Top Dar es Salaam Art & Culture

Dar es Salaam is dynamic, colorful and diverse. Originally a small fishing village known as Mzizima it’s now a bustling city and hub for East African business and trade. Packed with interesting culture, history, food and people our Dar es Salaam city tour will give you a taste of one of East Africa’s most exciting cities. These are a few of the things you’ll see on the tour:

This tour is unique as you will get to learn about the tinga tinga paintings and how they got to be, they are original from Tanzania, and only found around East Africa. Furthermore you will get to learn how to paint them from the painters themseleves.The painters lovingly make their work, and it can be challenging to make ends meet in such a labour-intensive and competitive field. These tinga tinga paintings are one of a kind. Paintings are handmade. Like handmade clothes or furniture, paintings show the hand of their maker so you can add a touch of personality to the home. Mass produced items cannot compete with that.

My experience provides a better way to have a chance to be like a local in Dar -The experience starts with being picked up before 9 pm and being transported to our first location for some drinks or food (vegetarians are required t give the info earlier) -the party starts here with your drinking coupons covering options for various kind of drinks. -Around 12 am we head to the famous clubs in the city where we will get chance to dance a variety of music such as the local Bongo flava, reggae, hip hop and other more till late night. After the party night we will drop you back to your hotel or to your house door step.

Strolling through Bagamoyo’s narrow, unpaved streets takes you back to the mid-19th century, when the town was one of the most important settlements along the East African coast and the terminus of the trade caravan route linking Lake Tanganyika with the sea. Slaves, ivory, salt and copra were unloaded here before being shipped to Zanzibar Island and elsewhere, and many European explorers, including Richard Burton, Henry Morton Stanley and David Livingstone, began and ended their trips here. In 1868 French missionaries established Freedom Village at Bagamoyo as a shelter for ransomed slaves, and for the remainder of the century the town served as a way station for missionaries travelling from Zanzibar Island to the interior.

Bagamoyo is a magical town fringed with amazing beaches, Mangrove forest, unforgettable historical memories as well as various traditional lifestyle, located just 65kms north of Dar es Salaam on the coast opposite Zanzibar, it was the formal capital of the German East Africa. It derived the name from the word Bwagamoyo means “here I throw down my heart” reflecting the desperation and despair of the “broken heart” captives whose voyage into the unknown world began here. The town was the most important trading center pot of the east central coast of Africa, in the late 19th century its history was influenced by Indian and Arab traders, the German colonial government and by Christian missionaries. The visit will include; First German East Africa State House in East Africa, Old Fort, Kaole Ruins, Catholic Museum, Crocodile Farm, Old Port in East Africa, the First Cross erected by the Missionary on the coast of East Africa, Dr. Livingstone’s Church, the fish market, etc.

This will be also a unique opportunity to meet the most creative and inspirational women of Tanzania. This will include the artists of Tinga Tinga Art Market; the highly skilled disabled sculptors of Wonder Workshop renowned for their spectacular models made from recycled materials; and local fashion designer Kemi Kalikawe. There will be an opportunity to purchase unique pieces of African art to take back home.

Gain first hand experience of the social issues facing Dar es Salaam – living conditions of families, rapid urbanization, infrastructure issues and the urban environment. You will visit markets and meet the people who work and innovate in the informal economy, and hear about the struggles they face.

You will experience the real life of locals and their difference compare to middle income peoples and higher income earners.

The vast and remaining Jungle of Africa, Selous Game Reserve is a spectacular game viewing park with superb African vistas. Located in southern Tanzania, a trip to this park allows you to learn in-depth knowledge about complex ecosystems and diverse creatures that are usually skimmed over in more crowded areas

Once you land in Dar es Salaam we will be waiting for you, any day of the week with premium days being Friday to Sunday. Don’t forget to add a nightclub tour to your list of things to do in Dar es Salaam City! This tour will guide you like VIP through the ultimate Dares Salaam City night-time scene, from trendy bars and stylish lounges to a plush nightclub. The tour gives you easy entry past the bouncers, complimentary drinks, eat local street food, meet locals, and dancing all night in the city that never sleeps!

Day 1;After breakfast departure from the Hotel for visiting Amboni Caves, Sulphur Springs and Tongoni Ruins  Amboni Caves  ( Statue of Liberty, Stalactite and Stalagmite stone shapes will be seen in the caves) Sulphur Hot Springs  Tongoni Ruins .This tour will take full day Day 2; Visiting Amani Nature Reserve including Botanical Garden, Tea Plantations, Water falls,Hikking and other nature trailsOur Tour will.Dinner and overnight in Amani Nature reserve Day 3; Departure from Amani to Tanga City Hotel for dinner and Overnight  

You will be able to interact and be guide by local tour guide.So you will have local experience including local foods.

