Msasani Fish Market — Attraction in Dar es-Salaam

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Nestled along the bustling shores of Dar es Salaam, the Msasani Fish Market offers a truly authentic slice of local life. This vibrant market is where you can haggle with fishermen over the freshest catch of the day, ensuring you get top-quality seafood at unbeatable prices. While it might not be the cleanest or most polished environment, its raw, original African charm makes it a must-visit for anyone wanting a genuine cultural experience. If you're in Dar es Salaam, don't miss the chance to dive into this lively marketplace and savor the freshest seafood...

This fish market is a small place having 2 halls side by side.. In one they usually have fish auctions and is largely empty while the retailers sit in the longer hall.. Even here there are just a few retailers and who quote high rates for the fish. The fish is usually fresh but have seen them mix and try to confuse. The interesting part though was the other half of the hall which has food vendors preparing local food n fish dishes. If u can do with a bit of less hygiene, you can try the food here else as I did I took it home n...

Samaki - means fish in Swahili. Our neighborhood fish market, they are nice just be aware and let them offer you what they sell. To all foreigners they will most likely give you a higher price , so try to bargain. The people will bring you fish are the agents and not the real fishermen, kinda third party. If you will visit here maybe at least learn some swahili numbers as most people who sell doesnt speak much english. They also offer you to clean the fish at a...