A Taste of Beautiful Mwanza: Things to Do in Mwanza
Mwanza…Mwanza…

Why a taste you ask? Well despite spending two weeks in Mwanza, I didn’t get to explore the city much as I hoped to and also because all I did was eat ha! There is always a next time, right?
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Getting to Mwanza
I travelled by bus, Modern Coast, from Nairobi which is about 12 hours on the road and it cost me about Kshs 4,000 (round trip) but there are flights to Mwanza from Nairobi and all over.
Some roadside views




Some things about Mwanza
- Mwanza is not called Rock City for nothing. The city has a whole lot of rocks which really do change the scenery. The most notable being Bismarck rock, the city’s symbol.


2. Mwanza is on the shores of Lake Victoria.
People depend on the lake for their livelihood, food, epic views, fresh air and beaches!



3. Food
Major staple foods are Ugali, Msusa (pumpkin leaves), Fish, and Beans. Local cuisine is delicious and a must-try. Fruits and vegetables are affordable and very easy to source. I love that you can get amazing street food here that is filling, yummy, and on the cheaper side. My favourite has to be zege also known as chips mayai. This is not only available in Mwanza but all over Tanzania.

4. Cheap transport
There are dala dalas (matatus), boda bodas (motorbikes), and tuk-tuks (rickshaws) all over so it entirely depends on you. Taxis are also in large numbers.
5. Friendly people
I never take kindness for granted especially in a new place because chances are you might need to ask for help at some point. People were so friendly, strangers would randomly say Habari (How are you) or Mambo (Hi) and go about their business. It’s such little things that make amazing experiences.
There is a little bit for everyone. You can travel to Mwanza on any budget, accommodation, eating out, and activities so you’re good to go with whatever tickles your fancy.
Of course, there’s much more to see, do and eat in this lakeside city. You can visit Ukerewe Island, Saa Nane Island (which also has a zoo), cultural centres, gold mines, etc.
Mwanza is beautiful, I don’t think I can emphasize that enough. It is definitely worth visiting!

For more photos check out some amazing photos of Mwanza.
Catch up on other posts here.
Stay winning guys!
Isabel
28 June 2016 at 6:20 pmAnd another one!! *applause*…keep it up girl
muthonimiricho
28 June 2016 at 6:25 pmAsante girl?
Nyathira
28 June 2016 at 6:44 pmNice … Sounds like an amazing place
muthonimiricho
29 June 2016 at 8:31 amIt is! Thanks for reading ?
Pearl
30 June 2016 at 7:43 pmLovely piece.
muthonimiricho
1 July 2016 at 7:09 pmThanks love?
Makena
1 July 2016 at 1:29 pmYesss!!! #girlmeetsworld?
muthonimiricho
1 July 2016 at 7:09 pm??yaaas! #iamworldworldisme
Lewis Ngunyi
14 July 2016 at 3:36 pmGreat work.
A masterpiece, and a great collection too??
muthonimiricho
15 July 2016 at 8:08 amThank you!
Alasafiri
8 December 2017 at 6:40 pmLovely!!! How comes I’ve never seen this. I should go to tz soon ?
Ivy Miricho
9 December 2017 at 4:10 pmEh definitely…You should. TZ is a must visit
SITI KHOTIJAH
14 January 2020 at 3:22 pmHi Miricho
thank for shared about Rock City, the landscape so nice …. someday I want go there
Ivy Miricho
15 January 2020 at 10:08 amHi Siti, thank you.
When you get the chance do visit Mwanza, it’s a beautiful city with a lot to do.