Stupendous Attractions in Dar Es Salaam

If you are traveling through Tanzania, its capital city Dar es Salaam is a "must visit." The city is notable for variety of attractions. Therefore, every year thousands of travelers take cheap flights to Dar es Salaam to enjoy an incredible vacation.

Following are some of the attractions that make Dar es Salaam an amazing vacation destination:

Mwenge Village

Mwenge Village is located in the outskirts of Dar es Salaam. This quaint village is famous for its age old traditions and culture. People taking flights to Dar es Salaam, visit Mwenge especially to visit Makonde community market which is also known as the crafts market. You can choose from variety of crafts and ebony sculptures. Items made from African blackwood are also available in abundance. Most sold crafts in the market are mythological animals and female fertility figurines. You can easily find mementos in the market. Some shops in the markets invite visitors to their workshops. In these workshops, you can watch sculptors at work.

Village Museum

If you want to spend few hours typical African village scene, you should consider visiting Village Museum. It fascinates several people who wish to peep into the traditions of Dar es Salaam and neighboring areas. The museum is one of its kinds. You won’t find pieces that are created by renowned artists rather the exhibitions display the collection of pieces that are designed by the people of Tanzania. The collection consists of the pieces created by people from across the country. They created models of the houses their tribes are living in. If you want to take a closer look at the traditional Tanzania houses, take Dar es Salaam flights and visit Village Museum. To enjoy tribal dance performances, you should visit the museum during weekends.

Ras Kutani Beach Resort

Ras Kutani beach resort is the most important attraction in Southern part of Dar es Salaam. Tranquility, serenity and calmness compel hundreds of tourists to take flights to Dar es Salaam and visit Ras Kutani. It is one of the best honeymoon destinations in whole of Tanzania. The beach has a long history of invaders, pirates, Arab traders, explorers and adventurers. Today, you can enjoy number of activities while staying at the resort. Aquatic sports are an integral part of attractions and enjoyment in Ras Kutani. You can either relax on soft sand or dive into the waters to enjoy swimming and snorkeling. While snorkeling, you would come across variety of fish species, whales, turtles and dolphins. Kayaking and boogie boarding are other famous activities in this resort area.

Kunduchi Beach Resort

Kunduchi Beach Resort is located in the Northern part of Dar es Salaam. This beach resort has everything to satiate the vacation needs of families as well as couples. You can choose from ample of recreational activities. Sailing, surfing, scuba diving and wind surfing can be enjoyed in the beach waters. If you have taken cheap flights to Dar es Salaam to spend a memorable holiday with your family, visit the resort and enjoy your day at Wet ‘n Wild water park. This is the largest amusement park in Central and East Africa.