First time in TANZANIA! | is Dar es Salaam worth visiting?

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Travel Vlog. My first time traveling to Africa! First impression of Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania's biggest city, as solo female traveler! In this Dar es Salaam travel vlog I show top attractions and best places to see in Dar es Salaam, share my thought on whether Dar es Salaam is a safe city for tourist, where to stay & what to know before visiting.
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0:00 My first time traveling Tanzania & Africa! (why I'm terrified?)
1:30 Exploring Masaki & Slipway (first impression of Dar es Salaam)
3:20 Is Dar es Salaam safe for tourists?
5:40 Coco beach, Karibu & Mambo (being a tourist in Tanzania is difficult?)
7:10 How to get around Dar es Salaam? (The Slow Leopard hostel)
8:25 What to do in Dar es Salaam? (Botanical Garden, St. Joseph Cathedral) 11:00 Kariakoo Market (best places to see in Dar es Salaam?)
13:30 Tinga Tinga Arts Cooperative Society
15:10 Where does the name 'Tanzania' come from?
15:45 Is Dar es Salaam worth visiting? (what's next?)
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[@user-hq6kc3ly5d]

I lived in Tanzania for two years ,Its more safe than other Africa country ，I love the city Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar is very beautiful

[@Knotyouravrg]

People have Africa on their bucket list but it’s strange, does one not consider the people to be a big part of the beauty the land has to offer or are they the element that deter one from the experience? Imagine the experience of one of them travelling to the suburbs of a western nation. The place may be beautifully constructed and maintained but I wonder how many friendly conversations and gestures one would would encounter. The ppl represent the land, they deserve the same acknowledgment as the views of beaches and wildlife. A bit of an uncomfortable feeling Mogadishu on fear but no judgment. Just a perspective not an attack

[@davidluangisa4515]

We,,,Tanzanians are humble and generous be calm sister...

[@adotv9736]

Tanzania🇹🇿 is a safe country Welcome to Dar es salaam once again

[@KajaKubicka]

Thank you!

[@Slimnbonez]

Racist click bait

[@MJ-xk5ts]

Lived and worked in Dar Es Salaam for 4 years. Departed there 2 years ago and miss the many wonderful people that became my friends. Zanzibar on weekends and the safaris were wonderful! 🙏

[@NicksDynasty]

Just had an amazing vacation there last week in Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. I'm ready to go back. Best water I've ever swam in.

[@jasiupasa9356]

finally , tanzania content is there . welcome to the motherland !

[@lindsaylori]

I appreciate that you were being so open about your fear. I also travel a lot by myself, and sometimes I am also scared in a completely new environment with an unfamiliar culture and language - it's harder to guess if people around have good intentions or not. Thanks for sharing your journey with us!

[@LouisaFidelis69]

It’s a beautiful country with warm & hospitable people! No need to worry but will just tell you when you pass by Kariakoo (biggest market in east Africa) you need to be careful & hide your most expensive items or iPhone 😂,,,explore the beautiful beach, hotels, make sure you take time to eat the street foods like chips mayai or fried cassava! Enjoy your time there!🇹🇿

[@Fister-kw5un]

I really love your attitude. You were scared and did it anyways, even when lots of ppl kept approaching you…. Powerful!

[@KajaKubicka]

🙏🏼🥹

[@wanderlustasia]

Thanks for this vlog I arrive tomorrow for the first time and very much looking forward to it !

[@markszeto1564]

Great intro into Tanzania, a place that is not on the travel circuit. Looking forward to your adventures in Africa and go ahead and be as dramatic as you desire…. :)

[@KajaKubicka]

Haha thanks! 😝🙏🏼

[@temuemanuel4671]

You are welcome to Tanzania, the peaceful, beautiful and friendly country

[@KajaKubicka]

Thank you! 😃

[@iamericjoel]

Amazing video, you did very very well and i did enjoy watching this video!

[@lylac391]

So impressed that you do it anyway, despite it being an intimidating adventure.

[@jypdr]

wau wau wau, great video and I admire your courage, Take care !!!

[@KajaKubicka]

🥹🙏🏼

[@jackjbailey]

Cool video, I'm going on June 4th for 6 weeks. It seems safe to visit!

