And Now Presenting Africa-

Follow my Footprints in Tanzania is a multi-activity package tour covering everything I experienced and encountered across all five of my trips to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, capturing the people, places, and moments that shaped my journey.

Wth the support of knowledgeable local guides and the warmth of the people I met along the way, I have come to know Dar es Salaam quite well, and I’m excited for you to embark on this journey with me so that my experiences can become a meaningful and personal part of your own.

Words cannot fully explain how these trips have changed my life. Often I feel that my articles, photos, videos, and posts fall short of capturing what I have experienced, and that you cannot truly gain an in‑depth sense unless you are actually there to see it, hear it, and feel it firsthand.

Before I go into the itinerary, I would like for you to get to know me better by telling you about my diverse up bringing, traveling history, my relationship with people who were born and raised on the continent of Africa, and how I came up with the concept, ‘And Now Presenting Africa’.

My Diverse Upbrining and Environment

I grew up in Northern California, (Fremont) and had the pleasure of going to grade school, and high school with a lot of foreign students-from Mexico, to Saudia Arabia, Hawaii, Guam, Costa Rica, England, India, Puerto Rico, China, Germany, Vietnam, and the Philippines. My high school yearbook, is mostly filled with students from all around the world!

Traveling History

I fell in love with travelling after flying alone at the age of 9, continuing to go on solo trips, taking many family trips with my parents and younger brother, making friends and going to school with people from other countries, and from having relatives in the military who have been stationed in Germany, The Philippines, and Japan.

My relationship with people who were born and raised on the continent of Africa

Unlike many Americans and other Europeans who are relocating to, visiting, and touring the continent of Africa, I already have had — and continue to have — close African friends here in the United States for more than ten years.

In fact, while living in Houston, Texas — which has one of the largest Nigerian communities in the country — I did not have many American friends at all. Most of my friends, coworkers, business and spiritual mentors were Nigerian. I also have close friends from Cameroon and Kenya.

The first Native of Africa with whom I developed a friendship is from Kenya. Though I have relocated from Houston, Texas several times since, we always make an effort to keep in touch.

African Friends and Co-Workers

Entering the medical field in Houston, Texas I was surrounded around a lot of Africans from Nigeria. Though at first we bumped heads, I was attracted to their ambition, their work status, and discipline. But mostly, how they all helped, supported, and encouraged one another.

Soon, as I showed interest, and asked questions, they were teaching me about their culture, and supporting and encouraging me as if I was their own.

I then began my own research about the continent of Africa, and grew even closer to my new co-workers and friends from Nigeria, Kenya, and Cameroon.

So even though I know that Africans from different countries have totally different cultures, I did not experience a tremendous culture shock in Tanzania; instead I found the pace of life, everyday customs, and warm hospitality comfortably familiar and easy to adapt to.

And Now Presenting Africa

The name And now presenting Africa was actually conceptualized by me in 2004, after discovering my true African roots through my Nigerian, Cameroon, and Kenyan friends and co-workers.

If truth be told, Nigerians are the reason why I even know about my African roots; both knowingly and unknowingly they guided me, gently shaping my understanding, deepening my connection to culture, and helping me embrace the heritage that now feels like a part of who I am.

The name ‘And Now Presenting Africa’ came to me while I was researching, studying, and uncovering deeper truths about a frequently misunderstood and often misrepresented continent.

I originally envisioned ‘And Now Presenting Africa’ as a magazine-style publication, showcasing curated stories, visuals, and voices from the African Diaspora.

At the time, I was telling everyone who would listen, about my newfound love for Africa — its rich history, diverse countries, vibrant cultures, and the many people who live across the continent as well as Africans living abroad.

Fast forward to the present, I have reopened the African chapters of my life, sharing them more openly through my website, blog, and Pinterest pins.

The Continent of Africa and all of its Beauty

Africa is a beautiful continent made up of 54 countries — rich in culture, family, community, fertile land, diverse resources, and abundant melanin.

And Now Presenting Africa is dedicated to showcasing, through travel, curated trips, music, and immersive tours, the continent’s resilience, vibrant livelihoods, deep love and acceptance, and the many varied traditions, tribes, and cultures-

Starting in Tanzania!

Tanzania called, and I answered

When I felt the calling to go to Africa, I was already in the midst of planning a trip to Lagos, Nigeria, but my spirit — and I believe some of my African ancestors — gently steered me toward Tanzania by introducing me to Kathryn via YouTube-better known as Traveling Sista.

Kathryn is one of the first people online to provide extensive, thoughtful detail about relocating to Tanzania. All of the information that she has shared throughout the years is like gold.

I literally had my binder and was taking notes like I was in school!

Kathryn talking about life in Tanzania immediately grabbed my attention. Something inside me resonated deeply and quietly urged, “Go.”

So I followed that pull, though not before doing my own careful research and preparation for a whole year and a half.

Tanzania was everything Kathryn had described and even more; everything I felt the first time I was introduced to Tanzania in 2020 was affirmed, and that affirmation has only deepened each time I returned.

I Fell in Love with Tanzania!

I cannot remember a single visit where I felt uncomfortable or out of place.

Every time I travel to Tanzania, most Tanzanians consistently make me feel genuinely welcome and completely at ease.

