About this experience
Bagamoyo Historical Stone Town is located on east coast of Tanzania, 75 kilometers northern side of Dar es Salaam. Bagamoyo is one of the most important trading centers on the East African Coast and a famous embarkation port for slaves from the hinterland. When the German colonialists came to East Africa they made Bagamoyo their first German East Africa capital between 1886 and 1891. It is a place of considerable significance to world history, both as an entry point for Arab and European missionaries, explorers, and traders in East and Central Africa, and in the history of the infamous slave trade.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr–8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 7 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Bottled drinking water
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Tip for driver/guide
- Anything not mentioned on inclusive
Itinerary and highlights
Drive from Dar es Salaam to Bagamoyo Historical Town. This will take about 90 minutes from Dar es Salaam. On arrival you will start with visiting Kaole ruins.
Kaole is a small town and archaeological site in Tanzania, located 6 km east of Bagamoyo on the Indian Ocean coast. The area contains old stone ruins dating to a period between the 13th century and the 16th century. The ruins date back to the 13th century and consist of two mosques and 30 tombs. The tombs at Kaole were built from coral stones with stone pillars that marked some of the tombs. A small museum has been established, where some artifacts are exposed that were found in the ruins. Some of these artifacts are Chinese and thus provide evidence of ancient commercial relationships.
After visiting Kaole Ruins you will have a tour in Bagamoyo Old stone town. You will visit all attraction includes Caravanserai, visiting Old Boma which was the First German State House in East Africa, Old Fort, Catholic museum, German customs house, old port in East Africa, the first cross erected by the Missionary on the coast of East Africa, Dr. Livingstone’s church, the fish market and many others places if time permits.
After Bagamoyo Tour you will start driving back to Dar es Salaam.
Arrive late afternoon in Dar es Salaam. On arrival your driver will drop you off at place of your choice.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick all our travelers from their hotel, ferry or airport
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- African Pangolin Safaris
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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