[@KajaKubicka]

Have fun!

[@mashakampembela2552]

Exactly this is safe country and you are most welcome my dear.

[@elimubure]

Kaja it was great to watch your experience of first visit in my country. Karibu tena.

[@KajaKubicka]

So happy to hear that! ❤️🥹

[@memoryzimba4026]

It will be my dream come true visiting Tanzania ❤️❤️❤️

[@70YY]

I love this video! It’s so nice to see someone exploring my country and city. I’m glad you gave it a chance. I have some vlogs exploring Tanzania and Dar as well. Hopefully it’ll give you some ideas as you explore more of the country! I can’t wait to see all that you have in store. ❤

[@KajaKubicka]

thank you!

[@jerryxmark3720]

why you welcoming Europeans ? Always so happy +

[@70YY]

@@jerryxmark3720 Lmaoo I’m not welcoming anybody. She’s already there. Its just nice to see my country being broadcasted. Watch my vlogs if you want to see a native exploring Tanzania.😌

[@jerryxmark3720]

dont be sarcastic , you know what I mean. Europeans Already Been there 1000 years ago

[@Damaniac1964]

Tnx for the info love, will be visiting Dar Es Salaam in Februari followed by a few days in Mwanza.. I know some of Africa, been to Liberia a few times.. keep the travel going :)

[@fruityeva]

You can be so proud of yourself!😊🌞

[@KajaKubicka]

🥹🙏🏼

[@mariancounsellor]

Maybe it’s always good to do some research about a country before visiting it, especially if you’re travelling solo. Starting a travel journey with the words “I’m scared” doesn’t really bode well. Tanzania is one country in Africa, it’s like me travelling to Germany and concluding that it represents the whole of Europe because it’s a European country. I know you’re just being honest and I do respect that but nobody where we go in the world, who we’re with, and who we meet, it’s good to go with courage and an open mind

[@ng3k1]

Well, she had a nice experience in Tanzania...... the "am scared" thing is a click bait

[@YasminYoruba]

You inspire me!

[@toprelaxingnaturesounds]

That colorful stuff, you didn't know what they were, are baobab fruit pods, spiced with sugar and spices. You can have them 'neat' as well. That is where baobab powder comes from.

[@mashakampembela2552]

Whole Tanzania is safe, beuatiful, safe and attractive like you saw in Dar es salaam. Welcome to mbeya the green city of Tanzania with good weather condition of semi- cold.

[@joyyyy777]

Enjoyed this video. I'm planning to visit Tanzania 🇹🇿 someday too. It's common that you were nervous in a place where is unfamiliar with you. I might be nervous when I'm in abroad too but I'd like to travel the world!

[@KajaKubicka]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@sutaparahi]

It’s amazing!

[@danielyang3995]

Thanks for showing us this wonderful journey, love it so much!😊

[@KajaKubicka]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Great video, Kaja! And very refreshing to hear your honest thoughts about Dar es Salaam. I would definitely be intimidated to go there as well.

[@KajaKubicka]

Thank you Alina! 🥹❤️

[@bronsonmpoyo6800]

If you want to go next time and you want somebody trustworthy. I can escort you

[@andersgullberg]

I was kid and we lived in Dar Es Salaam in two years between 1976-78 and i have not been since there. I am pretty sure that the town city are much more advanced today and the buildings more safety like communication too. It was difficult before than today. When we did arrived to Dar Es Salaam i was chocked to see total new culture than in Sweden. The color in Tanzania was much better and richer. Like clothes and food was more difficult but also warning about bad water. I am pretty sure today there is better international food to choice. Have a nice life! 😃

[@laclutchurbnturbn]

Interesting

[@homeboybeyondtheborders4935]

Welcome again now as a grown up man

[@TravelFanatical]

One of the challenges with photographing or videotaping there is some people are a bit suspicious as to why they are being filmed. Thanks for getting out of your comfort zone and sharing your travels with us. I'm off to Tanzania in a week.

[@johnablorh2186]

Well done for making journey despite all the negativity about Africa. Friends of mine have admitted to being as scared the first time they moved to London and various cities in the US. I think it is more likely you would be robbed in America or dodgy parts of London. what people in the west dont understand is that Africans are probably the most friendly people in the world. Enjoy your trip. Peace.

