Timeline
09:00
Arrive at the Zoological Gardens. The zoo is located in the Kigamboni district, 37 km from Downtown. It is best to arrive when it opens to see the animals when they are most active and to avoid the midday sun.
10:30
Check the route for lunch or a snack nearby. Since there are no specific food or drink shops listed in the immediate vicinity of the zoo in the provided context, you will need to find a suitable place to eat before or after your visit.
11:00
Finish your visit. The zoo admission is US$20. Use the remaining time to explore the Kigamboni district or head back towards Downtown Dar es Salaam.
Local tip
The zoo is quite far from the city center. Plan your transport accordingly. The ticket price is US$20.
Check before you go
- Admission is US$20.
- The zoo is 37 km from Downtown. Check transport options in advance.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dar es Salaam (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).