Tanzania · Dar es Salaam

Short-stay apartments in Dar es Salaam.

Tanzania's largest city and commercial hub. Dar es Salaam is the gateway to Zanzibar's spice islands, Serengeti safaris and Kilimanjaro. A vibrant, coastal city with excellent Swahili food and a growing expat scene.

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Masaki & Oyster Bayprime areas
Zanzibar ferry90 min
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Dar es Salaam: where to stay

Masaki and Oyster Bay: Dar's diplomatic and expat peninsula. Restaurants, bars, Indian Ocean views, Slipway marina. Premium but quieter than city centre.
Mikocheni: mid-range residential, increasingly popular with short-stay guests.
City Centre / Kariakoo: commercial heart. Vibrant and authentic but not recommended for first-time visitors' overnight stays.

Dar as a gateway

Dar is the main entry point for Tanzania's experiences. Zanzibar: 90 minutes by fast ferry. Northern safari circuit (Serengeti, Ngorongoro): fly 1 hour to Kilimanjaro airport or Arusha, or drive 8–10 hours. Kilimanjaro: fly from Julius Nyerere Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport.

Studio
TZS 150,000–300,000
Central and Mikocheni
1 Bedroom
TZS 250,000–500,000
Masaki and Oyster Bay
2 Bedroom
TZS 400,000–900,000
Premium peninsula apartments

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Dar es Salaam: frequently asked

Is Masaki or Oyster Bay better for short stays?
Both excellent. Masaki has more restaurants and the Slipway mall; Oyster Bay is quieter and more residential. Both are in Dar's safest and most comfortable area.
How do I get to Zanzibar from Dar?
Fast ferry from Dar es Salaam port, 90 minutes. Multiple daily services. Or fly from Julius Nyerere Airport (20 minutes, multiple daily flights).
Is there a direct safari from Dar?
Northern circuit safaris depart from Arusha. Fly from Julius Nyerere to Kilimanjaro Airport, then 2-hour road transfer. Southern circuit safaris (Selous/Nyerere) depart directly from Dar.

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