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Ilala to Bagamoyo

Updated: March 14, 2024 02:35 PM
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Ilala to Bagamoyo

Language

The official language of Tanzania is Swahili. However, English is also widely spoken, especially in tourist areas like Bagamoyo.

Currency

The Tanzanian shilling (TZS) is the official currency of Tanzania. You can exchange currency at banks, hotels, and currency exchange bureaus.

Distance

The distance from Ilala to Bagamoyo is approximately 75 kilometers (47 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Ilala to Bagamoyo:

  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate between Ilala and Bagamoyo. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and costs around 5,000 TZS.
  • By car: You can also rent a car and drive to Bagamoyo. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By taxi: Taxis are available from Ilala to Bagamoyo. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs around 50,000 TZS.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Ilala to Bagamoyo will vary depending on your mode of transportation and budget. However, here are some general estimates:

  • Bus: 5,000 TZS
  • Car rental: 30,000 TZS per day
  • Taxi: 50,000 TZS

Best time to go

The best time to visit Bagamoyo is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. During this time, the weather is warm and sunny, and there is less chance of rain.

What to Eat

There are several great places to eat in Bagamoyo. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • The Slipway: This restaurant is located on the waterfront and offers a variety of seafood dishes.
  • The Boma: This restaurant serves traditional Tanzanian cuisine.
  • The Curry Woods: This restaurant serves Indian cuisine.

Where to Go

There are several things to see and do in Bagamoyo. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • The Kaole Ruins: These ruins are the remains of a 13th-century Swahili town.
  • The Bagamoyo Museum: This museum tells the story of Bagamoyo's history.
  • The Slipway Market: This market is a great place to buy souvenirs.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Ilala to Bagamoyo:

  • How long does it take to get from Ilala to Bagamoyo? The journey takes approximately 2 hours by bus, 1 hour and 30 minutes by car, and 1 hour and 30 minutes by taxi.
  • How much does it cost to get from Ilala to Bagamoyo? The cost of traveling from Ilala to Bagamoyo will vary depending on your mode of transportation and budget. However, here are some general estimates: Bus: 5,000 TZS, Car rental: 30,000 TZS per day, Taxi: 50,000 TZS.
  • What is the best time to visit Bagamoyo? The best time to visit Bagamoyo is during the dry season, which runs from June to October.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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