2017
"This trip was on our bucket list since a few years and finally it materialised. Travelling in the wet season gives you certain benefits, green, less people and good bird viewing. The wet season is "wet" thus whenever the weather showed it sunny side, it was and added benefit.
All preparation from the initial contact with Expert Africa to the return home worked flawlessly, especially good follow up before the trip from Expert Africa reminding us about insurances, overseas flight information etc.
What we missed to arrange upfront was the long wait at our last day, from arriving in Dar to our overseas flight. This we could sort out locally with the company who organised transfers at our arrival the first day - they supported us with transfer to Slipway (beachfront Dar), looking after our luggage and then taking us back to the airport in time for our flight back home." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
All preparation from the initial contact with Expert Africa to the return home worked flawlessly, especially good follow up before the trip from Expert Africa reminding us about insurances, overseas flight information etc.
What we missed to arrange upfront was the long wait at our last day, from arriving in Dar to our overseas flight. This we could sort out locally with the company who organised transfers at our arrival the first day - they supported us with transfer to Slipway (beachfront Dar), looking after our luggage and then taking us back to the airport in time for our flight back home." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs RG
Godalming
"My Feb 2017 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 2 Feb 2017 and 19 Feb 2017
"My only adverse comment is that we could have been warned before booking of some of the disadvantages of individual camps and lodges. I might have selected different locations, had I been in possession of the excellent Bradt guide before booking.
I also wonder whether the scarcity of game in the area of the Selous that we chose might be something that was predictable and about which we should have been warned." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
I also wonder whether the scarcity of game in the area of the Selous that we chose might be something that was predictable and about which we should have been warned." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr S
Providence
"My Dec 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 2 other countries between 31 Dec 2016 and 14 Jan 2017
"As a whole, the trip was fabulous. With Elizabeth's help in the planning stage, I believe that we created a trip with the appropriate number of stops ( not too many) and a perfect mix of interesting, different locations.
The logistics of the vacation were excellent. There was not a single "hitch" in any of our transfers. Each and every guide/driver was gracious, efficient ---- a pleasure to be with.
Thank you for helping to create a great adventure." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
The logistics of the vacation were excellent. There was not a single "hitch" in any of our transfers. Each and every guide/driver was gracious, efficient ---- a pleasure to be with.
Thank you for helping to create a great adventure." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs M
Muri
"trip to Selous and Ruaha December 2016"
I visited Tanzania between 28 Dec 2016 and 4 Jan 2017
"Fantastic! everything worked out without any problem and fit together with our oversee flights and our stay in Zanzibar."
Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr F
Cheltenham
"My Dec 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 14 Dec 2016 and 29 Jan 2017
"A wonderful trip. Such criticisms as I have made did not in any way detract from our overall enjoyment but you asked for comments so......."
Read full review: 46 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J
Coventry
"Another brilliant trip to Tanzania"
I visited Tanzania between 18 Oct 2016 and 1 Nov 2016
"Another brilliant trip to Tanzania. Thanks for all of your help in making this trip possible.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really as everything was just perfect." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really as everything was just perfect." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs T
Oxon
"Selous visit 2016"
I visited Tanzania between 16 Oct 2016 and 30 Oct 2016
"We were very pleased with our trip.
Some people may think it odd to spend the visit in one park, but it gave us the chance to see the different environments in a leisurely way, something we enjoy immensely.
It's impossible to pick one favourite camp due to this, and all gave good value for money." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Some people may think it odd to spend the visit in one park, but it gave us the chance to see the different environments in a leisurely way, something we enjoy immensely.
It's impossible to pick one favourite camp due to this, and all gave good value for money." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs N
Darlington
"My Sep 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 18 Sep 2016 and 28 Sep 2016
"superb - can't wait to go back. However, with 4 nights in a camp I would take a morning off the game drives next time to have a lie-in and a break from being windswept in the open vehicle!
Walking safaris and boat trips definitely added an extra dimension." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Walking safaris and boat trips definitely added an extra dimension." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr S & Mrs K
UK
"An enjoyable trip to Selous and Mikumi"
I visited Tanzania between 10 Sep 2016 and 22 Sep 2016
"We had been to Mikumi (the old Foxes Camp on the same site as Stanley's Kopje) about 12 - 15 years ago and hadn't seen very much. This time we saw a lot more, thanks largely to Clarence, our driver/guide.
We loved Lake Manze Camp, more than Stanley's Kopje or Sand Rivers, as, to us, it provided a more authentic safari experience." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
We loved Lake Manze Camp, more than Stanley's Kopje or Sand Rivers, as, to us, it provided a more authentic safari experience." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Southern Sun
Expert Africa books the Southern Sun in Dar es Salaam as a reliable overnight standby for our travellers passing through the city.
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.
Oyster Bay
North of downtown Dar es Salaam, the Oyster Bay feels like an exclusive hideaway, with its contemporary design.
The Slipway
The Slipway Hotel in Dar es Salaam is located on the waterfront in a small complex with restaurants and shops.
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
Sea Cliff Hotel
The Sea Cliff Hotel is a smart international hotel in Dar, offering comfortable accommodation and fine views across the Indian Ocean.
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.
Johari Rotana
The Johari Rotana is a smart, international hotel in a fantastic location in Dar es Salaam overlooking the harbour.
