Bismarck Rock
Bismarck Rock
4.5
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Bismarck Rock is the symbol of Mwanza. Located at the shores of Lake Victoria, visitors can have a rest in the park and enjoy the stunning view of the Rock formation and the Lake. The rock is named after the German chancellor (1871-1890) Otto von Bismarck, still referring to the history of Mwanza founded in the colonial period of "German East Africa".
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Irene L
13 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
This rock is the Icon of Mwanza. Bismarck Rock is a precious balance rock that is located in Lake Victoria where Chancellor Otto Von Bismarck was said to be erected. The viewpoint is nice and must-see when visiting Mwanza
Written 9 November 2022
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Jason F
Rochester, NY11 contributions
Jan 2020
This was a cool area with lots of people. They did charge us a very small entrance fee, I'm not sure what it went towards though. Unfortunately, the water has a large amount of plastic washed to the shore which spoils a little the natural beauty here.
Written 11 February 2020
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CFEIII
Center, TX5,815 contributions
Nov 2020
We saw the Rock from both the land and the water, both remarkable. The whole Port area is pretty cool, the rocks in all parts are worthy of a picture.
Written 22 November 2020
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Rachel
junglemuppet15 contributions
Sept 2019
Bismark rock is fine, but this review is really for Gabriel's boat trip. You meet in the small park in front of Bismark rock and he then takes you in his boat (with staff, with life jackets etc). It's about a three hour trip, including a visit and short tour around the local fish market, a visit to various little islands (you can see caves, lizards, birds etc) and if you're lucky even crocs. It's great to be out on the water on a beautiful day and the boat has shade so you can shelter from the hot sun. Gabriel is a great guide and pointed out things around the lake as we went. His number is +255 769 414 505. We paid 25 USD (converted into Tanzanian shillings at the going rate) for two people. For a full boat load it would be cheaper, but that was great value. Recommended! PS Bismark rock is interesting too.
Written 4 November 2019
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shetlandfi
Shetland202 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
We called along Bismarck Rock yo take some photos and were met by a park attendant who advised us that there was a fee, we were unaware of this however for ease we paid him and were a ble to take some lovely family photos.
The area was kept clean and seems well maintained.
Lovely at sunset too.
The area was kept clean and seems well maintained.
Lovely at sunset too.
Written 9 November 2018
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Brittpikka
Leipzig, Germany25 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
We spent 1.5 hours in the beautiful and very cleaned-up garden, gazing at the incredible Bismarch Rock. Samosas, ice cream and cold drinks are being sold and you can take a rest in the shade, looking at the beautiful lake. Worth the 1000 TSh!
Written 23 August 2018
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Queen F
5 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
The amazing rocks are truly a sight worth seeing. If you are in mwanza just pass by and you won't regret your time. Really enjoyed the experience
Written 1 October 2022
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bismarckboatcruising
Mwanza, Tanzania4 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Nice people's, good view of lake especial sun set, playing ground for the children, to see different types of bird and lizards
Written 9 November 2021
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Izmir, TĂĽrkiye66 contributions
Nov 2019
Two hours on the lake on a lovely not too hot day. Guide was informative and humorous. Very comfortable boat. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip
Written 2 December 2019
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Harrison S. Mollel
Mwanza, Tanzania51 contributions
Jan 2019
Bismarck Rock is the symbol of Mwanza. Located at the shores of Lake Victoria, visitors can have a rest in the park and enjoy the stunning view of the Rock
Written 6 November 2019
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