Day 1: Arrive In Zanzibar
Welcome to Zanzibar! Upon arrival, you will be met by one of our company representatives. Later, you will be transferred to your overnight hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Zanzibar is rich in history and it became a centre of trade once it was occupied by the Portuguese in the 16th and 17th Century. Zanzibar archipelago once held the title of being Africa’s major hub of trade before the mainland became more settled and tamed.
It is also known as the ‘Spice Island’ due to this period when spice was its major trade followed closely by the slave trade and ivory. Zanzibar still today flourishes with the trade of spices; it’s most common exports being cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and pepper. The UNESCO World Heritage listed Stone Town is rich in culture and history, with a labyrinth of narrow streets, busy bazaars and ancient buildings. The architecture here is a captivating mix of Swahili, Arab, Persian, European and African styles, testament to the influence that trade brought to the region.
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Day 2: Boat Trips To Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank
Our driver will pick up from the hotel after finishing your breakfast at around 9 am. You then embark on a 30 minuets boat trip to Prison Island near the stone town coast. Here, you will witness and take photos of the Aldabra giant tortoises. You will also learn the short history of the Prison Island and perhaps swim and snorkel if interested.
In the early afternoon you will move to Nakupenda Island and sandbank (30 minutes) by boat. This is the ideal spot near Stone Town where you can relax, swim, and snorkel while enjoying the best fresh seafood barbeque; Octopus, Lobsters, squids, and Calamaris.
You will have exotic fresh fruit tasting like Banana, Watermelon, Pineapple, Mangoes, papaya and so on under the shade of built umbrellas. Lunch will be ready at 1pm. In the evening you will be brought at the shores for an hour break before joining a sunset cruise at 5-7pm (optional).
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Day 3: Stone Town Tour, Spice Tour - Nungwi (North Coast).
After breakfast we will checkout from your hotel to Nungwi via Stone Tour City tour and Spices farm tour on the way to Nungwi.
In Stone Town, you will have a chance to visit Town Markets, old slave markets, National Museum, Old German Consulate, Africa House (former English Club), Orphanage home, Tippu Tip House and Grave, Kelekele square, Old British Consulate, High court building, Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, Sultan Palace, Persian Baths, House of Wonders, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Dr. Livingstone House, Old Mosques, and Freddie Mercury House among others..
On the Spice Farm Tour, you will experience the rare tropical fruits, spices and other rare species of plants that grow in Zanzibar. You will have a chance to eat, smell and taste different fruits and spices to learn why Zanzibar is called a spice Island. If interested you can cook yourself and taste your own spice - cooked food.
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Day 4: Free Day.
Today we have a free day to relax on the beach and soak up the sunshine. For those feeling active, there’s a wide range of excursions available.
Perhaps opt for a spot of scuba diving or snorkelling to see the colourful coral reefs teeming with exotic fish and perhaps the odd dolphin in the blue waters.
Other interesting activities in or above the water include fishing, windsurfing, kite surfing, sea kayaking, or various boat cruises. Traditional dhow cruises are provided by the local people and are a great way to see the local lifestyle or island hop to some of the smaller uninhabited islands. Also consider a day trip to Jozani Forest in Jozani Chwaka Bay national Park – home to the rare Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys, Syke’s Monkeys and Ader’s Duikers.
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Day 5: Swimming Dolphin, Snorkeling At Mnemba Island, Swimming With Turtles.
After breakfast at around 8 am, you will go to swim with Dolphins and Snorkeling excursions near beautiful Mnemba Island followed by Swimming with Sea Turtles at Baraka Natural Aquarium. The rest of the day from 2pm to 6pm will be for lunch and leisure at the Beach.
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Day 6: Free Day At Leisure - Airport.
Today you have another day at leisure before driving to the airport/Ferry for your next destination.