Dar es Salaam (meaning 'place of peace') is the largest city and former capital city of Tanzania. On the Swahili coast, Dar es-Salaam is an important economic Centre and one of the fastest growing cities in the world.

The open horizons and abundant wildlife of the Mkata Floodplain, the popular centrepiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti Plains. Lions survey their grassy kingdom – and the zebra, wildebeest, impala and buffalo herds that migrate across it – from the flattened tops of termite mounds, or sometimes, during the rains, from perches high in the trees. Giraffes forage in the isolated acacia stands that fringe the Mkata River

Home to approximately 120 tribal groups, most of these comprise small communities that are gradually being assimilated into the larger population due to changes in land use and the economic draw of city life. Pastoralists who fiercely guard their culture and traditions, Masaai tribal life revolves around protecting and caring for their herds of cattle and finding ample grazing land in their region. The 'Spice Islands' of the Zanzibar Archipelago, Pemba, Mafia, and the entire Tanzanian coast is home to the Swahili people, a vibrant mix of Arab, Indian and Bantu origins who historically based their livelihoods around Indian Ocean trade. The Swahili Coast, as the region is called, is a predominantly Islamic region with old mosques and coral palaces found throughout the area. Swahili culture centres around the dhow, a wooden sailing boat powered by the seasonal wind.

Get to shape the night how you want , with just a little bit of guidance you will be able to know where and what you would prefer to see or do, and I on the other hand I will be this catalyst in your night to ensure you have a great experience to remember not only our beautiful city but Tanzania in general . I used to host Swahili lessons to volunteers and tourists too so don't hesitate to poke me for those with multilingual minds . KARIBU SANA.

Get an in-depth look at Tanzania’s capital city on this guided tour. Depart from your Dar es Salaam hotel or port with a driver and make your way into the city. In the company of your guide, learn about the city’s history and rapid growth. Taste coconut water and street refreshments as you explore the streets of Dar es Salaam.

Very interesting city tour of Dar es Salaam 5/5 We are a swedish couple who 19/7 attended a day-tour of Dar es Salaam. Our guide Patrick is very knowledgable about all things Tanzanian. The tour let us experience the more "common" sights like the Fishmarket and Village-museum but also took us outside of the beaten path to other areas and neighborhoods around town . That gave us a rather unique cultural experience. It was obvious that our guide went to great lengths to make us experience a taste of the "real" Dar es Salaam. On comparison with other companies this full-day-tour was delivered at a very good price and offered excellent value for money. All in all we can recommend Nodven Tour with Patrick as a guide as a very entertaingi and enlightening way to spend a day in Dar es Salaam

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Strolling through Bagamoyo’s narrow, unpaved streets takes you back to the mid-19th century, when the town was one of the most important settlements along the East African coast and the terminus of the trade caravan route linking Lake Tanganyika with the sea. Slaves, ivory, salt and copra were unloaded here before being shipped to Zanzibar Island and elsewhere, and many European explorers, including Richard Burton, Henry Morton Stanley and David Livingstone, began and ended their trips here. In 1868 French missionaries established Freedom Village at Bagamoyo as a shelter for ransomed slaves, and for the remainder of the century the town served as a way station for missionaries travelling from Zanzibar Island to the interior.

The Maasai people, one of the well-known tribes are recognized for their unique and ancient rituals, attire and beliefs. But they are slowly modernizing, and more and younger members are leaving their homelands and traditions for life in the city. Mikumi National Park there are spectacular rock formations of the mountains Rubeho and Uluguru. The southeast part of the park is less rich in wildlife, and not very accessible. Mikumi It is the best place for a game drive and you may stay overnight in the park either in the tents or in the lodges inside the park.

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 Sites. The name Dar es Salaam means "the house of peace" formerly Mzizima. It is an enticing mix of sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment, the largest city in Tanzania reflects a fascinating blend of its rich historical past and its sophisticated contemporary present. The name was given by Sultan Majid bin Said of Zanzibar when he decided to use the harbor city as a port and trade center in between 1858 and 1862. Since then the town has flourished and is now the commercial hub of the country with high population, important economic center and one of the fastest-growing cities in Tanzania & most prominent city in arts, fashion, media, music, film, television and a leading financial center it is also the largest and most populous Swahili-speaking city in the world.

The Selous (Nyerere N P) is almost 4 times the size of Serengeti:vast and wild,featuring Rivers,Lakes,Hot Volcanic springs,350+resident birds and a mighty diverse landscape and animals in comparison to non in Africa.The Mikumi lies on the main highway to the highlands parks,mountainous ,waterfalls,hippo pool and a great population of Elephants,Giraffe,Antelopes variety,Zebra,Mongoose,Lion,Cheetah,leopard,Hippo,Wildebeest and much more.Tented lodges with all amenities are located in exceptional sites uphill surrounded by nature in both parks.Meals are mouthwatering with a mixed Euro/Afri cuisine .