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THE NEW YEAR ESCAPE
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026
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Curious on Tanzania
$1,995
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Bring in NEW YEAR, we invite you as a part of a hand-picked group of individuals together to immerse yourselves in the soul that runs through this magical country.


We’ve crafted a flow of unforgettable moments and experiences that will set a new standard for how you travel in the future. At the end of this travel experience, you’ll become an explorer who walks away with a true taste of what Tanzanian culture has to offer, complimented by a new set of friendships, and a deeper connection to Africa. Join us to bring in the NEW YEAR with an unforgettable Tanzania getaway.


TRAVEL STYLE: ACTIVE, LUXURY, NIGHTLIFE

Trip Highlight: 8days/7nights

DAR ES SALAAM - THE CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS 

DAY 1: SAT DEC 27TH - ARRIVE IN DAR ES SALAAM

DAY 2: SUN DEC 28TH - URBAN SWAHILI CITY, FOOD + NIGHTLIFE 

DAY 3: MON DEC 29TH - FREE BEACH DAY + WELCOME DINNER 

DAY 4: TUE DEC 30TH - WELCOME TO ZANZIBAR


ZANZIBAR - THE HISTORICAL AND WHITE SAND BEACHES ISLAND 

DAY 5: WED DEC 31ST - HISTORICAL TOUR + NEW YEARS EVE PART

DAY 6: THU JAN 1ST - FREE BEACH DAY  

DAY 7: FRI JAN 2ND - ZANZIBARI CULTURAL DAY - EXPERIENCE THE PEOPLE

DAY 8: SAT JAN 3RD -DEPARTURE DAY


FULL ITINERARY AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST WITH HOTEL INFO. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

It’s possible that your booking may be available when you place an order, but becomes unavailable prior to the date of the activity. If this occurs, your sole remedy is to contact CURIOUS ON TANZANIA to make alternative arrangements.

CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES TO RESERVATIONS.

Deposit is non refundable

Cancellation of trip must be done 90days before departure date for a 75% refund, 60days before 50% refund, 30days before 15%, No refund after. Read more: http://www.curiousontanzania.com?open=terms-and-conditions

Deposit and refund policies.

All trips, unless otherwise stated, offer you the chance to reserve your seat with a deposit when booking at least 90 days before departure. Full trip payment is due 30 days before departure. Failure to pay your trip balance on time will result in the loss of your deposit and seat on your trip. All trips/deposits are nonrefundable.

INCIDENTAL FEES.

The purchases made through CURIOUS ON TANZANIA do not include incidental expenses, except as specifically described in your itinerary, and you are liable for all such incidental expenses that you incur during, or in anticipation of, your purchased product and/or service. These things may include but are not limited to: airfare to the destination, lunches, incidental expenses, alcohol, and any entrance or departure fees into the destination country.

TRAVEL INSURANCE.

You agree and acknowledge that in order to participate in any CURIOUS ON TANZANIA experiences travel insurance is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If you choose to get coverage make sure, the insurance that you obtain must adequately cover you for medical expenses, accidents, property loss, and curtailment or cancellation of your trip. Such insurance is not included with your purchase on the Site. Travel insurance highly recommended in the case of personal injury, medical expenses, loss of or damage to luggage, repatriation expenses, and evacuation expenses. Curious on Tanzania will not be held responsible in any occasion.

Read more: http://www.curiousontanzania.com?open=terms-and-conditions

What's included

Accommodation

7nights (Shared or Single occupancy)

Ground Transportion

Airport pick up/ drop off Ground Transportation as per itinerary

Meals

All Breakfast, Some Dinner or lunch meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Local Flight

Flight From Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Activities

Curated Activities and Tours as listed in the itinerary

Concierge Support

Travel Concierge Support (24/7), Private tour guides, private driver

What's not included

International Flight

RT International Airfare from/ to Tanzania

Visa/vaccine/insurance

Passports and entry visas fees + Vaccinations, Incidental expenses or Traveler's insurance

Other

Activities outside the itinerary Nightlife entrance fees Meals outside the itinerary TIPS

DAY 1: SUN DEC 28TH

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WELCOME TO DAR ES SALAAM

Habari! You’re finally here!  We’ll whisk you away from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) after your arrival into the city and take you to your accommodation. After you get settled into your new digs, we’ll introduce you to the rest of your crew for the week; an intimate group of individuals from all over the world ready to experience Tanzania’s culture and history. As a group, we’ll all head to our welcome dinner and kick off our new journey together.