[@nicromezb]

Welcome Bongo Tanzania 🇹🇿 ❤

[@Malaika1627]

I don’t think you should be terrified because I’m completely from Dar Es Salaam and I love it but you don’t have to listen but I’m just saying maybe I’m from another part of Dar but yeah where I’m from it’s not scary but maybe it’s scary for you because I’m used to it and you are just visiting so I don’t know what you think and I’m not trying to change your thoughts but I’m just saying it’s not that scary.😇🇹🇿Oh sorry and thanks

[@fiazmariavlogs2380]

Hi Tanzania 🇹🇿 is beautiful 🐘 👌 👍🇬🇧👌

[@KajaKubicka]

yess!

[@mr.critic]

Awesome intro and vlog. I can imagine all the work you put into shooting and editing these vlogs. You deserve millions of subs 👍👍👍

[@KajaKubicka]

thank you!

[@NG-fq5lf]

NO SHE DOES NOT!!!!! KKK KAREN needs to stay home in the United States where she can run the chance of getting shot anywhere she goes, instead of going overseas and badmouthing someone else’s country.

[@TheTwite]

Good video, try to go back inland for more exciting adventure

[@KajaKubicka]

I did that! 😏

[@linksymposia424]

TZ is very peaceful. It has amazing people..

[@gaitanmalima7429]

Great. Karibu/welcome to Tanzania. I think after one or two weeks stay in Tanzania, you may not wish to leave.

[@KajaKubicka]

❤️❤️

[@mashakampembela2552]

Yes of course b'se Tanzanian love people.

[@pharesdismas8876]

Your warmly welcomed

[@JustJami74]

So I made sure to watch until the end to reserve my initial judgement based on the intro. I have a lot of thoughts and questions. 1) Is there missing footage? I ask because I saw nothing terrifying at all throughout the entire video. 2) If you are that put off by people who are different from you, why would you go to a continent full of them and all by yourself? 3) What was so menacing about people saying "Hello" and "Welcome"? It's all giving Karen Goes Abroad. Please do better.

[@KajaKubicka]

it can be scar to be in a new and foreign environment by yourself, have you really never experienced that? :)

[@kokolete]

Tangawizi is ginger..the seeds you didn’t know its name it’s baobab seeds..they are flavoured..and it’s superfood

[@tinamartina1801]

Finally.,I am also considering to go alone in Tanzania. Anyway ,the name starts like my name- Tanya, ..in Tan..zania😂. Really. Why not? I am not a big fan of Africa,and hot countries,but I want to see Tanzania,and this latest modern city..forgot the name. One day. And probably not too expensive. Anyone want to come with me ,pls ? 😊

[@HansChuma]

❤❤❤ ur wellcome my sstr

[@badgerhoney3003]

hey kaja 凯亚， 你好 我也在dar es salaam i am a chinese who lived in shanghai 5 years , i watched most of you chinese viodo

[@lifeofyuri4020]

10:15 that's probably cuz White House is just a street away Even us Tanzanians are not allowed to take pictures of anything around that ferry area and could get fined if found out

[@reneemuller1363]

why did you miss going to Zambia, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe, absolutely beautiful countries with super friendly people.

[@mariancounsellor]

and Ghana, Senegal, Kenya, Uganda

[@cornellcornell1]

Perhaps people don’t have unlimited time to visit every country on a continent.

[@LaurynCahill]

She doesn’t like friendly people. She was creeped out by natives greeting and welcoming her

[@georgethepatriot2785]

Spent a whole year there . No problems . The People are great. Learn Swahili its one of the easiest to learn. Must go back one day

[@Sean1877]

Kariakoo market is the biggest market complex in East Africa

[@omarmckenzie8757]

I'm afraid to go to Europe and America. I'm Frightened to death! Afraid! I wonder why?

[@nasibuhassan1139]

The best place ever

[@ernestsinje9700]

❤❤❤❤

[@whatsitlike9052]

lol in Africa we talk to random people and smile or just say hello. In Europe you lot are so suspicious of someone says hi. It’s actually weird like what are you afraid of ?

