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Darslums Swahili

About this experience

Gain first hand experience of the social issues facing Dar es Salaam – living conditions of families, rapid urbanization, infrastructure issues and the urban environment. You will visit markets and meet the people who work and innovate in the informal economy, and hear about the struggles they face.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr–8 hr
  • Private experience

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Darslums Swahili
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr–8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Tour Guide

Not included

  • 1.Items of personal nature and beverages

Itinerary and highlights

The tour touches on the history of the city – learn about wazaramo, the first neighborhoods of Dar, Dar in the colonial era, the role of the city in liberation struggles of sub Saharan Africa – visit Frelimo and ANC buildings, learn about Malcolm X and Che Guevara in Tanzania, what they did here how they helped in the struggle for independence.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We offer pickups at Hotel and home residence within Dar es Salaam city and nearby areas.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Bohobe Travels

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr–8 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We offer pickups at Hotel and home residence within Dar es Salaam city and nearby areas.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), English (live guide), French (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–10; Youth tickets: age 11–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 29+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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