Location: Bagamoyo
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What to do and see in Bagamoyo, Pwani Region: The Best Private Tours
Bagamoyo, Tanzania, is a town founded at the end of the 18th century, though it is an extension of a much older (8th century) settlement, Kaole. It was the capital of German East Africa and was one of the most important trading ports along the East African coast. Now, the town has about 30,000 inhabitants and is the capital of the Bagamoyo District, which was recently considered as a World Heritage Site.
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1. Bagamoyo Historical Tour - Everyday
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Bagamoyo is a magical town fringed with amazing beaches, Mangrove forest, unforgettable historical memories as well as various traditional lifestyle, located just 65kms north of Dar es Salaam on the coast opposite Zanzibar, it was the formal capital of the German East Africa. It derived the name from the word Bwagamoyo means “here I throw down my heart” reflecting the desperation and despair of the “broken heart” captives whose voyage into the unknown world began here. The town was the most important trading center pot of the east central coast of Africa, in the late 19th century its history was influenced by Indian and Arab traders, the German colonial government and by Christian missionaries. The visit will include; First German East Africa State House in East Africa, Old Fort, Kaole Ruins, Catholic Museum, Crocodile Farm, 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, etc.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By kiugpviuz
To anyone, especially coming from Europe or US, Africa can be quite overwhelming. There you’ll need not only a guide and advisor, you’ll need a friend. There are many tour operators one can choose, but if you need someone you can trust, Shaban and Lewa are the guys who will go the extra mile. There are no words, that can describe how serous, flexible and reliable the guys from Dove Adventure were and what a good value for money their services are. One can see, that the commercialized western capitalistic society have not yet corrupted their souls. Smiles and friendly faces were accompanied by the famous “Hakuna Matata” as the answer to any request. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting this interesting place to use the Dove Adventure services for whatever they have in mind.
2. Day Trip To Bagamoyo From Dar Es Salaam ..historical Tour And Relax To The Beach
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Strolling through Bagamoyo’s narrow, unpaved streets takes you back to the mid-19th century, when the town was one of the most important settlements along the East African coast and the terminus of the trade caravan route linking Lake Tanganyika with the sea. Slaves, ivory, salt and copra were unloaded here before being shipped to Zanzibar Island and elsewhere, and many European explorers, including Richard Burton, Henry Morton Stanley and David Livingstone, began and ended their trips here. In 1868 French missionaries established Freedom Village at Bagamoyo as a shelter for ransomed slaves, and for the remainder of the century the town served as a way station for missionaries travelling from Zanzibar Island to the interior.
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
Exclusions: Breakfast
Reviewed By 77chlo_g
We went on a one night two days safari with this company and it was so magical. We got to see so many animals, thanks to our amazing guide, Mariam. Mariam was so full of energy and on a good mood all the time, it was such a pleasure to spend those two days with her. We also had the opportunity to spend some time with Silas, our driver who is also a guide, and he was also so nice and knew everything about the park and the animals. We highly recommend the night game drive which is a complete different atmosphere from the day one and which allowed us to see more animals. Edward, the owner, was so helpful and very responsive via WhatsApp. We never got a problem with organising the trip, even from far away, he helped us book our ferry tickets to Zanzibar and arranged everything from and to Dar es Salaam. This was an incredible experience that we will never forget !! Especially because of the lions that we saw !! Thank you again, Étienne and Chloe
3. Bagamoyo Historic tour "Former Germans Capital"
> No disappointment once booked > It has great places to visit and see > Health and safety is guaranteed
Inclusions: Tour Guide fees, Entry fees/ tickets, Private transportation, Lunch and bottled water
Exclusions: Beers and wines
Reviewed By kassityh
This is my second tour with Mr. Aloys! I took a taxi and met up with him in Bagamoyo. It’s about 2 hours taxi ride north from Dar. It’s an amazing place to visit for a day and to get away from the busy city life in Dar Es Salaam. Bagamoyo has super interesting history that dates back centuries and many archeological sites to visit. If you are interested in the East African slave trade history this place is a must visit for the historical value. Highly recommended. A must visit!
4. 3 Days The Great Ruaha Saadani Wildlife Parks Beach Tanzania holiday
Big game stroll on the beach and drink salty sea water, a unique combination of terrestrial wildlife and marine,flora and fauna,Saadani is one of a kind in Africa were Elephants,Buffalo,Hippo's swim in the ocean!best place to relax and enjoy a honeymoon/holiday. Ruaha National Park is Africa's larges wildlife den,featuring the great Ruaha river and a greatest population of Elephants,hippo,crocodiles,Lesser and Greater Kudus Buffalo,African hunting wild dogs,hyena,warthogs,leopard,cheetah,lion,Zebra,antelopes and a great variety of bird life and much more.A good chance to interact with the African Bushmen that also live in Ruaha..Go hunting with them and learn there ways of living...its simply exiting yet wild! 11;00 Hours,depart from the park for your lunch at Iringa Town on the way back to Dar es salaam.Travelers leaving for home can be driven directly to the Dar International Airport to catch their flights.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast
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Reviewed By jaredsasek
Our adventure was first rate with great soggt seeing amd meals. Very safe and friendly guide. The vehicle was safe and fun
5. Day trip - Explore Bagamoyo Historical Town from Dar es Salaam.
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.
Inclusions: Bottled drinking water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Tip for driver/guide, Anything not mentioned on inclusive
Reviewed By vvrdoljak1
We booked a day tour with African Pangolin Safaris. They were very responsive and organized a tour for us only one day ahead of our inquiry. It was a wonderful experience! Our tour guide and driver was Yunus. He is very knowledgeable of both animals and plants and the Mikumi Park and area in general. The road and traffic from Dar Es Salaam to Mikumi is very busy and crowded and the travel takes some time and effort - Yunus also did that part like a pro, always calm and careful. I wholeheartedly recommend African Pangolin Safaris, great agency and great people!
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