360 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Dar es Salaam.
Ms E
London
"Great return to Tanzania"
I visited Tanzania between 6 Jun 2016 and 16 Jun 2016
"This was yet another great trip with Expert Africa. You are our Go To travel company.
It was great to be back in Tanzania and we split our time between the Selous and Ruaha. We chose to stay in just two camps and that paid off as we got to know the staff and the areas a bit better. The camps complemented each other well - Sand Rivers is more obviously luxurious while Mwagusi is very comfortable but keeps a welcome sense of the bush and the 'old days'.
We went at the very beginning of the dry season - the up side was there were fewer guests there; the down side was the bush was still very green and dense so our guides had to work a bit harder to find the game - but we saw loads!
Expert Africa, you maintained your usual high standards and everything ran smoothly. Thanks again!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Keep going! Keep specialising in Africa. Keep a real range of camps - the basic and the old-fashioned are an endangered species these days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
It was great to be back in Tanzania and we split our time between the Selous and Ruaha. We chose to stay in just two camps and that paid off as we got to know the staff and the areas a bit better. The camps complemented each other well - Sand Rivers is more obviously luxurious while Mwagusi is very comfortable but keeps a welcome sense of the bush and the 'old days'.
We went at the very beginning of the dry season - the up side was there were fewer guests there; the down side was the bush was still very green and dense so our guides had to work a bit harder to find the game - but we saw loads!
Expert Africa, you maintained your usual high standards and everything ran smoothly. Thanks again!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Keep going! Keep specialising in Africa. Keep a real range of camps - the basic and the old-fashioned are an endangered species these days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
London
"Return to Kichaka- in the green"
I visited Tanzania between 29 Apr 2016 and 7 May 2016
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs E
Huntingdon
"Tanzania"
I visited Tanzania between 12 Feb 2016 and 27 Feb 2016
"The whole trip was well organised, especially with having to relocate due to flooding.
We enjoyed the company and expertise of Chris Fox and his team, making it very personal." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
We enjoyed the company and expertise of Chris Fox and his team, making it very personal." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
Winchester
"Tanzania in the (very) Wet Season"
I visited Tanzania between 11 Feb 2016 and 27 Feb 2016
"Wonderful!! Chris and his team at Expert Africa are always brilliant - there is always someone in the office who has visited the places we want to visit and can give in depth information and advice. Thank you Ellie for all your help and advice and, also, Liz who took over whilst Ellie was on Honeymoon and had to sort out last minute changes when one of our chosen camps was closed by unusual weather conditions.
Just one very slight niggle - getting the Tanzanian visas on arrival in Dar proved to be a bit of a nightmare. There is no organisation resulting in passports for each member of the group being returned haphazardly one taking over an hour to handed back .TAB ( that's Africa baby!!)
We think that it is definitely worth the extra expense of applying for the visas in U.K.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Keep up,the good work!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Just one very slight niggle - getting the Tanzanian visas on arrival in Dar proved to be a bit of a nightmare. There is no organisation resulting in passports for each member of the group being returned haphazardly one taking over an hour to handed back .TAB ( that's Africa baby!!)
We think that it is definitely worth the extra expense of applying for the visas in U.K.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Keep up,the good work!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mr D
Sydney
"My Jan 2016 trip"
I visited Tanzania and 4 other countries between 24 Jan 2016 and 15 Feb 2016
"It was excellent, brilliantly organised and managed.
In retrospect we should have chosen Sabyinyo in Rwanda, Ngorongoro Crater in the Crater. I would have preferred to stay at the Hyatt in Dar - or an alternative to the Serena - it was a shocker.
I had concerns about Little Kwara before I went and these were confirmed. I would not stay with a Kwando facility on a return to Africa." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
In retrospect we should have chosen Sabyinyo in Rwanda, Ngorongoro Crater in the Crater. I would have preferred to stay at the Hyatt in Dar - or an alternative to the Serena - it was a shocker.
I had concerns about Little Kwara before I went and these were confirmed. I would not stay with a Kwando facility on a return to Africa." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs P
Wiltshire
"My Dec 2015 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 30 Dec 2015 and 4 Jan 2016
"Was rather hotter and more humid than we expected and not as good as when we had been in August 5 years ago"
Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Good
Stuart
Twickenham
"My Dec 2015 trip"
I visited Tanzania between 27 Dec 2015 and 1 Jan 2016
"It was fantastic!
From our initial discussion on options to the final bookings, EA were excellent, providing expert insight into what each camp could offer and tie that in with our wishes.
The Kwihala camp was perfect for what we wanted, extremely comfortable, great food and run by a very good team. The safari in Ruaha was just what we wanted, remote and quiet with good and varied wildlife, but without being overrun and therefore ambivalent/bored of such amazing creatures." Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
From our initial discussion on options to the final bookings, EA were excellent, providing expert insight into what each camp could offer and tie that in with our wishes.
The Kwihala camp was perfect for what we wanted, extremely comfortable, great food and run by a very good team. The safari in Ruaha was just what we wanted, remote and quiet with good and varied wildlife, but without being overrun and therefore ambivalent/bored of such amazing creatures." Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
MW&JS
UK
"Keep coming back!"
I visited Tanzania between 17 Oct 2015 and 28 Oct 2015
"The danger of returning to the same places is that subsequent visits may not live up to previous experiences.
This has never proved to be the case - my favorite places in East Africa never fail to provide new and exciting opportunities and the people are always delightful. Its never long before i think about the next trip!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
This has never proved to be the case - my favorite places in East Africa never fail to provide new and exciting opportunities and the people are always delightful. Its never long before i think about the next trip!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
J & M Family
UK
"Fabulous holiday"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 21 Sep 2015 and 2 Oct 2015
"We had a really great and relaxing holiday.
All the hotels and actives were well chosen for us. All our transfers worked very well.
Needed some advice from James about how much cash to take-and got it just right-thank you.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
May be worth adding in the information booklet that only need to pay departure tax for international flights from Zanzibar - but not from Dar
Can't think of anything else" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
All the hotels and actives were well chosen for us. All our transfers worked very well.
Needed some advice from James about how much cash to take-and got it just right-thank you.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
May be worth adding in the information booklet that only need to pay departure tax for international flights from Zanzibar - but not from Dar
Can't think of anything else" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr &Mrs M
Ballymena
"Wonderful, trip of a lifetime"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 16 Sep 2015 and 28 Sep 2015
"Wonderful, over too soon,
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Perfect as it is." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 4 on a Tanzania safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Perfect as it is." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 4 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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Our suggestions for places to stay in Dar es Salaam
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.
