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Visiting Dar es Salaam, Tanzania


Nestled along a natural harbor on the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is a multicultural city, home to African Tanzanians, Arabic and South Asian communities, British and German expatriates, Catholics, Lutherans and Muslims. This diversity in people is reflected in the culture: the city boasts international cuisine ranging from traditional Tanzanian barbecue and Zanzibari food to Thai, Chinese and American restaurants. Its vibrant music scene has witnessed a rise in Bongo Flava, a form of hip hop.

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3 Things to Do

38 Restaurants

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Nov
83°F 28°C
74°F 23°C
5 in 13 cm
Dec
84°F 28°C
76°F 24°C
5 in 12 cm
Jan
85°F 29°C
77°F 25°C
3 in 8 cm
Feb
86°F 30°C
76°F 24°C
2 in 5 cm
Mar
84°F 28°C
75°F 23°C
5 in 13 cm
Apr
82°F 27°C
74°F 23°C
11 in 27 cm
Extended Forecast
Sunday
22 Nov
Hi:
86°F 30°C
Lo:
75°F 23°C
Monday
23 Nov
Hi:
86°F 30°C
Lo:
75°F 23°C
Tuesday
24 Nov
Hi:
86°F 30°C
Lo:
75°F 23°C

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Alexander's Hotel

5 of 5 stars
scotland
21 Nov 2009

This boutique hotel was as it is described. Gordon is a friendly, relaxed guy for whom nothing is a bother. We have stayed in many impersonal large branded 5* hotels and it was a pleasant change to...more

Kunduchi Beach Hotel And Resort

20 Nov 2009

The staff is extremely friendly (especially bartenders and waiters). The hotel and rooms were clean although the bed was a little stiff. All rooms have AC and mosquito nets. Nice view of the ocean...more

Paradise Express Hotel

5 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
20 Nov 2009

I was on business trip from South Africa to Dar Es Salaam and stayed at Paradise Express Hotel (It seems the old name is Tanzoma), Service is good with friendly staff. The price is affordable. will...more

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