Pangani Swahili Coast

Welcome to Pangani

"A unique blend of tropics, history, coastal life and culture"

Pangani Monuments currently used as district offices
Welcome to the historical town of Pangani, the land of Swahili culture, where Arab and colonial tradition blends with modern hospitality. The town is filled with fascinating, rich culture and tradition lasting over one thousand years. It is the perfect gateway to Saadani National Park, the only Tanzania National Park located at the coast.

Pangani from the opposite side of the river
Take time to meet the warm hearted people and experience their daily life. Travel along the coast of pristine beaches, coral reefs, and the great diversity of marine life. Spend a day with leisurely walks, lazy days sunbathing on the beaches, or visit the nearby mangrove and coconut groves.

Local people

ACTIVITIES

  Walking tour to historical buildings

Discover the cultural heritage of Pangani by exploring ruins and monuments, the historical river front, the Asian quarters, India Street, the German post office and custom House, the slave market, the British Hospital and German cemetery. The architecture of Pangani reflects the influence of the Arab, Asian, German, and British historical presence in East Africa. Two hours and thirty minutes package.

Pangani in 1987

Fishing with the local fishermen

For centuries, Pangani fishermen navigated through the Indian Ocean. Enjoy day fishing in a traditional dhow. This is six hours tour.

Local fishermen

Cycle to the silver sand beaches of Ushongo

Cross the Pangani River and pedal south for sunbathing, swimming or enjoy the sumptuous cuisine in one of the beach hotels. The entire tour cost Nine hours.

Indian Ocean beach pangani

Pangani river cruise

Take a relaxing trip up the Pangani River whose water originated from Kilimanjaro. Float through dense coconut groves and diverse mangrove forests, discover the varied flora and fauna and perhaps glimpse a crocodile. Trip takes almost Four hours.

Swahili home visit

Spend time with a Swahili family and sample local cuisine using traditional ingredients, seasoned with exotic herbs and spices. For women, wear a khanga and get your hands and feet decorated with henna. Men can sport a traditional garment, called Msuli and the cup on your head, the kofia.

 Inside the village

Boat trip to Maziwe Island Marine Reserve

Sunbathe, snorkel, or dive, see the colorful corals, tropical fish, birds and sea turtles. Seven hours tour.

Coconut Transportation

Safari to Saadani National Park

You can arrange a safari to this unique park which contains marine resources where the bush meets beach.

Pangani beach

Dhow trip to Zanzibar

Take the short cut to the spice island with experienced captains; be on the lookout for whales and dolphins. Four hours to Zanzibar Island.

With My Collegue in Tingatinga Pangani beach and camp site May, 2012

Local guides

-Pangani Coastal Cultural Tourism Programme

-The Pangani Tourist Information Centre

Luxurious lodging facilities

Getting there

Pangani is located 47km South of Tanga and 42km south- east of Muheza. The area is accessible by daily flights from Arusha, Dar es Salaamand Zanzibaralso boats and buses but we make it comfortable with Safari cars.

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