[@edwinmuriuki6341]

Hae, you should also try n visit Kenya. Its the best place to be

[@say-go-travel]

We , females, are afraid very often though no all admit it especial on the video. I was also afraid and worried on my first trip to Asia.

[@christianangelo4832]

Wabongo tumekuja tuitetee Tanzania yetu...

[@amouuralkindi6323]

Did anyone saw the link here from her being in Oman then traveling to Tanzania ?!! 😋

[@KajaKubicka]

what's the link?

[@amouuralkindi6323]

@@KajaKubicka Oman has a large amount of Swahili people and descendants! Cause of history , Zanzibar and Dar As Salam actually in arabic means land of peace it was Omans second capital before the brits came and did their ethnic cleansing

[@judithkirenga9977]

HAKUNA MATATA ❤❤❤❤❤❤ TANZANIA 🇹🇿🇹🇿

[@princeofosun7451]

Welcome to East Africa. Have no fear! We love visitors.

[@KajaKubicka]

thank you!

[@Duke_prodz1]

Shikamo hello in Spaheli langue in dar es salaam my dad was born there

[@badgerhoney3003]

我们可以见面喝一杯也可以。

[@julietaruya3667]

Is not true Tanzania is a beautiful ❤️. Just go home if you are afraid. AFRICA IS ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@africanoupdateds9361]

Karen relax.

[@fahadfaraj6474]

Yes she is karen she is so insecured with everything, she complain even on people's culture

[@stewart2589]

Africa is just much lower on quality and saftey compared to the rest of the world

[@davidwheatcroft2797]

Born and raised in Dar. "Hello" is "Jambo." Never ever had a problem riding my bike at 4 thru villages, saying, "Salaama" to Muslim types and Jambo to the rest....I will teach you an easy saying, "Haraka, haraka, hyena baraka!" "Haste, haste, no speed!" Will bring a smile. Chicken is "cuckoo." Super easy language.

[@iamkman]

Come to Pakistan Kaja, Its absolutely safe and way more fun

[@pilimwanza8117]

Stoped watching after I heard I am scared about 3 times🙄

[@KajaKubicka]

You shouldn’t have..

[@junioralmozard6460]

I agree it all started with the title of the video and it was purposely done her preconceived notions, low energy, lack of interest and interaction with the locals said it all. and moreover unfortunately our Albino Brothers and Sisters in Tanzania are under constant scrutinies and it’s wrong she must have done her research on this problem and thinking (just maybe) people would be looking at her a bit different because of what she looks like. and please I’m neither trying to be mean nor degrading this woman by any means. it’s called using my intuition this stuff is all over internet it’s simply an opinion but a hard breakdown.

[@hiyahiy]

She might be terrified because of what her people portray on the news

[@fidelfidel-jz4iw]

What are wonder how our beach is not clean but readers are seen but doesn't care what ........

[@badgerhoney3003]

你好凯亚 ，我经常看你的视频，我去过波兰，会一些简单的波兰语。我现在住在DAR ES SALAAM , 我在海边有一个房子。你可以来免费住，也欢迎你过来拍视频。

[@prothodommy]

Why would you use such negative words to introduce your videos! Learn to be respectful 😢 ("I am scared") scared of what??????????

[@soundscape26]

Not courageous? You did what the overwhelming majority of women would never consider doing, travelling solo to Africa. Those you see here on KZbin are a small minority so yeah... don't feel ashamed for not feeling 100% comfortable all the time. Your vulnerability feels genuine and is welcomed. Will watch the remaining Tanzania vlogs with much interest.

[@fruityeva]

I agree!🌞

[@KajaKubicka]

🙏🏼🥹

[@dukeroyal8158]

She says she is "scared", "terrified",... She totally discredited her self.

[@christianangelo4832]

1. we mzungu wanakwambia zima kamera yako, "hey European, they are telling you to turn off your camera"

[@nacophai.t2601]

Why scared while its peaceful country

[@annassiidowciise901]

You are really beautiful, you are very beautiful on your tour

[@victorgerryson2695]

Karibu sana

[@KajaKubicka]

Thank you!

