Some 75 kilometres to the north of Dar es Salaam lies Bagamoyo, once the embarkation port for slaves from the hinterland, and later the first German colonial capital. It is a place of considerable significance to world history, both as an entry point for Arab and European missionaries, explorers, and traders in East and Central Africa, and in the history of the infamous slave trade.
The months to visit Bamagoyo is the month of June through October are a great time to visit because this is the dry season when rainfall is almost non-existent. At this time, the skies are clear and the waters of the sea are a stunning sapphire blue with contrasting azure. This is the best time for sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling. If you visit Bagamoyo from March to May, you will experience the tropical monsoons. This is the spell of the long rains while the short rains fall in November and December. January and February are hot, humid months with sporadic showers and lots of sunshine too. June to September are the cooler months Coastal accommodations lower their prices during these two wet seasons.
Bagamoyo is a coastal town and thus it sees a heavier rainfall than other parts of Tanzania. Humidity levels are up and temperatures dependent on your month of travel can be anywhere from the highs of 82 F (28 C) to 93 F (34 C) degrees and lows of from 66 F (19 C) to 75 F (24 C). Whatever the season you choose to go to Bagamoyo with Enclose Africa Safaris, whether it is for a beach holiday or purely a historic vacationing tour of the rural settlement, Bagamoyo has an interesting yet small range of accommodations for you to choose from. Most of the seaside lodges and hotels are located on the north and south areas of Bagamoyo and offer you comfortable places to stay with good value for your money, where you can easily enjoy a comfort and memorable experience in Africa