Dar Es Salaam travel guide
Dar Es Salaam Tourism | Dar Es Salaam Guide
You're Going to Love Dar Es Salaam
With 2.70 million inhabitants, Dar Es Salaam is the most populous city in Tanzania. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dar Es Salaam has to offer.
When to visit Dar Es Salaam
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dar Es Salaam in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 19 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 260 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Dar Es Salaam, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Dar Es Salaam
Plane
When flying to Dar Es Salaam, you’ll arrive at Dar Es Salaam (DAR), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dar Es Salaam from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 6h.
Bus
Dar Es Salaam’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Dar Es Salaam
Where to stay in Dar Es Salaam
From 5-star hotels such as the Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel to great affordable options like the Euro Hotel and Apartments, Dar Es Salaam offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 4,440 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 12,626 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dar Es Salaam
Most booked hotels in Dar Es Salaam
Hiring a car in Dar Es Salaam
Expect to pay ₹ 105 per litre in Dar Es Salaam (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,261 and ₹ 1,681. The most frequently booked car type in Dar Es Salaam is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Toyota Corolla Wagon or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.