Dar es Salaam was founded in 1862 by Sultan Seyyid Majid of Zanzibar on the site of the village of Mzizima. Dar es Salaam means "House of Peace" in Arabic. For a city which such a name it is a surprisingly busy and lively place where it is sometimes hard to find some rest.

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's financial and political hub despite having lost its status as official capital to Dodoma in 1973.

With its great atmosphere, mix of African, Muslim, and South Asian influences, picturesque harbour, beaches, chaotic markets, and historical buildings, it is well worth extending your stay beyond the time between flights.

Flights to Dar es Salaam with Rwandair

Tanzania's main airport is located in Dar es Salaam, Julius Nyerere International Airport.

The airport is 10 km from the city centre and 20 km from the Msasani Peninsula. A taxi from the airport to the city centre should cost between 10,000TSh and 20,000TSh, prices will be higher at night.

Rwandair is operating flights to Dar es Salaam and Rwanda’s capital Kigali.

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