Excursion Historic bagamoyo tour at Dar es Salaam

Cruise line: Silversea
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Significant historical associations have made Bagamoyo an interesting place to visit. Due to its location as a mainland port close to Zanzibar, Bagamoyo developed as a centre for caravans and trade in slaves and ivory. In addition, it was the terminus of the missionaries and the site of the first Roman Catholic Church in Tanzania. The body of famed explorer David Livingstone was brought here in 1874, after which it was carried for hundreds of miles from the interior. Renowned European explorers such as Speke, Burton, Stanley, Peters and Emin Pascha all visited Bagamoyo at one time or another.

Kaole Ruins

Depart the pier with the approximate 1-hour drive north. Make a stop at the Kaole Ruins to see the remains of mosques and tombs thought to have been in use between the 3rd and 4th centuries.

Lunch

From here, continue your drive to Bagamoyo, and proceed to the Travellers Lodge where a buffet lunch will be served. One hour for lunch, and another extra one hour for leisure and enjoy beach. Swimming is allowed but is subject to tide on particular day.

Holy Ghost Mission

After your lunch, next stop is the Holy Ghost Mission Complex, which consists of several buildings including the First Church which was established in 1872, the Father's House, the Mission Museum and the New Church, constructed from coral bricks in the early 1900's. David Livingstone's body was also brought here

Old Fort Photo Stop

At the conclusion of your visit, begin the return journey to Dar Es Salaam en-route you will pass the Old Fort, for a short photo stop. Dating from around 1860, the initial purpose of the Old Fort was to hold slaves until they could be shipped to Zanzibar. With its three stories, buttresses and battlements, it is quite an impressive sight. The building was used as a police post until 1992.

Your tour concludes at the pier to re-join the ship.

The climate is extremely hot & humid, therefore a risk of dehydration - guests are encouraged to drink plenty of water.

Please Note: This tour requires a moderate amount of activity with approximately 85 metres (279 feet) of walking and some extended periods standing during demonstrations and sightseeing. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. The distance to Bagamoyo is 45 miles (72 kilometres), approximately 1.5 hours drive each way. Guests must be aware that equipment and guides may not be up to Western standards but are the best available in this particular area; air conditioning in tour vehicles cannot be guaranteed. There are no restrooms available until arrival at Bagamoyo. We recommend comfortable shoes, light layered clothing, sun hats, sun glasses and sun lotion. Also take along swimsuits and beach towels for optional swimming (depending on tides & time). Photography is not permitted in the museum unless payment is made. The fees vary for each museum and for camera size.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Kaole Ruins, Lunch & Local Traditional Dance Show, Holy Ghost Mission, Old Fort Photo Stop

Note

This tour requires a moderate amount of activity with approximately 85 metres (279 feet) of walking and some extended periods standing during demonstrations and sightseeing. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. The distance to Bagamoyo is 45 miles (72 kilometres), approximately 1.5 hours drive each way. Air-conditioning in tour vehicles cannot be guaranteed. There are no restrooms available until arrival at Bagamoyo. We recommend comfortable shoes, light layered clothing, sun hats, sun glasses and sun lotion. Also take along swimsuits and beach towels for optional swimming (depending on tides & time). Photography is not permitted in the museum unless payment is made. The fees vary for each museum and for camera size.