4-Days Enjoy Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara

Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara

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$1155.00

Overview

Discover the ancient wonders of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, UNESCO World Heritage Sites once thriving as East Africa’s key trading ports linked to the Mwanamutapa Kingdom (Zimbabwe).

Explore majestic ruins, old forts, bustling local markets, and coral stone structures. Experience the natural beauty of hippo splash zones and visit traditional salt farms for a glimpse into local heritage and coastal life.

Tour Plan

Day 1 Dar es salaam to kilwa

Depart from Dar es Salaam to Kilwa Masoko. Upon arrival, relax with an evening at the beach and check in at Kilwa Pakaya Hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Welcome to Kilwa Pakaya Hotel – your “home away from home” in Kilwa Masoko. The hotel is dedicated to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, which is why many guests return time and again. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free internet access.

Discover Kilwa – a hidden paradise for diving lovers and a gateway to some of East Africa’s most remarkable historical sites. Kilwa's origins trace back to the 9th century, and it flourished as a major commercial center from the 9th to the 16th century. Today, Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara stand as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, showcasing the region’s rich Swahili history, ancient coral stone architecture, and unique coastal culture.

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Day 2-3 Enjoy kilwa masoko and kisiwani

After breakfast, relax on the beach or choose an optional visit to the Kilwa Ruins. Return to Kilwa Pakaya Hotel for meals and overnight stay.

Optional Tour – Cultural & Nature Experience

Start by exploring the Kilwa Ruins, where you’ll see a mix of German, Indian, English, and Arabic architecture, along with the slave market, prison, and loading bay. Continue to the Old Port and visit the slave hanging tree, used during German colonial times. Then, head to the hippo pool for a lively welcome by the hippos' splashes. Enjoy a canoe ride, try traditional fishing, and take in breathtaking views of the ruins from the ocean. Paddle through mangrove forests and spot kingfishers and other bird species. End the tour with a visit to a salt farm to learn how locals harvest salt from the Indian Ocean. Finish your half-day tour with a delicious local seafood lunch.

Day 4 Kilwa to dar es salaam

After breakfast in Kilwa Pakaya Hotel, you will drive back to Dar with packed lunch. Drop off at your Hotel or International Airport back home.