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Dar es Salaam Zoo, Dar es Salaam

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#5 of 10 in Parks in Dar es Salaam

Zoo · Zoo / Aquarium

See Tanzania's endemic animals and other exotic species at Dar es Salaam Zoo. Walk along the well-maintained paths to see enclosures with lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, gazelles, monkeys, vultures, ostriches, a variety of birds, and more. With the Nguva River passing through the zoo, you can watch crocodiles and tortoises basking in the sun. Hold a baby croc or milk a goat and interact with horses, donkeys, and camels--some of which you can also ride. The popular, family-friendly attraction has a swimming pool and a playground area for children. Dar es Salaam Zoo is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our , international travel planner Edition.

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Dar es Salaam Zoo reviews

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By khaykaw

The place is out of town in kigamboni area. Its a place that kids should not miss when in dar coz its like the place is only for them, for adults u get to enjoy n learn alot but the kids have so much.... more »
By Sakabya

Its a nice place for a day tour. A lot of animals are in there. I was very happy to seat and touch a Cab, it was amazing experience. They have a lot of animals including hyena and many monkies more »
By Melodie J

I visited on a Monday with two of my friends, one of them who was a vet from America. For Tanzanians and people who have work permits the price is good, but it is overpriced for foreigners(20 usd... more »

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By Ash Mswaki

Spent a day and night at this unique zoo. It has varieties of animals and nice spots to relax with family and friends. Get to experience and learn about nature and both wild and domestic animals. The Dar es Salaam zoo society is very friendly and helpful.

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By Stephen Kamau

Nice place with diverse activities Animals.... 💧 swimming 4 adults and children swings for children. Horse n camel riding Above all there dishes 🍣🍩🍘🍳🍳🍳🍳

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By Munazza Alarakhia

Quite a few animals, lovely play ground and pool. My daughter got to feed the monkeys and the bathrooms were clean.

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By Baraka Mwago

Marvellous place for families. Conducive environment for learning and excitement as well

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By MihayoJr

Nice place to visit, well organized tour guide, good customer care , cool place to rest

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