Tour overview

Tanzania is an East African country known for its vast wilderness areas. They include the plains of Serengeti National Park, a safari mecca populated by the “big five” game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino), and Kilimanjaro National Park, home to Africa’s highest mountain. Offshore lie the tropical islands of Zanzibar, with Arabic influences, and Mafia, with a marine park home to whale sharks and coral reefs. 

The Zanzibar Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania, is a breathtaking spot to escape from the world.

Spend 10 Days enjoying the beautiful spice island of Zanzibar. Spend a night in Stone Town an area known as the old part of Zanzibar, located on the Western coast of Unguja, the main island of the Zanzibar Archipelago. It was seen as the flourishing center of the spice and slave trade in the 19th century. Experience the vast beauty of Indian ocean waters with snorkeling activities or you can also enjoy a kayak session amongst all the local fishing boats.

Highlights

  • 8 nights in 2 different beach sides, Kendwa and Bwejuu
  • Stone Town tour & Prison Island tour
  • Safari Blue tour
  • Spice tour En-route to the South East Coast

Included

  • Return Airport transfers
  • All accommodations and meals as per itinerary
  • Services of a professional guide and driver
  • Mentioned tours while in Zanzibar
  • Transfer from Stone Town to the Beach hotel

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance, Visa fees, etc

Day 01 Arrival – Karibu Zanzibar

Arrival at Zanzibar Airport and transfer to Zanzibar Stone Town. The Zanzibar Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar where very little has changed in the last 200 years. It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses whose original owners vied with each other over the extravagance of their dwellings. Check in at Double Tree by Hilton Stone Town. Dinner

Day 02 Stone Town Tour and Prison Island Tour

Today we take you to the most scenic parts of the Old Town. The tour takes you to the former site of the slave market; the cathedral built in its site in 1874, the Sultan’s palace (Palace Museum) ,House of Wonders, and Arab Fort and natural museum where you will have enough time to explore these historical monuments. You will also see Zanzibar’s bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors.
UNESCO has recently declared Stone Town as one of the world’s historic cities, and it’s now a protected area in Zanzibar. After the Stone Town Tour, your guide will drop you off at the restaurant for lunch.
And afterwards, proceed to the wharf to catch a local boat (with outboard engine) to visit prison Island. Changuu is charming little Island which is located about 5 km off to Zanzibar Stone Town and is about half an hour boat ride from Stone Town. This used to be a private place of detention for recalcitrant slaves. The island has the added attraction of several giant aldabra tortoises and beautiful peacocks which are living and breeding on the Island.
we drive for 1 hour (56.3 km) to the top North West of Zanzibar Island- Kendwa Beach and check in at Gold Zanzibar or Zuri Zanzibar. Half Board.

Day 03 Safari Blue Experience

On this day, Spend a magical day exploring the Menai Bay Conservation area in a traditional wooden dhow, Menai Bay is scattered with isolated sandbanks, rugged island scenery, uninhabited islets, pristine marine life and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Enjoy swimming & guided snorkeling in the beautiful clear waters – quality equipment provided and Feast on our delicious Swahili seafood barbecue followed by our gastronomic tropical fruit tasting. This is a full day tour. Where by you are picked up from you hotel and later be returned. Half board

Day 04 & 05 Kendwa Beach

Spend these days at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the white sand beach of Kendwa.

Day 06 Spice Tour and Bwejuu Beach

After breakfast, we head to Kidichi Village for the Spice Tour. The Spice Island has over forty of the most valuable tropical aromatic plants that were introduced over the last two centuries by the Oman Arabs. The spices are grown in the spice grades in the hills north of Stone Town. Our knowledgeable guides will take you through this fascinating tour. You will see tropical fruits such as jack fruits, bread fruits, karambola, pineapple, lychees, etc. You can try these fruits if they are in season.
Also you can check out various plants such as henna bush, perfume tree, lipstick tree and spice such as cardamon, cinnamon, clove, black pepper, nutmeg and many others. The landscape around the Kizimbani will give you a good impression of the life of Zanzibar.
After the Spice Tour, we drive for 1hr:47 minutes (60.2 km) to the South East coast of Zanzibar Island- Bwejuu Beach and check in at Baraza Beach Resort & Spa, All inclusive

Day 07-09 Bwejuu Beach

Relax at Bwejuu Beach with the option to do water sports at an extra cost.
Baraza is Zanzibar’s most exclusive boutique resort. With just 30 villas, this stunning fully inclusive boutique resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, with Swahili arches, intricate hand carved décor, beautiful antiques, handmade furniture and intricate brass lanterns. Lots of water based activities to indulge in at the resort. Snorkelling at the logoon, scuba diving and kite surfing. All inclusive

Day 10 Departure – Bye Bye Zanzibar

Transfer to Airport for your flight back home – you will be picked up and be transferred to the Zanzibar airport for your onward journey. Breakfast

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