Overview
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10 hours
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Bagamoyo, is a coastal town founded at the end of the 18th century, though it is an extension of a much older (8th century) Swahili settlement, Kaole. It was chosen as the capital of German East Africa by the German colonial administration and it became one of the most important trading ports for the Germans along the East African coast along the west of the Indian Ocean in the late 19th and early 20th century
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the Minimum age of Drinking is 18 Years and Older
What To Expect
Bagamoyo
the magnificent ancient city of Bagamoyo tells of a rich African History both pre and pro colonial era, the unique architecture and immense coastal culture
Bagamoyo Museum
the Bagamoyo Museum Houses the most prolific ancient slave trade history and the history of the ancient capital city of east Africa
Options
Ancient Bagamoyo City Day Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Lunch
tips & Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bagamoyo
phytostemcella,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Another coastal city with our team and this time we learnt more about slavery and the rich ancient city of bagamoyo, the local food was something we wont forget, we recommend
Good Dar es salaam
nabeelf2026,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bagamoyo a renowned ancient city and our operaor told us this wasnt something to miss, my girlfriend actually cried with the knowledge of pre colonialism and post colonialism about Tanzania, we had fun
The bagamoyo
reginaldp567,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time my kids really enjoyed themselves yvonne was the best. Operator and our guide was knowledgeable. Thank you team
Best tour
526noreens,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was exceptionally great, the guide and the whole enroute staff were the best and treated us with great care, I had immense fun
Bagamoyo was worth it
j0sefun,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An actual tour worth experiencing the coast and true pre and post colonial experience, the old churches and the whole slave trade experience was worth every bit of a try, we loved it and we enjoyed, we highly recommend
True experience
579leyw,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wondering where and what we would do in dar es salaam, we went online and found this amazing team and they gave us an experience never to be forgotten as we learnt alot about the pre colonial Tanzania and the whole experience gave us alot of sense about how Africa was and we greatly enyoyed the food, our guide Me cathbert was great
Bagamoyo at Best
mndemer,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On sharing and learning the rich history of Tanzania we had a really good time of pre colonial rule in Tanzania, the food and culture was incredible, we recommend Enroute Africa
Best of African history
403husseind,Mar 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went for the bagamoyo cultural tour and i mst aay it was learning of theafrican culture and way of life and the ancient history of the famed early coastal city, the driver understood the history and ways of life of the pre colonial time and post colonial time. The sea food was incredible
Best tour in Tanzania
Venture801656,Aug 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you enroute and team I and my husband had an incredible time together,our guide Mr Erick was both friendly and professional
Great tour
Seaside22345927736,Jul 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I and my husband been planning a trip for quite a while and i must say our operator miss Abby was quite welcoming and very professional we trully are happy, Regards Thank you..
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