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#1Spices & Stone Town Tour in Zanzibar

Explore the narrow alleys and winding streets of Stone Town on this historic look at Zanzibar's oldest neighborhood. Check out spice bazaars and palaces, see...

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$75
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Spices & Stone Town Tour in Zanzibar

#2Half-Day Spice Walking Tour

Delve into Zanzibar's flavorful heritage as you discover the spice plantations that pepper Tanzania's largest "Spice Island." See, smell, touch, an...

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$40
per adult
Half-Day Spice Walking Tour

#3Bagamoyo & Ruins Full-Day Tour

Bagamoyo, once the most important trading port on the East African coast, remains a city of history and culture. See the ruins of Coral Mosque at Kaole and t...

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$330
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Bagamoyo & Ruins Full-Day Tour

#4Zanzibar Full-Day Excursion

Leave the hustle of the city behind and venture to the archipelago of Zanzibar. Walk the path where sultans, slaves, and explorers once set foot and meander ...

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$626
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Zanzibar Full-Day Excursion

#52 Days guided tour to Mikumi National Park from Dar Es salaam

ItineraryDay 1: Dar Es Salaam to Mikumi National ParkStop At: A7 kikiboga, Mikumi National Park TanzaniaYou will see lions, cheetah, hippos, zebras, leopards...

$585
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2 Days guided tour to Mikumi National Park from Dar Es salaam

#6Vacation Photographer in Dar es Salaam

Book a private professional photographer for a family trip, destination wedding, secret proposal or just a great day. Prices start at 8.33 USD per picture! L...

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Vacation Photographer in Dar es Salaam

#7Dar es salaam city tour

Be enchanted by the country’s cultural and commercial center on this guided tour of Dar es salaam, visit the city center see the national museum and surround...

$87
per traveler
Dar es salaam city tour

#8A Taste of Tanzania

Enjoy wifi, unlimited soft drinks, snacks and a complimentary pick up at the Pugu Secondary School Bus Stop. Once you arrive at Karakana for the cooking expe...

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A Taste of Tanzania

#93 Days - MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK from Dar es laam

Day 1: Depart Dar early morning to Mikumi, on arrival lunch at the camp, Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight Mikumi Wildlife Camp/Similar which you ca...

$1,856
per traveler
3 Days - MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK from Dar es laam

#10Magoroto forest 3 days tour

Magoroto forest is situated in the East Usambara mountains in north-east Tanzania. The East Usambaras form part of the mountain chain called the Eastern Arc ...

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$500
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Magoroto forest 3 days tour

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Things To Do In Dar es Salaam

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  • The things to do in Dar es Salaam are not only topnotch, but they won't bust your budget. We have 20 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just $17. Get your favorite excursion on Expedia for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or upscale dinner while you're visiting.
  • Dar es Salaam is a favorite among adventurers. In fact, many travelers have been visiting to get a taste of local history and culture and find the top activities, and a good percentage of these visitors can't wait to come back. The top things to do can grab the curiosity of even experienced travelers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our list includes an impressive range of entertainment and excitement. With unique ways to see the best this area has to provide like a Dar es Salaam Half-Day City Tour, there is a huge selection of selections at your disposal when you consider all the things you can do here at Expedia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organize your vacation. You'll need some planning to make the most of a trip to Dar es Salaam, especially when you wish to include trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's clear that you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and play. You can hardly wait to cover the best activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighborhoods is an adventure all its own. Book professional regional tours on Expedia, and you'll learn all about the city's history along the way.

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