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Morogoro is a city located in the eastern part of Tanzania, approximately 196 kilometers west of Dar es Salaam. It serves as the capital of the Morogoro Region.

Type City

Why go

  • Municipality in and capital of Morogoro Region, Tanzania.
  • Served by Chidudu Airport.

History

Morogoro is a city located in the eastern part of Tanzania, approximately 196 kilometers west of Dar es Salaam. It serves as the capital of the Morogoro Region. Informally, it is referred to as Mji kasoro bahari, which translates to city short of an ocean/port.

Airports

Dodoma Airport (DOD) 40 km to the centre
Dodoma, 03, TZ — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Mpwapwa Airport 79 km to the centre
Mpwapwa, 03, TZ
Outdoor
Mvumi Airport 21 km to the centre
Mvumi, 03, TZ
Outdoor
Mtera Airport 67 km to the centre
Mtera, 03, TZ
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Tanzania
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When to go

Tourist season
October – March

The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.

Shoulder season
April – May, September

Milder and quieter, with better value.

Worth avoiding
June – August

The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Chidudu Airport; 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tanzania. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.