Zanzibar: Old Bubu Railway Guided Tour
ID: GYG1123802-1724894
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País: Tanzania
Duración:
03:00 horas
Descripción
Travel through time on a guided tour of the Old Bubu Railway in Zanzibar. Explore the remains of the railway, hear stories from locals, and enjoy a scenic walk through the countryside.
Travel through time on the Zanzibar Old Bubu Railway Tour, an unforgettable historical journey that uncovers one of the island’s most fascinating but little-known heritage sites.
This guided tour takes you along the old railway route once known as the Bubu Railway, built in the early 1900s to transport goods and passengers across the island.
Your guide will share captivating stories about how the railway connected villages, supported the clove trade, and symbolized the modernization of Zanzibar during the British colonial era. Explore the remains of old tracks, bridges, and station sites — now overgrown by nature but still whispering tales of the past.
Along the way, meet local elders who recall memories of when the “Bubu train” brought excitement to rural life, and enjoy a scenic walk through the countryside where the railway once ran.
The tour blends history, storytelling, and local interaction, giving visitors a rare glimpse into Zanzibar’s transportation and cultural evolution.
Lo más destacado
- Step back in time and explore the remains of the Old Bubu Railway
- Learn about the railway's role in Zanzibar's modernization
- Hear stories from local elders who remember the "Bubu train"
- Enjoy a scenic walk through the countryside where the railway once ran
- Discover the history of the railway and its impact on the island
Lenguajes de guiado
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Be prepared for a scenic walk through the countryside
INCLUIDO
- Guided tour along the old Bubu Railway route
- Stories about the railway's history and impact
- Exploration of old tracks, bridges, and station sites
- Interaction with local elders
NO INCLUYE
- Transportation to the starting point
- Meals and drinks
¿Cuándo debo reservar?
Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.
Cancelaciones
Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.
