9 DAYS 8 NIGHTS DAR ES SALAAM CITY, ZANZIBAR ISLAND, BAGAMOYO RUINS AND KILWA HISTORICAL SITE
THE PROPERTIES YOU WILL STAY AT:
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DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 1:
Dar es Salaam City Tour
“The House Of Peace”
Arrive at Julius Kambarage Nyerere International Airport or Railway Station (TAZARA Station), transfer to Dar es Salaam city center for the city tour. The name Dar es Salaam means “The House of Peace” and is an exciting mix of sightseeing, shopping and entertainment this is due to the fact that Dar es Salaam is the largest city in Tanzania reflects a fascinating combination of its rich historical past and its sophisticated contemporary present, this tour of Dar es Salaam will take you to the Clock Towers, Old Boma, Askari Monuments, National Museums, Botanical Garden and Karimjee Hall. Dinner and overstay at the hotel in Dar es Salaam city center.
DAY 2:
Dar es Salaam – Kilwa Kivinje and Kilwa Masoko
Kilwa “One Of The Most Powerful City States On The Swahili Coast”
Early morning pick-up from your hotel, then drive 6 – 7 hours to Kilwa. Our first highlight is Kilwa Kivinje to see the German and Arabic historic buildings before heading to Kilwa Masoko, Kilwa comprises of Kilwa Kivinje, Kilwa Masoko and Kilwa Kisiwani (Island). Settlers from Arabia and the Persian Gulf first introduced Islam into the little ports and fishing villages along the coast when they came to trade. The great majority of immigrants were males who married into local families. In Kilwa one family took control of the trading and gold markets from Zimbabwe. You will check in at the hotel. Afterwards, a relaxing afternoon on the beach. Overnight at the hotel in Kilwa Masoko on half board basis.
DAY 3:
Kilwa Masoko and Kilwa Kisiwani
After breakfast, drive to the ferry where you will catch your boat to Kilwa Kisiwani. At Kilwa Kisiwani, our guide will lead you through Malindi Mosque and Cemetery, Kilwa’s Fort Makutani, and the tombs of the Kilwa Sultans. Afternoon you will back to the ferry, ready to drive back to Kilwa Masoko for lunch, dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 4:
Kilwa – Dar es Salaam – Bagamoyo
After early breakfast drive back to Dar es Salaam for lunch after lunch drive to historic coastal town of Bagamoyo. In the late 18th century, Muslim families settled in Bagamoyo, all of which were relatives of Shamvi la Magimba in Oman. They made their living by enforcing taxes on the native population and by trading in salt, gathered from the Nunge coast north of Bagamoyo. The town is abundant with historical monuments comprising of old Arab and Portuguese architecture further complicated by a wonderful stretch of beach. Overnight at the hotel in Bagamoyo town on half board basis.
DAY 5:
Bagamoyo
“Here I Throw Down My Heart – Desperation Of The Broken Heart”
After breakfast visit Kaole Ruins, Kaole village formerly known as ‘Pumbuji’ is one of the oldest villages that immigrants from Arabic countries choose as they landed on East Africa’s coast. The village has ruins dating back to the 13th Century. It is in this village where Sultan of Oman preferred to settle and construct administrative and military headquarters. Today the ruins made-up of earth and corals and the Kaole Museum tells volumes of stories about Ivory trade, movement of traders, cruel slavery and the living culture of today’s Kaole people majority originating from Asia. After lunch drive to the Old Stone Town, it is surrounded by old buildings of the previous generation, beautiful Arab architecture with thick walls of Earth fitted with well-carved doors made of thick African hardwood. On your walk through narrow streets between Old buildings of Bagamoyo stone town you will visit the German Colonial Administrative block, Art market, Old post office, 1st Tanzania Primary School, Old Mosques, Hanging tower and Caravan Serai Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel in Bagamoyo town on full board basis.
DAY 6:
Bagamoyo – Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar
After early breakfast drive to Julius Kambarage Nyerere International Airport or Azam Seaport, on arrival at Zanzibar Airport or Seaport, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel at Stone Town. Visitors will be able to learn about history of Muslims in Zanzibar this is due to the fact that archeological findings suggest that Islam has been present in the Zanzibar archipelago for more than a millennium. One of the oldest archeological findings are large Friday mosque in Kizimkazi Dimbani Mosque, is one of the oldest Islamic buildings on the East African coast. According to a preserved Kufic inscription, it was built in 1107. After lunch drive to the spice tour, this tour is a walking tour in a spice farm (Shamba). While there, you shall see how the spices, herbs and fruits grow and are cultivated. Your tour guide will describe how the crops can be used. You will be smelling and tasting spices, herbs and tropical fruits such as clove, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon, turmeric, vanilla, coconuts, papaya, chili, black pepper, jackfruit, cardamom, cassava and oranges. Drive back to the stone town for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 7:
Stone Town Tour & Prison Island
“The Spicy Island”
After breakfast, depart to Prison Island where you will be able to see the giant land tortoises and you will have enough time to swim, snorkel and sunbathe. Prison Island has a beautiful beach, clean water, and fascinating history as a yellow fever quarantine station. After lunch our guide will take us to Old Stone Town where by visitors will be able to enjoy narrow streets, where history stands still. It is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will visit Ngome Kongwe (an Arab Fort), Zanzibar’s bustling market, slave market and studded doors and mosques! You will have free time to explore further on your own (shopping) or relax at the beach. You can experience a Swahili life at Forodhani Garden, where you can test different Zanzibar Spice Sea foods. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 8:
Zanzibar – Dar es Salaam
After early breakfast drive to Jozani Forest where uncommon red colobus monkey is found. As you stroll through the forest, you will find the opportunity to see the monkeys very close and find out about the different plants and creatures that call this spot home. After lunch you will have time for shopping. Drive to Zanzibar Airport or Azam seaport to Dar es Salaam. On arrival at Dar es Salaam International Airport or Azam seaport, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel in Dar es Salaam City Center.
DAY 9:
Dar es Salaam Shopping – Transfer to the Airport, Goodbye!
After breakfast drive to Mwenge Woodcarvers Market where it is filled with artisans art work creating beautiful and unique items. Wooden masks are particularly popular, but you will also find treasures in craft shops selling a whole range of goods from fabrics to sandals, beaded necklaces and more. After nine days of your Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Kilwa and Bagamoyo vacation, this day you will take your flight back home. Driver will take you from the hotel based on your flight timings. Hope you end up with a lot of memories and a few souvenirs too.
END OF TOUR
NET COST BASED ON THIS TOUR WILL BE $ 2,290
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Once booking confirmed, terms and conditions will be applied
- We will require 30% of payment as deposit at the time of booking and balance 14 days before arrival
- 0 – 7 days nonrefundable payment
- 8 – 14 days 100% refundable
- Plastic bags are banned in Tanzania
COST INCLUDES
- Meet and greeting services
- Services of experienced English speaking guide
- Transport (transfer, boat and long way transport), accommodation, meals, entrance fees and excursion as specified above
COST EXCLUDES
- Visas, local flights and international flights
- Travel / medical / baggage insurance
- Drinks / laundry (unless specified)
- All items of a personal nature
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