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Besides of the below day tours that we can organise for you
in combination with our packages, we can rent you 4x4
Prado Landcruisers (7 seater), Minibus Toyota
Hiace (8 seater) and Motorbike Honda 250XLR,
if you want to explore the islands for yourself... just ask
us for the rates.
Furthermore we offer a range of last minute Safaris, please
see here: Last-minute
Safaris Tanzania
For PADI Scuba diving packages please click here:
Zanzibar diving
The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete
without the cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper, safran and many
other spices which brought the Sultans of Oman. They can be
visited in the private plantations just outside Zanzibar town,
and our tour includes opportunities to dazzle the senses with
fresh spices. We
have developed a special Spice Tour with in depth information
not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and
a detailed
description about their traditional
uses in medicine cosmetics and cooking.
After the tour we invite for an opulent lunch at our guides'
home, where you can taste the spices and fruits. The
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This tour takes you through fabled Stone
Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to
the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace),
Dr Livingston's House and the Arab Fort amongst others, it
is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will
see Zanzibar's bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately
carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques!
Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs
and handicrafts to choose from. A
guided walk through this colourful and alternating city with
tour guide Jumma, who knows funny, but also cruel stories
to tell about life of the old times in Stonetown. Back
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Situated on the southern point of the island,
Kizimkazi fishing village is home to several schools of bottle-nosed
dolphins and Humpback dolphins, which can often be sighted
following a short boat trip from the village. If you are lucky,
you may be able to swim quite close to the dolphins, which
can be a very rewarding experience. We are doing this trip
in the afternoon to avoid the crowds of tourists in the morning,
which in big numbers disturbing the dolphins. Kizimkazi is
also the site of a 12th century mosque, the earliest evidence
of Islam in East Africa, and is thus worth a visit for both
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PRISON
ISLAND BOAT TRIP
Earning its name as a former prison for slaves
and a quarantine station for Zanzibar and the mainland nowadays
the island gives you the chance to escape for some peace and
quiet. The island lies just off the Old Stone Town and is
home to giant tortoises that were imported from the Seychelles
in the late 19th century. It is fringed with a beautiful coral
reef, ideal for snorkeling, and has a lovely white beach for
sunbathing. The island is ideal for a day trip with refreshments
available throughout the day. It also has a small restaurant
where you can enjoy freshly caught fish. Back
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The
Jozani Forest is the home of the red colobus monkey, a rare
species found only in Zanzibar. These monkeys are
full of character, and roam freely.
But Jozani is also home to other species including
Sykes monkey's, small buck, chameleon and bush pigs. The elusive
Zanzibar leopard (last sited several years ago) is said to
feed here at night - perhaps this is why the reserve is only
open during the day?! Jozani has an excellent nature trail
and the guides are well trained and informative.
A walk through this impressive flora and fauna is one of the
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This very special boat trip starts directly from the hotel;
we are heading to the small islands, Miwi and Nianembe or
Kwale in the protected Menai Bay. From the sailing boat often
you can see dolphins. On the islands you will find a exposed
sandbar, providing a pristine beach, perfect for relaxation.
The sea around the islands is very good for snorkeling. When
the tide is low it's possible to walk around the island, exploring
the rock pools where juvenile fish and a myriad of crabs,
shellfishes, starfishes, oysters and other invertebrates exist
in the ever-changing environment of the intertidal.
We’ll arrange a barbecue with fresh caught fish, local dishes
and tropical fruits. Do not miss this very special trip!
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on the remote island of Uzi 6000 people are
living despite the fact that it is hard to access. Only during
low tide, on a path through mangroves or on boats one can
reach Uzi. But if you reach it, you will find a different
Zanzibar. Untouched nature and original african life make
a trip to Uzi Island an adventure: primary forest, monkeys,
lonely beaches and curious locals. It is really off the beaten
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LOCAL GAME FISHING
Forget fishing in a modern
fishing vessel with the latest in reels and rods and a fighting
chair as well! We offer you the unique opportunity to sail
out to sea with a Zanzibari fisherman and show you what 'fishing
for a living' is really all about. Setting sail from one of
East Africa's oldest wafts, the horizon is dotted with ngalawas,
local fisher boats with outriggers, heading out to sea with
full mast.. We will equip you with simple fishing gear, with
what locals are even catching kingfish, yellow fin tuna, barracuda
and grouper. A real adventure! Back
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