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Zanzibar Holidays, Zanzibar Beach Tours
Zanzibar Beach Tours, Zanzibar Beach Tours, Safaris in
Zanzibar, Zanzibar Stone Town
EXCURSIONS IN ZANZIBAR
Stone Town Tour
The city of Zanzibar is often referred to as Stone Town
because of the coral stone used in the construction of many
of the older buildings found along the narrow alleys ways.
No visits to this exciting island is complete without a tour
of this historic town. The three hour guided tour includes
the city market, a century old Anglican Church of Christ,
built on the site of the notorious slave trade in 1874; and
some of the rooms where slaves were stashed before their
sale. The tour also include the National Museum, Forodhani
Gardens, the Arab Fort (circa 1700) and some interesting
shops found along the narrow streets and walkways. The tour
ends at Livingstone.
Stone Town
Evening Stone Town Tour
As a rainbow of colors bounce off the Indian Ocean whilst
the sun sinks into the west, the city of Zanzibar comes
alive with the call to prayer from the dozens of mosques.
Your guide takes you for a leisurely walk through the narrow
streets where you will encounter a variety of cultures in
the many shops that come to life in the cool of the night.
Jozani Forest
After a drive of half an hour from the city center, spend
about two hours walking through the nature trails of this
tropical rain forest. The guide will point out some of the
interesting vegetation, birds and smaller animals seen along
the route.
Prison Island
For a relaxing break from the city, take a native dhow to
Changu Island, nicknamed Prison Island because of its use by
Arab Slave traders for the confinement of slaves. A side
from the 1893 built garrison that still stands, there are
giant tortoise on the island. Take this opportunity to swim,
snorkel and sun bathe. A full day trip with lunch can also
be arranged.
Mangapwani Beach and Slave Caves
Arriving by vehicle for lunch, a new facility operated by
Serena Hotels provides a tasty lunch under thatched roof
overlooking the private cove below. After lunch, stroll
along the nature trail to the caves once used by slaves to
fetch fresh water for their captors, view local crafts, swim
or relax on the sandy beach. Late afternoon transfer back to
your hotel.
Spice Garden Tour
This guided tour begins at the Kibweni Palace (Sultan’s Rest
House) to view the Persian Baths built in 1850. then on to
Kizimbani to visit the spice plantations where there are a
variety of spices such as Cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper,
nutmeg and naturally cloves. You will also come cross rare
plants such as the henna bush, perfume tree and lipstick
tree.
North Coast Beach
Transfer to the white sands of Nungwi where you have the day
to swim and relax. Lunch is included from a nearby hotel.
Visit a craftsman who constructs local dhows.
East Coast Beach
En route is the opportunity to view Dunga Palace Ruins, the
last African palace built before the 18th Century rule by
Omani Arabs. At the beach in Pongwe, swim, snorkel or just
sun bathe. Includes a picnic lunch. |
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