Dar Es Salaam travel guide

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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.

When to visit Dar Es Salaam

Dar Es Salaam in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dar Es Salaam in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 187
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dar Es Salaam from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 21h 55m.

Bus

Dar Es Salaam’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Dar Es Salaam, you’ll arrive at Dar Es Salaam (DAR), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dar Es Salaam from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 21h 55m.

Bus

Dar Es Salaam’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.

Airports near Dar Es Salaam

Airlines serving Dar Es Salaam

Lufthansa
Good (4,662 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,488 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,786 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,569 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
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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 S$ 73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 204 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dar Es Salaam

Most booked hotels in Dar Es Salaam

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 312+
Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 178+
Jangwani Sea Breeze Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 65+
Golden Tulip Dar Es Salaam City Center Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
S$ 116+

Hiring a car in Dar Es Salaam

Expect to pay S$ 1.71 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 S$ 20.41 and S$ 27.21. 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.

Expect to pay S$ 1.71 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 S$ 20.41 and S$ 27.21. 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.