-Ancient beauty and a sea of jewels!
Kilwa -“Amongst the most beautiful of cities, and the most elegantly built.”- Battuta, 1331- once ruled by Sultan Al Hassan ibn Suleiman, is a fascinating insight into the world of the Ancient. More so Kilwa has the most exotic & mysterious marine life ever seen on east african shores inhabiting the indian ocean. Pongo safaris caters for both adventurous & luxurious safaris along the coastal region of Kilwa, by facilitating your excursion and securing your accommodation of choice at Kilwa. Below are brief details on the city and the activities you may indulge in at Kilwa during your exotic coastal safari along the coastal regions of Tanzania.
Brief:
Kilwa
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Terrestrial: Coast (Mainland, Tanzania) / Island
Area: .sq.km
Location: 8° 57′ 28″ S, 39° 31′ 22″ E
Altitude: 0 - ±100m asl
Distance: 40min Flight From Dar Es Salaam
Bast time to visit:
Major attractions:
Famous for the UNESCO world heritage “Kilwa Ruins”; Clear
blue waters full of life; White sandy beaches; Birdlife in the
Mangroves; Hippos.
Activities:
-Swimming
- Snorkeling
- Scuba Diving
- Boat rides in the mangroves and up to a river with
resident hippos
- Sport fishing (trolling, popping, deep jigging)
- Guided Tour of the Kilwa Ruins,
Ruaha - Mikumi - Udzungwa - Selous - Zanzibar - Mafia - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam - Kilwa