Is Dar es Salaam safe for solo female travelers?
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How safe is Dar es Salaam for solo female travelers?
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based on 4 experiences from female travelers
Karina
Norway
Group travel
Impactful city, wish I had more time to experience it. Spent most of the time adjusting to the temperature, but had a wonderful time at the hotel and surrounding area. Lived in the very well off part and felt safe there. Visited a local market and got my hair done by a local business, both great experiences! Went out clubbing. Traffic is crazy and seat belts are rare, which for sure makes the overall safety experience worse. Tried some really good food (buddies Burger), can reccomend😌 some...
Posted: February 8, 2026Experienced: December, 2025
Dimana
United Republic of Tanzania
Solo travel
It was amazing before we got to the market. I got groped (in order to be pickpocketed). My phone went missing, me and a friend I found chased it for half a day because the guy aged to give the phone for money, I paid well over what I should have. It was fucking stressful. I mean it, yet it’s my best story till now. I got the phone and I was so scared for my things safety. Looking back it’s a good story but at the time I was crying and hating every second of it
Posted: November 3, 2024Couple travel
Our experience in Dar es Salaam was really good. We had lots of fun, and what was so mind-blowing was that the people were so kind to us. They helped by giving directions and pointing out good places to eat. I remember we once got stuck with transport while on a bus going back home, and a lady offered us to stay at her place. It was truly a wonderful experience.
Posted: June 26, 2024Experienced: November, 2023Solo travel
I felt safe, but the language barrier was serious, as almost everyone spoke Swahili, including Uber drivers. I stayed in two Airbnb apartments and visited downtown Dar es Salam alone, where I also felt safe. I did not experience any harassment or anything of that sort. I didn't like Dar, as there really wasn't much to do, and the women were very hostile, which combined with the language barrier, made me feel really frustrated. I always had to have cash on me, as most places did not accept...
Posted: December 10, 2022How safe is Dar es Salaam for women?
People are kind and sweet, there’s fun and alot of thing s to learn there’s no crimes , there’s good environment in Dar es salaam you can hang out untill down but nothing can happen to you Dar es salaam is so safety to live.
Posted: January 30, 2026Dar es salaam is generally very safe , especially if you are not engaged in any sort of crimes or politics . Have lived here all my life and never have I experience any troubles like crimes on daily basis , rapes robberies nothing at all very rare
Posted: June 2, 2024Safety map
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Ivony
Dar es Salaam
Can host for:
3 days
About me
I am a 33 year old lady who values meaningful connections, respect, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for others. I enjoy hosting and take pride in making people feel comfortable and at ease, especially those visiting a new place. I appreciate simple comforts, good conversations, and the experience of sharing cultures, whether through food, stories, or everyday moments.
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radhia
Dar es Salaam
Can host for:
7 days
About me
Simple girl with a big love for travel, good vibes, and meaningful conversations. I enjoy discovering hidden gems, meeting kind people, and creating beautiful memories around the world🌸🫰
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