7:00-9:00pm Check in + Nightlife in Dar

Accommodation: Ramada Beach Resort 

Dress Code: Casual Comfortable wear + Sandals or sneakers


Dar es Salaam, a major city and commercial port on Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coast, grew from a fishing village. It is the most populous city in Tanzania and the fifth most populous in Africa. In 2020, the population was estimated to be 6.4 million.

DAY 2: MON DEC 29TH

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FREE BEACH DAY

Enjoy a free beach day with swimming + relaxations. Evening: Put on your African attire and join us for Tanzanian experience welcome home dinner. 

DAY 3: TUE DEC 30TH

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THE REAL DAR ES SALAAM!

The best way to get to know a destination is by gaining a bit of its history. Today, we’ll be taking you on a tour that gives you a deep dive into Dar Es Salaam’s roots. We’ll immediately immerse ourselves in the local culture by trekking through the city to visit historical landmarks, sampling traditional foods, learning about the people, visiting the world famous Kariakoo market, and getting our first taste of Tanzanian hospitality with a Swahili lunch off the beaten path with a famous local chef.

Accommodation: Ramada Beach Resort

Dress Code: Casual Comfortable wear + Sandals or sneakers. 

Meals Included: Breakfast + Swahili Lunch

DAY 4: WED DEC 31ST

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WELCOME TO ZANZIBAR

We’ll be packing our bags and changing locations as we head to Zanzibar. Our first stop is Stone Town, where' we’ll relax and get familiar with the city. Today is the perfect opportunity to discover some of the things that make the city so great. Get to know your new travel companions, check out that cool spot your friends back home recommended, stop by the local markets or hang out poolside at our lush accommodations. 


Today, we'll hit the streets of Stone Town for a walking tour of the old city, visiting the local markets and learning why the city is of prominent historical and artistic importance in East Africa, so much so, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the evening, we’ll enjoy a sunset happy hour. We’ll enjoy dinner at one of the best seafood restaurants in Zanzibar. 


Dress Code: Dress comfortable

Lodging: Maru Maru Zanzibar

Meals included: Breakfast at the hotel.

DAY 6: THU JAN 1ST

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FREE BEACH DAY

All about the beach! Soothe yourself in the crystal clear waters and experience the local vibes of some of Africa’s most beautiful coastlines. Today is your day to do as you please at the beach.


In the evening, we'll come together one last time for a celebratory farewell dinner. Let our last meal together as a travel crew be a time to reflect on the unforgettable week Tanzania gave you, and for the memorable experience you gave yourself.

DAY 7: FRI JAN 3RD

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SPICE IT UP! Spice tour and Culinary Class

Now that we’re settled in Zanzibar, we’ll make a visit to one of the many shambas (spice farms) and a local village to learn the history and why the nickname “Spice Island” is well-deserved. 


Spice tour and Culinary Class. The class entails making swahili food with a local chef using local ingredients. It is hands-on participatory class each student will be involved in preparation and cooking.


Cooking: Pilau (spice rice) is a festive dish, well-known and much loved in the Zanzibar archipelago. In this workshop, you will learn to prepare it, using many of Zanzibar’s fresh and aromatic spices – and of course you will get to eat it afterwards. You’ll take home the recipe and can then treat your friends and family to this beautiful and fragrant dish.


Lunch is served after class. 

DAY 8: FRI JAN 2ND

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HISTORICAL TOUR + SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Today is the perfect opportunity to discover some of the things that make the city so great. Get to know your new travel companions, check out that cool spot your friends back home recommended, stop by the local markets or hang out poolside at our lush accommodations. 


Today, we'll hit the streets of Stone Town for a walking tour of the old city, visiting the local markets and learning why the city is of prominent historical and artistic importance in East Africa, so much so, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the evening, we’ll enjoy a sunset happy hour. We’ll enjoy dinner at one of the best seafood restaurants in Zanzibar. 


ITINERARY

8:00am-10:00am Breakfast 

10:00am-3:00pm Historical tour + Swahili Lunch /Shopping experience 

8:00pm dinner at hotel rooftop restaurant.


Dress Code: Dress comfortable

Lodging: Maru Maru Zanzibar

Meals included: Breakfast at the hotel.

DAY 9: SAT JAN 4TH

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IT'S SO HARD TO SAY GOODBYE

We know, it feels like you just got here, but it’s time to say goodbye.  Use today to check off those final items on your list before it’s time to head home. The week may have flown by, but the memories and friendships you've made will last forever.

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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

About your organizer

Where Curiosity Meets Authenticity. With our Travel Concierge Service, we assist you to create a personalized trip based on shared interests, passions and budget. Invite family and friends to travel together. A journey with us will leave you speechless and then turn you into a storyteller.

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