The 15 best things to do in Dar es Salaam (2026)

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   1. 2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park

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   3 Days 2 Nights Mikumi National Park Safari is a perfect gateway Safari from Dar es Salam, for travelers who have limited days and budget in Tanzania.Experience the safari adventure thrill. Mikumi is accessible throughou. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.9/5 from 69 traveler reviews, 72h from $600, free cancellation.

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   2. 1-Day Mikumi National Park Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar

   Outty Ranking84

   This is not your average day trip—it's a seamless fly-in safari from Zanzibar that puts you in the heart of Mikumi National Park by mid-morning, giving you maximum time in the wild and zero time wasted on the road. Expe. Exceptional at 84/100, 5.0/5 from 394 traveler reviews, 10h from $500, free cancellation.

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   3. 3 Days Safari to Mikumi NP - Accommodation Inside the Park

   Outty Ranking82

   Enjoy three days safari to Mikumi NP. Your safari will start from Dar es Salaam by 4x4 tourist Toyota Land Cruiser with window sitting guarantee heading to Mikumi NP. On the way you will pass through the wide field of si. Exceptional at 82/100, 5.0/5 from 47 traveler reviews, 72h from $825, free cancellation.

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   4. 2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

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   Very short trip designed for those who want to escape the madness of Dar es Salaam city by taking a weekend on safari. This tour departs and returns to Dar es Salaam, Our transfer driver will pick you up at 5am and tran. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 62 traveler reviews, 48h from $670, free cancellation.

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   5. Dar es Salaam City Tour - Everyday

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   A tour of Dar es Salaam will take you to the National Museum, Village Museum, Mwenge Carvings Market, Tingatinga art Gallery, Slipway Shopping Centre, The Fish Market, City Centre, Historical Building and many other Site. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 68 traveler reviews, 6h from $97, free cancellation.

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   6. 2-Day Private Mikumi National Park Tour with Pickup

   Outty Ranking79

   This 2 Day Private Tour in Mikumi National Park is very special as you will be able to see wildlife such as lions, elephants, leopards and buffalo. The mountain view in Uluguru Mountain will give you peace and relax ambi. Strongly Recommended at 79/100, 4.9/5 from 38 traveler reviews, 48h from $390, free cancellation.

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   7. Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar

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   Spectacular concertation of mammals that are essential to the plains of Africa. Superbly scenic Mkata Floodplain, the fashionable centerpiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti Plains. Easy. Strongly Recommended at 79/100, 4.9/5 from 227 traveler reviews, 10h from $494, free cancellation.

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   8. The Best/Top Rated Cultural City Tour in Dar es Salaam

   Outty Ranking77

   *** Please Note some stops may be changed or eliminated depending on weather, traffic and time of tour *** For groups of 4 or more people, please contact us directly We offer the best and top rated city tour in Dar es. Strongly Recommended at 77/100, 5.0/5 from 68 traveler reviews, 3h from $125, free cancellation.

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   9. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK - 3 Days

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   Mikumi is Tanzania’s fourth-largest national park. It’s also the most accessible from Dar es Salaam. With almost guaranteed wildlife sightings, it makes an ideal safari destination for those without much time. Since the. Strongly Recommended at 76/100, 4.6/5 from 68 traveler reviews, 72h from $825, free cancellation.

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    10. 2 Days Mikumi National Park Safari From Dar es salaam or Zanzibar

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    Mikumi National park is the fourth largest National park in Tanzania. Mikumi landscape looks like of Serengeti National park (the first leading national park in Africa). Experience the beauty of Safari for 2 days. We wil. Strongly Recommended at 76/100, 5.0/5 from 22 traveler reviews, 48h from $700, free cancellation.

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    11. 3-Day Selous Safari Discover Nyerere National Park

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    Discover the wild heart of Tanzania on this unforgettable 3-day safari to Nyerere National Park from Dar es Salaam. Experience thrilling game drives across vast, untouched wilderness, a breathtaking sunset boat safari on. Strongly Recommended at 76/100, 5.0/5 from 31 traveler reviews, 72h from $1,280, free cancellation.

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    12. Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam

    Outty Ranking75

    This is a special tour for those who have limited time and have only a day for safari from Dar Es Salaam city. Mikumi is the third largest park located in the Southern part of Tanzania, it is less crowded and more affo. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.9/5 from 65 traveler reviews, 16h from $550, free cancellation.

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    13. 2 Days and 1 Night Mikumi Safari Private Tour

    Outty Ranking75

    Spend One night and Two days visiting Mikumi National Park with this private safari tour from Dar es Salaam. This tour departs and returns to Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park Road Safari is a short tour from Dar es Sa. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.8/5 from 32 traveler reviews, 48h from $650, free cancellation.

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    14. 1. Day safaris to Mikumi by Train from dar es salaam

    Outty Ranking75

    Day 1 Our journey will start early in the morning from Dar es Salaam. Your driver will pick you up from the hotel or the airport if you arrive on a late-night flight. You will be driven to the SGR Train Station for your. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.9/5 from 50 traveler reviews, 13h from $370, free cancellation.

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    15. Dar es Salaam History and Architectural Tours

    Outty Ranking75

    This tour delve into the distinctive architectural styles, designs, and structures of a city. It offer a glimpse into the city's past, tracing its evolution from ancient times to the present. Such tour celebrate the cult. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.9/5 from 39 traveler reviews, 7h from $150, free cancellation.

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