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Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Ruins of Songo Mnara
Kilwa, Tanzania
About
The remains of two great East African ports admired by early European explorers are situated on two small islands near the coast. From the 13th to the 16th century, the merchants of Kilwa dealt in gold, silver, pearls, perfumes, Arabian crockery, Persian earthenware and Chinese porcelain; much of the trade in the Indian Ocean thus passed through their hands.
Supporting source: Legacy import provenance
Plan your visit
Hours
- · The previous TANAPA source does not fit this cultural/antiquities site.
- · Boat timing, tide/weather, guide, and local permit arrangements can affect access.
Admission
A site/permit/guide/boat cost is likely, but a current official public visitor fee schedule was not found. The previous TANAPA source was not appropriate for this Antiquities/World Heritage cultural site.
Booking
Booking recommended
When to go
- Time of day: Morning
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
Good to know
- Guide recommended
- Permit required