Pemba Island: Chake Chake and Mkama Ndume Guided Tour
ID: GYG1085531-1667210
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore Pemba Island’s history on a guided tour of Chake Chake and Pujini village. Discover colonial landmarks, the Old Fort, and the ruins of a 15th-century fortified town.
Begin your tour in Chake Chake, the island’s vibrant administrative center. Explore colonial-era landmarks like the Old Fort, the bustling town market, and the historic slave port, each revealing layers of Swahili, Arab, and Portuguese influence.
Continue southeast to Pujini village, home to the ruins of a 15th-century fortified town built by the infamous ruler Mkama Ndume, known for his harsh rule and strategic coastal defenses.
Perched on a hill near mangrove creeks, the site offers dramatic views and haunting stories of power, piracy, and resistance before the arrival of the Portuguese.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Pemba Island
- Explore the vibrant town of Chake Chake and its colonial-era landmarks
- Visit the ruins of a 15th-century fortified town in Pujini village
- Learn about the infamous ruler Mkama Ndume and his strategic defenses
- Enjoy dramatic views and haunting stories of power, piracy, and resistance
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Visit to Chake Chake's colonial-era landmarks
- Exploration of the Old Fort
- Visit to the bustling town market
- Tour of the historic slave port
- Visit to Pujini village
- Exploration of the ruins of a 15th-century fortified town
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from Pemba Island
- Meals and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