[@fidelfidel-jz4iw]

People in Tanzania are not meant very friendly but you people not like people especially foreigners this is big difference between with your countries.

[@jamesmccracken2542]

Most of this stuff is in some people's mind.

[@ggordon6972]

Nice video, but a husband by your side 😉

[@sadatyabdu9313]

karibu tena, Tanzania hakuna matata

[@hiyahiy]

If youre scared in Tanzania, dont come to Amerikkka

[@abdisalammohamed8691]

If you felt unsafe in Tanzania, than I hope you ended your trip there for Afrika.. because only god knows how you gone feel in other countries in afrika… TZ is one of most safest countries in Afrika especially daresalam ( City of Peace) litter translation

[@dalvincebrian2823]

Tanzania is abit safe but the problem is the mindset of people is still in the 1960's!!! They are ignorant and paranoid in someway to cameras and advancement!! If your energetic adventurous person you will easily get bored they lack many recreation facilities and fun getaways! But Kenya and Uganda and south Africa are well advanced

[@allenmaa7064]

I just wish that people would consider the titles of their KZbin videos - entire national reputations can be damaged by hyerbole. Tanzania is one of the safest countries in the entire world while some Western countries are killing fields.

[@tyralewis6263]

Exactly

[@mashakampembela2552]

True.

[@veeJesus]

Please your title is not good for our country. Yes you are scared what is scaring you in Tanzania?? 😮

[@observant23]

YOU SCARED OF WHAT REALLY?I'm kenyan & tanzania is the most safest country in EAST AFRICA.

[@Augfordpdoggie]

Tanzania is incredibly safe, even for women, but it is brutally noisy

[@essajarju925]

America is safe to leave

[@friendshipwisdom7667]

This video was MORE ABOUT YOU being afraid than the country. Not appropriate!!!

[@KajaKubicka]

well that's youtube :) it's a video about my personal experience in that country, not a TV documentary

[@trollthetruthand5458]

I think the government of these countries shouldn't allow certain people to vlog because they give a bad vibe to the area, if you can walk threw NYC and feel safe you should have the heart of a lion. Werido everywhere.

[@NG-fq5lf]

KKK KAREN.

[@africanoupdateds9361]

Don't come here with that mentality. He'll 👎

[@tevintevin6254]

Y are u scared??? 😏

[@mishacol]

бестолковый репортаж, автор 17 минут выражает свои субъективные ощущения.

[@africanoupdateds9361]

Wtf.

[@evanstenga8951]

Your title is very misleading. You need to enjoy our country freely. We are scared too when we come to the USA where the majority of people CARRY GUNS….We don’t. I do not want to say too much but ….Lady enjoy our country and kindly leave.

[@tyralewis6263]

Exactly

[@stewart2589]

Because Africa isn't like the rest of the world

[@evanstenga8951]

It is Unique like any other country in Africa with a hint of Love and Peace that has been maintained gracefully.

[@weastekadmin5760]

@@stewart2589 Which country is "like the rest of the world" really? America has more guns than people. That's normal? Your ignorance is evident

[@MirageandReality]

You are right about this but she is just making a click bait title for views. However the majority of people in the US, while keeping them in their houses, are not walking around carrying guns at all, and the generally police service is better than africa. Also as a white woman it’s true that people always come after you trying to exploit you because they always assume you are rich, plus being a woman an easier target. That doesn’t happen for natives.

[@khadijahannisa6029]

Pls try to reach out to other solo travelers before going to Africa 🤔 bcuz u shouldnt its kinda dangerous places. Locals always ssy its not that dangerous really. Your feelings are legid ok. So, why didn't you go to North Africa Algeria or Morocco or Tunisia sidi sou said beautiful. Anyways you survived 🤗 thks for sharing always becareful choose safe places 💖 take care

[@Myplusbee]

She SURVIVED? You undoubtedly mean she survived by chance or by means of good lucky while, in reality, I'm pretty sure Tanzania is much safer than countries you mentioned above! . You'll never hear a tourist get kidnapped or killed for whatever reason. As she said, the only threat is pickpocketing, and most likely for her, possible snatching of her camera.

