Zanzibar Slave Trade

This is a guided excursion that will take you back to the 16th century when Zanzibar was a commercial empire. The Zanzibar Slave Trade Tour can help tracing you to the points of history where slavery by any means were concerned.

The Activities

Visit Central Market

The tour starts from Kelele Square, walk along the alleys of Stone Town to the house of former trader Tippu Tip. Then proceed to biggest market at Mkunazini (Stone Town) where slaves were cruelty whipped before being auctioned.

Visit Dr. David Livingstone's House

Visit the house of the good slaves friend Dr. David Livingstone who campaigned for the abolition of slavery which marked its end in 1873.

Visit Mangapwani Ruins & Caves

Visit Maruhubi Ruins where 99 necked enslaved women were entertaining the Arab Sultan of Zanzibar (1870-1888) in the luxurious palace. The last stop is at Mangapwani chamber where slaves were kept waiting for monsoon winded boats to fetch them and to be exiled.

Rates for Zanzibar Slave Trade

• Single Supplement: $5.
• Group (5+): 25% Discount.
• Child Rate (6-11): 15% Discount.
• Tanzanians: 15% Discount.