Pangani (coastal town)

-
Situated about 50 km south of Tanga close to Amani Natural reserve and north of Saadani, is a delightful village rich with historical sites and structures that reflects an influence of the Arabs, Germans, Indians and British in East Africa.

Its mosque, ancient Arab buildings,Beautiful coral reefs that harbor great diversity of tropical marine life and a six km palm fringed sandy bay are mostly amazing. Birthplace of Tanzania’s sisal industry and once the major port for the export of slaves and ivory.

Activities designed for visitors to experience the beauty and historical culture of Pangani includes;

Historical walking tours leads you through numerous historical monuments, buildings and ruins, Visit the BOMA(British Overseas Management Administration), Slave market, British hospital, slave prison ruins and ruins of Asians houses.

Cycle to the German fort through Mwera sisal Estates, Kikokwe, the first place where sisal was introduced in Africa by Dr. Richard Hindroph. Other cycling tour option are to Mkoma to see the Pemba channel, Mwanaunguja corals,Bombarded German warship and caves, or to the beaches of Ushongo.

Take a cruise down the Pangani river. Going along stunning scenery of never ending coconut plantations and watch colourful birdlife.

Take a boat trip to Maziwe Marine Park island for sun bathing, snorkeling and watching dolphins.

Home stays, fishing with local fishermen or Home stay with swahili family, enjoy their food dress traditional,having your hair pleated and hands,feet painted in swahili style.

A boat trip to Zanzibar on a local boat or An Agricultural tour leading you to the sisal estates and factories,Visiting the German tower overlooking pemba channel at kikokwe escarpment.

Tour from town along the Funguni beach up to Mkoma to see oceanic rital caves,Visit Mwanaunguja corals and the forma area of the first port Bandari Shehe, On the way back see one of the first settlement areas on Boza escarpment and at night visit local disco and dance hall.

How to reach there:

Pangani can be reached via Muheza(42 km) or from Tanga (47 km)There are several daily buses departing from Tanga to Pangani and takes about two hours.Flights schedules from Dar es salaam,Arusha,Pemba,Zanzibar to Tanga.

There are several beautiful Resorts and hotels/ lodges to stay includingMKOMA BAY BEACH CRAB RESORT PEPONI MULLERS MOUNTAIN LODGE.

More information about planning to visit,Need any advice dont hesitate to ask us.Just drop us email.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Arusha city 'Geneva of Africa'

-
Image
Arusha is the city in Northern Tanzania.Nestled at the base of Mount Meru,is the third largest city in Tanzania known as ‘Geneva of Africa’ and the safaris gateway to some Africa's most famous landscapes and natural famous attractions such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater Lake Manyara, Olduvai Gorge, Tarangire National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro and its own Arusha national park,With population of more than 1.2 million, the Arusha city is more than just a stopover on the way to and from safari adventures.One of the fastest growing cities in Tanzania and the best tourist destination in East Africa and a haven for mountain climbers,hikers with Mount Kilimanjaro,Mount meru and ngorongoro crater highlands just waiting to be explored. With comfortable hotels, a wide array of international restaurants and a few sites of its own, the city is a welcome oasis of tranquility and affordable accommodations with charming friendly people. Arusha is the popular stating point for tourist
Read more

Serengeti National Park(Endless Plain)

-
Image
The name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word “Siringet” referring to an “endless plains” As you stand on the southern grass plains, you experience thi vastness, and can witness one of the greatest concentrations of plain animals left on earth.The plains were formed 3-4 million years ago when ash blown from volcanoes in the ngorongoro highlands covered the rolling landscape. This thick layers of ash preserved traces of early man and established the rich soil which supports the southern grass plains. From this early beginning, man and wildlife have shared this magical place Serengeti is the world’s best game sanctuary,lies in northern Tanzania between Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the shores of Lake Natron, and extends southwards from the northern frontier to the periphery of Lake Eyasi. With an area of 14,763 sq km,its ecosystem extends beyond the park boundaries to include sections of ngorongoro conservation area(Ndutu Plains)and the adjacent game reserves.The entire ecosystem ma
Read more

Festivals Zanzibar (tradition and culture)

-
Image
Islands of Zanzibar and Pemba have a wealth of tradition and culture much of which is recognised by numerous annual festivals and celebrations. EID EL FITR This is the three days festival that follows the end of Ramadan when eating drinking and smoking is prohibited during daylight hours. Because the date is dependent on the Islamic calendar , the dates of both Ramadan and therefore Eid vary by as much as 11 days each year. FESTIVAL OF THE DHOW COUNTRIES Established in 1997 the Festival of the Dhow Countries is the highlight of Zanzibar’s artisti and cultural calendar . A two week event held every July , the festival features craftwork , dance , music , painting , photography , sculpture , theatre , and film from the dhow countries of East , North East and Southern Africa , the Gulf States , India , Iran , Pakistan , and the islands of the Indian Ocean . The main venue for the festival is the open air theatre at the Old Fort but events also take place at the Palace Museum , Hous
Read more