[@khadijahannisa6029]

@@Myplusbee Pls don't turn this into something is not. When I say survived its basically talking about the many times she said I'm sorry I showing that I'm scared but continue to say I am legidmently afraid ok. Yes there are places that are risky to go too seriously I guess you never heard of a tourist getting kidnapped because you never looked into it🤗 I have also my niece and I went to North Africa Our own native Morrocan roots ok first they warned us if you leave the tourist area can't guarantee your safety same in South Africa also Nigeria, Uganda and Kenya so yea I do know what they've told us is true. Theres a high risk that they take their own people that come in from other countries for money. So I'm not saying it will happen but there's a big risk factor period. Again perhaps you have more information as to why you feel its safe anywhere anyone travels but one can never tell and I've been a traveler for a very long time. Yes first thing is do research get on embassy site to check... if you get on the site it will certainly explain the big risk and what level of danger is that country but I'm sure it doesn't matter so many take the chance anyways. So you questioning me doesn't make me wrong or you so right because that's your opinion and simply this is mine. Appreciate your opinion tho. Thanks and safe travels 😊

[@Myplusbee]

​@@khadijahannisa6029 C'mon, STOP exaggeration! When I said, "you'll never hear about tourists being kidnapped..." I talked about Tanzania, and I know YOU KNOW it coz' I clearly said "I'm pretty sure TANZANIA is much safer than countries you mentioned..." Does that sound like I was talking about other countries? So, why trying to defend your argument by giving examples of other countries?! And though you generalized by saying "Locals ALWAYS ssy its not that dangerous really" but Tanzanian locals gave her an honest advise that "be careful with your camera and pickpocketing"! . In most cases, above is done by petty thieves, and you'll rarely be harmed coz' what they do is just to snatch, and RUN! So, it's obvious I'm RIGHT about what I said that's why you try twisting only to defend your argument! . Btw, who doesn't know about security problem posed by Al Shabab in KE and Boko Haram in West Africa?! Who doesn't know about crazy South Africans? But for Tanzania, I can confidently repeat "IT'S SAFE HERE"! So, even you Khadijah, you're welcome! Of course, you can come across some unpleasantries but I'm certain, will be similar unpleasantries that you can also face in many other countries including your own country or town!

[@khadijahannisa6029]

@mychannel Appreciate your imput. Thanks so much for sharing 😊

[@irenewile]

Shut Up,what is so Special in North Africa that other Africans don't have.. mxiiuuiiuuuuuuuuu fool

[@tinamartina1801]

Wow,alone lady traveling by her self in third world countries is too DANGEROUS,man.I would not d it.Looks stupid to me,finally she will find the big adventure

[@lickjo]

Tanzania isn't "3rd world"

[@tinamartina1801]

@@lickjo 🙂how not ?

[@tinamartina1801]

The so- called " THIRD WORLD 🌎" COUNTRIES INCLUDE : 1. AFRICA ( except SOUTH AFRICA ) ; 2. ASIA ( except Japan ) ; 3 . LATIN AMERICA 4. Caribbean 5. Parts of Oceania 👍😐

[@lickjo]

@@tinamartina1801 source? Dumbest comment I’ve ever seen 🤣🤣🤣

[@tinamartina1801]

@@lickjo you wish , Tanzania is an African country, fact is fact , dump is dump ,dump & dumper🤣🤣😂

[@sricharanmadhyala]

U r a wonderful blogger who made this boring city looked interesting…. Take home messages…definitely not worth visiting

[@tyralewis6263]

I like your video, but I don’t like the title. This is your first AFRICAN country and it just seems off putting to say you are SCARED. It is insensitive ❤

[@KajaKubicka]

But I was scared in the beginning 😢 it can be scary to explore a new place by yourself for the first time! I think it’s quite natural

[@weastekadmin5760]

@@KajaKubicka You wouldn't say that if it was America tho would you?

[@labambou]

@@weastekadmin5760 Maybe she wouldn't because she's more familiar with the Western world. I really think you can't blame someone for being honest. And it's not like she's bashing the country. I'm African and grew up in Belgium. You've no idea how terrified I was about going to Germany for the first time at age 28 because of all the Nazi stories I was fed when I was a kid. Now Germany is one of my favorite destinations.