Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's largest city and main port, a hot Swahili coastal metropolis of markets, museums, harbour life and island beaches, and the gateway to Zanzibar and Tanzania's safari circuit.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Village Museum
Walk through replica houses and watch traditional dancing.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Bongoyo Island day trip
Boat ride, snorkelling and shaded picnic.
Duration: Half to full day
Wet n Wild Dar es Salaam
Water park beside Kunduchi beach.
Duration: Half day
Coco Beach and Slipway playground
Beach walks and playground near Slipway.
Duration: 2 hours
Kigamboni ferry ride
Short harbour crossing.
Duration: 1 hour
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
White Sands Hotel
Beach resort next to the water park.
Family features: Family rooms and pool
Kunduchi Beach Hotel and Resort
Beach and large pool.
Family features: Bungalows and kids pool
Kipepeo Beach and Village
Beach camp.
Family features: Play area and sandy beach
Southern Sun Dar es Salaam
City-centre pool hotel.
Family features: Family rooms
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Most restaurants welcome children; ask for half portions at casual spots.
Choose well-cooked grilled meat and fish and bottled water.
Pizza and chips are available at Slipway restaurants.
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Bring mosquito repellent and consult a travel clinic about malaria prophylaxis.
Use sun hats and reef-safe sunscreen.
Prefer Bolt/Uber with car seats unavailable; bring your own child seat.