Cycling is a fun way to explore Bagamoyo, where you can immerse yourself in the rich history of this former German-era capital. Passing along the roads had just shown us how much this area was affected by various cultures with all those exotic-styled buildings.
Getting to the Kaole Ruins is enjoyable, with incredible scenes overlooking the Indian Ocean. In ruins, we had a glimpse of the traditions of this old trade centre, including one of the oldest mosques in midland Tanzania.
After the Ruins, the route leading to the Catholic Museum gave a different feeling, as if we had entered a completely different world. Don’t forget to pay yourself a visit to the museum to learn more about Bagamoyo’s history.
The Art Market and a nearby beach were the fantastic add-ons to this trip, where we experienced the true beauty and colours of African art and interacted with the local people. We even joined in their singing on the beach. The warm welcome received had indeed made our day.
There is a lot to see on this trip; don’t miss your chance to go, and you won’t regret it.
“Despite the bikes looking old – they were very safe and easy to ride. It was a very informative trip, and we saw so much in just one day – I completely enjoyed myself.”
“I am tall, so the bike didn’t fit me. It wasn’t a problem, but it was quite funny. The trip was very informative with rich history and had a lot of great scenery, which I enjoyed a lot”
By: Jade Lam
