Zanzibar Islands

Itinerary

• Day 1 City Tour/Stone Town Tour, Prison Island + Nakupenda Island

  City / Stone Town Tour
  
  This introductory guided tour of Zanzibar, provides living evidence of a rich cultural heritage, where Arabs, Indians, Persians and Europeans influence blended with local African tradition. Historic buildings with elaborately carved wooden doors shaded by balconies, loggias and verandas line the narrow winding alleys. Visit to The Central Fresh Market, Former Slave Market(Dungeons, Sculptures and the Church) Old German Consulate, The Africa House (former English Gentlemen Club), Tip-Tip House, Old British Consulate, Orphanage Home, Old Fort, Forodhani Garden, The House of Wonders, Sultan Palace (Museum),Custom House, Old Dispensary, Old Harbor, etc. Takes 3hrs
  
  Prison/Tortoises Island
  
  It's about a 30 minute crossing from Stone town to the North west. The Island has an amazing scenario for the photographers, watching the giant/baby tortoises as well as visiting the Prison – building which was planned to become a prison but did not work out in ancient time. Includes entree fee, boat, picnic lunch, snorkeling gears (in case clients like to snorkel) A half day.
  
  Nakupenda Island
  
  Nakupenda Sandbank features one of the best beaches making it an ideal relaxing place for beach lovers. Enjoy the refreshing breeze from the Indian Ocean, grab for yourself some fresh sea foods and have lots of fun. Nakupenda Island is one of the best places in East Africa to enjoy snorkeling adventures. It is a magical experience which draws you close to the diversity of marine species.

  • Dinner and Overnight at 3 star or 4 star Hotel at Stone Town
• Day 2 Safari Blue

  After breakfast drive all the way south west of the Island to the fishing village of Fumba. Briefing on the day’s excursion - you will then board the dhows and set off searching the Dolphins (85% chances). The species frequently found at Menai Bay are Spinner and Bottlenose dolphins. Swim with them as long as they stay close to the boat. You will then go on to one of the selected snorkeling areas, while accompanied by a snorkeling guide to show you points of interest and to assist the beginners. You will then ride onto another island or sandbank for lunch. Lunch is a traditional Zanzibar meal and typically includes a selection of BBQ fish, rice, lentils and fish curry. Mineral water and bottled soft drinks are available throughout the day. You will spend the remainder of the afternoon, relaxing, swimming or snorkeling. Return to Fumba by sail, if winds permit; setting off around 15h30 in your minivans7 and transferring back to your hotel.

  • Dinner and Overnight at 3 star or 4 star Hotel at Stone Town
• Day 3 Spice Farm

  We prefer the Government spice farm; drop off for a walk from plot to plots which grow/plant spices, fruits and some veggies. (Dig, pick, taste and smell some roots, leaves, fruits and barks of different spices) then guess exactly what you see, sense and experience. Drinking of tea follows such as masala, lemongrass and vanilla all these come with sweet Zanzibar peanut brittles. Watching a coconut climber is an ingredient of a tour (Drink some young coconuts n tasting all seasonal fruits. It takes 3 hours.
  
  

  • Dinner and Overnight at 3 star or 4 star Hotel at MATEMWE.
• Day 4 Jozani Forest Red (colobus monkeys)

  It takes 35 minutes for a car drive heading down South/East of the Island. Visiting the rainforest, walk on the mangrove swamp bridge for a chance to hear lots about the species of mangroves available, seeing the red colobus monkeys which are endemic to this Island. It’s all about flora and fauna. Takes 3hrs.
  
  Dolphin Tour (Trip) + Snorkeling At Mnemba:
  
  Heading up north seventy minutes maximum for a car drive from the Stone town. It includes transfers, boat, swimming gears, meal and marine conservation fees. We also recommend clients from Stone town leaving at six. As the late departure the less chance to see the dolphins cause the water temperature will become warmer. Not only that but also the boat's increments cause the dolphins' scare so it is not very comfortable for both sides. Great snorkeling is done along the Atoll where you can see beautiful corals and countless species of fishes such as angel ones, zebras, lions, saladins, trumpets etc. It’s a half day trip, seafood platter served with chips and rice plus coconut curry.

  • Dinner and Overnight at 3 star or 4 star Hotel at MATEMWE.
• Day 5 See Weed Farm + Natural Aquarium & Sunset Cruise

  Seaweed Farm and Processing Centre.
  
  With the gift of Nature you will have an opportunity to visit Seaweed farm where by wWomen dedicate their life to harvest them as the Natural Algae provides Much benefit to human beings. At Pwani Mchangani or Paje this is a secluded village with African women in their traditional Swahili dress, harvesting seaweeds in the Indian Ocean waters. Gain insights from the seaweed farms and processing center, and learn the process of transforming the organic algae with natural African ingredients into desirable and unique beauty products.
  
  Natural Aquarium
  
  You will have an opportunity to swim with the sea Turtles like wise to feed them and to pet.
  
  Sunset Cruise or Booze Cruise
  
  Either sunset cruise or booze Cruise can be done depends on type of pax on board

  • Dinner and Overnight at a 3 star or 4 star Hotel at Matemwe Hotel At The Beach.