On my first visit around my birthday in October 2021, I quickly fell in love with the warm, welcoming Tanzanian people, their melodic language, vibrant cultural traditions, and the delicious, comforting local food.

I fell in love with the people, the land, the language, the lifestyle, and the love and respect that Tanzanians have for one another.

I fell in love with how a lot of Tanzanians still keep their ancestral traditions, and how family and children seem to always be at the forefront of their lives.

I fell in love with Bongo Flava music as well as traditional Tanzanian tunes. I fell in love with how they build homes, the everyday lifestyle of Tanzanians, and the hustle of vendors of all.

I fell in love with the little things like how the bus (dala dala) attendants shake change in their hand to collect bus fare, to how the Ferry vendors make loud kissing noises to get people's attention to buy whatever goods they are selling.

And Now Presenting Africa Follow My Footprints Tours

And Now Presenting Africa-Follow My Footprints Tours starting in Dar es Salaam,Tanzania will be presented to you through myself, and local guides who belong to its people and carry a lifetime of connection, knowledge, and respect.

My tours are crafted not as fleeting visits, but as thoughtful journeys shaped by relationships with Tanzanian communities, youth, African elders, and storytellers — people I call family.

Book with confidence

Each tour is led and co-led by myself, and people with deep ties to Tanzania —Local organizers, guides, and hosts.

We handle all planning and coordination, so you can focus on learning, connecting, and creating lasting memories, worry-free.

What you’ll get

Authentic cultural immersion:
Meet community members in their daily settings. Observe and participate in traditional practices, and music, guided by myself, and Tanzanian hosts who welcome you as a respectful guest.
Deep local insight:
Learn history, and contemporary life from those who live it.
Responsible, reciprocal travel:
We partner with community-run projects so your trip supports education, health, cultural preservation, and local artisans.
Practical comfort with cultural sensitivity:
Thoughtful accommodations, reliable and trained local staff ensure safety and convenience while keeping experiences grounded in authentic local life.
Fun Adventure Relaxation
Dar es Salaam blends lively adventure and soothing relaxation in a way that suits all travelers-vibrant markets, street food stalls, and cultural sites offer energetic urban discoveries before you return to a quiet rooftop bar or a peaceful waterfront promenade to watch the Indian Ocean melt into the evening.

Why this matters

And Now Presenting Africa tours welcomes respectful participants invited to learn, listen, have fun, and leave a positive footprint.

This creates richer memories and ensures tourism strengthens — rather than erodes — the communities you visit.

Join tours that respect the land and honor its people-

And Now, Presenting Africa!

Follow My Footprints in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Itinerary:

7 Days 6 Nights

Day 1- Karibu Tanzania! (Welcome to Tanzania! )
Airport pickup will transport you to Kijiji Beach Resort in Kigamboni. There we will eat and drink while enjoying a welcome party; afterwards you can relax on the beach or settle in your room to rest and prepare for the next days excursions!
Day 2- Kijiji Beach Resort Stay
After a long trip you will want to be pampered and simply relax, so we will lounge at the resort, take in the rich Tanzanian culture and natural environment, and take part in the many activities and happenings around the property, enjoying leisure time, local flavors, and gentle explorations.
Day 3- Explore Kidete Beach and Kibugumo Villages
We will be transported to a beautiful, hidden, secluded beach area called Kidete, where soft sand, gentle waves, and a calm, private atmosphere await.
Kibugumo, a energetic neighborhood in Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, known for its lively streets and close-knit community, is a vibrant pocket of city life where daily commerce, neighborly warmth, and local traditions come together.

Day 4- Dar es Salaam City Centre
Wander through Dar es Salaam’s bustling City Centre, explore the famous Kariakoo open shopping market, and participate in Makumbusho cultural event showcasing traditions and community heritage.

Day 5- Take the Ferry Boat to Zanzibar
Escape to exotic Zanzibar for a day full of sun, spice-scented air, and unforgettable coastal charm, where vibrant culture, turquoise waters, and historic streets invite relaxed wandering and lasting memories.

Day 6- Visit Mbezi and Coco Beach
Tour upscale residential and commercial district adjacent to the popular Mbezi Beach area, offering contemporary homes, stylish boutique shops, refined dining options, and convenient waterfront amenities
Coco Beach in Dar es Salaam is a popular coastal spot known for its sandy shores, lively atmosphere, and energetic activity nightlife, drawing both locals and visitors who come to relax, socialize, and enjoy food, music, and seaside views.
Day 7- We Say Badaaye (Goodbye) for now, to Tanzania
Take in your final moments in Tanzania, savoring the sights, sounds, and quiet memories that will stay with you.
Transport to Airport-You will be transported back to Julius Nyerere Airport where we will say badaaye (bye) for now to Tanzania.

*Explore Kijiji, Kidete, and Mbezi Beach

*Visit Tanzanian Villages in Kigamboni, Kibugumo

*Shop Kariakoo and Fish Markets

*Ride a Bajaji Boda Boda and Dala Dala

*Enjoy Fun Tanzanian night life

*Indulge in savory Tanzanian meals

*Learn basic Swahili greetings

*Wander around in Dar es Salaam's bustling city center

*Escape to exotic Zanzibar for a day

*Delve into cultural tribal experiences, and much more

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