Zanzibar: Old Bubu Railway Guided Tour
ID: GYG1123802-1724894
Categoria:
Paese: Tanzania
Durata:
03:00 ore
Descrizione
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.
Punti salienti
- 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
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Be prepared for a scenic walk through the countryside
INCLUSO
- 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
NON INCLUSO
- Transportation to the starting point
- Meals and drinks
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
