Kivukoni Fish Market
Start your tour at 8:00 AM. After being picked up, your first stop will be the bustling Kivukoni Fish Market, one of the largest in Tanzania. Here, you’ll witness the daily life of local fishermen, observe the business of the market first-hand, and get a true taste of Dar es Salaam’s coastal culture. This is a great opportunity to gain a better understanding local life in the city. (35 mins)
Azania Front Cathedral Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania
Next, visit Azania Front Cathedral, built by German missionaries in 1898. This historic church boasts distinctive architectural details and a rich history that reflects Tanzania’s colonial past and religious heritage. (30 mins)
The Dar es Salaam Centre for Architectural Heritage (DARCH)
Next stop is DARCH, the oldest building in Dar es Salaam, originally constructed by Sultan Majid Bin Said in the 1860s. Along the way, you’ll pass iconic landmarks like St. Joseph Cathedral, Atiman House, the Old Post Office, and War Memorial Garden. (30 mins)
Kariakoo Market
Explore Kariakoo Market, the largest market in East Africa. Buzzing with energy, it is visited by thousands daily, offering everything from local produce to textiles and crafts. Engaging with vendors will give you a chance to practise your Swahili greetings (“Mambo / Jambo!”. You will get a feel for the rhythm of the city and Dar life from the market and the many people coming and going. (60 mins)
Mlimani City Mall
From Kariakoo, head to Mlimani City Mall, Tanzania's largest shopping centre. Here, you can shop for anything you might have missed and enjoy a local buffet lunch of Tanzanian cuisine. (120 mins)
University of Dar es Salaam
Continue to the University of Dar es Salaam, one of the leading universities in East Africa. Established in the years following Tanzania’s independence, the institution has played an important role in the country’s academic development.
Tanzania’s first president, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere, served as the university’s first Chancellor and played a critical role in aligning the university with the Arusha Declaration. (30 mins)