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Tongoni Historical Ruins-From Tanga City (Oldest Fishing Village)

About this experience

Tongoni ruins are one of the most famous ruins in the history of Shirazi people who once lived on the Indian Ocean coast of East Africa. As the old buildings speak, this is one of the first Shiraz settlements with everything that can depict their culture including old graves waiting you to explore. Beyond the ruins, take a fishing village cultural walk; this will give you an opportunity to meet descendants of those who lived in the ruins.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
  • Private experience

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Tongoni Historical Ruins-From Tanga City (Oldest Fishing Village)
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr–6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), English (written information)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr–6 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

  • All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary and highlights

Tongoni ruins are one of the most famous ruins in the history of Shirazi people who once lived on the Indian Ocean coast of East Africa. As the old buildings speak, this is one of the first Shiraz settlements with everything that can depict their culture including old graves waiting you to explore. Beyond the ruins, take a fishing village cultural walk; this will give you an opportunity to meet descendants of those who lived in the ruins.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will pick our clients in any hotels within Tanga City.Out of Tanga City terms and conditions will apply

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Livan Cultural Tourism Enterprise-Tanzania

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr–6 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We will pick our clients in any hotels within Tanga City.Out of Tanga City terms and conditions will apply
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), English (written information).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–13; Youth tickets: age 14–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 46+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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