Tour Guide, Arusha, Tanzania
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For Dar es Salaam Excursions read below that will keep you going & around.
Fish Market
This is the busiest fish markets we have in Dar es Salaam where most fishermen come after their fishing expedition to sell their catch in wholesale. The market is very busy in the morning as fishermen auction their fish to the various fish dealers. The client has also the chance to meet the Corrie Shell vendors who display so many varieties of Corrie Shells that are found along Tanzania's Indian Ocean coastline with collections from far as Mafia Island. Clients can have a chance to buy some of the shells which are not prohibited for sale.
Kariakoo Market
This is one main market here in Dar es Salaam where local people come to sell their farm produce including fruits, fresh vegetables, fresh food, local textile material and many other locally made products. It’s one of the busiest markets here in Dar es Salaam and is just next to the Dar es Salaam’s central business district.
National Museum
The Museum is just close to the Statehouse and in the museum, you will find Dr Leakey's findings from Olduvai Gorge including the skull of Nutcracker man (Zinjanthropus bosei) and other human fossils are displayed. The Museum has many items that were used in the olden days by various tribes in Tanzania including a collection of tribal ornaments, head-dresses, witch-craft paraphernalia and traditional musical instruments collected from various regions in Tanzania. Also found in the museum is the history of Tanzanian leaders during the colonial era, information of the notorious slave traders and also displays of the various items used during the early trade along the East African Coast. Items from the colonial era, information of the notorious slave traders and various items used during the early trade along the East African Coast are also displayed.
Village Museum
This museum is found along Bagamoyo Road just some kilometres from the city center and has the collection of traditionally constructed houses of various Tanzanian tribes. Inside these houses, the client will have a chance to see the inside architectural designs of the various houses belonging to the different tribes in Tanzania. Clients can also have a chance of buying some of the wooden carving displayed by the vendors in this market. Clients have also a chance to be entertained by traditional dancers.
The Slipway
This is one of the best places to visit in Dar es Salaam and is in the Msasani Peninsula. Clients can have a chance to buy woodcarving, local garment, ornaments and many other items displayed in the market stalls and in shops. Some restaurants are also here at slipway where clients can order local and international dishes. It's one of the best places to visit especially for clients who are waiting to catch their night flights back home.
Historical Buildings
In Dar es Salaam City centre, clients will have a chance to see the old building like churches that were built by the first missionaries as they still stand very firm up to date. If it’s a weekend, clients can also join other worshipers as they have their Sunday Masses. This includes the Luther man church just next to the New Africa Hotel and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church just opposite the ferry terminal.
Full Day city tour rate is US$ 70 per client for a minimum of 2 clients
Full Day city tour rate is US$ 100 for 1 client
Price is inclusive of pick up from your hotel at agreed point vehicle, driver/guide, and all museum entry fees, and lunch in a local restaurant.
Price is exclusive of drinks and any other excursion not included in the Dar es Salaam tour program.
Half Day city tour rate is US$ 40 for a minimum of 2 clients
Half Day city tour rate is US$ 60 for 1 client
Price is inclusive of pick up from your hotel at agreed point vehicle, driver/guide, and all museum entry fees, and lunch in a local restaurant.
Price is exclusive of drinks and any other excursion not included in the Dar es Salaam tour program.
Note: The rate is reduced as the number of clients increases.