ZANZIBAR SAFARI
Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous part of Tanzania, in East Africa. Once the capital city of Oman in the early 19th Century under the Sultanate of Sultan Seyyid Popularly known as “The Spice Island” due to the farming of vital spices on the island i.e. cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, etc. Was once, one of the main hub of the slave trade.The famous Stone Town of Zanzibar – a Unesco World Heritage Site, Pristine beaches and sandy coastlineVibrant historical and cultural presence, historical monuments showcasing Portuguese, Arab, European culture. Some can be dated back to the 12th century AD.Activities.CanoeingCamping activitiesBird watching toursAgro tourismCity toursMarine tourismFishing snorkelingScuba divingCultural toursAmboni cavesMagoroto forestHiking tripsWalking safarisWildlife safarisBeach tourism
Day 1: Welcome to Zanzibar
The Zanzibar archipelago is set in the Indian Ocean and made up of the larger islands of Pemba and Unguja (also called Zanzibar Island). Zanzibar is also known as the ‘Spice Island’ due to the delicious variety of spices grown on the island’s many plantations. Zanzibar is an island steeped in culture and history – a destination which brought adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide.
Arrive in Zanzibar get picked up from the airport then drive to your accommodation for a rest, relaxation and enjoy the sunset and beach sceneries.
Day 2: Zanzibar activities
Ultimate enjoyment awaits you. Prepare yourself in exploring the surroundings in zanzibar and do various activities of your choice activities down below.
Activities
- Kite surfing
- Fishing
- Sunset cruise
- Scuba diving
- Snorkeling
- Paragliding
- Water skiing
- Volleyball and soccer
Day 3: A visit to Stone town
You cannot miss stone town tour during your stay on Zanzibar Island is. Stone town is a beautiful city is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. Stone town is characterized by spices on colorful markets, but also an urban spread of historic buildings, shops, offices, apartment blocks, crowded slums and middle-class neighborhoods. In the historic quarter you can roam for hours through a network of narrow streets, easily losing yourself in centuries of history. Each twist and turn brings something new – a former palace, a Persian bathhouse, a tumbledown ruin, a coral-stone mansion with carved doors and latticework balconies, or a school full of children chanting verses from the Quran. Your hotel can organize a historic tour / spice tour for you but everything is within walking distance so if you prefer, you could explore on your own.
Activities
- Historic city tour
- Behind the Swahili scenes
- Visit the traditional market
- Dhow (traditional boat) sunset cruise
- Concert and dinner at Mtoni Palace
Day 4: Leaving Zanzibar
Unfortunately this is your last day of the tour in Zanzibar. The driver/guide from your accommodation will take you to Zanzibar airport.
This is the end of hopefully a wonderful experience.