Tranquillity, idyllic sunny sandy beaches, the spice island

Zanzibar is a romantic gateway to Africa. For generations, the name Zanzibar has captured the imagination of people as a far away, exotic and legendary island located in the Indian Ocean near the East African coast. The island has been a home to Persians, Arabs, Indians and Portuguese traders. Spices and slave trading made the island rich and famous. Zanzibar Island………, serenity redefined

City Tour:-See the wonders of Stone Town, sample the local fruits and spices visit the Sultans Palace full of artifacts and historical objects, The Arab Fort and walk through the meandering narrow streets of Stone Town. Also visit Dr. Livingstone’s house, the house of wonders, and the Zanzibar museum, which holds interesting relics from the past. Spice Tour:-Zanzibar is known as a spice island. Visit the Persian baths built in 1850 by Seyyid bin Sultan and the spice plantations at Kizimbani.

Dolphin Tour:- Visit the fishing village of kizimkazi. It is here that we find the first evidence of Islam in East Africa. Visit the old mosque built in 1804 and board a local dhow or boat to see the dolphins and swim with the dolphins.

Prison Island Tour:-Formally used by the Arabs as a confinement for refractory slaves, the island is also home to the giant tortoises besides a hot spot for snorkeling and sunbathing

6 Day Zanzibar Extension

DAY 1 CHWAKA BAY

Arrive into Zanzibar and meet to transfer to the eastern beaches at Matemwe. Upon registration, be shown to your room which is full of all the comforts you need for Zanzibar – luxurious bedding, romantic netting, views to the ocean, air conditioning, fans, in room safe and so on. There is a large pool, private beach, boutique, sunset bar and calm waters to explore

MATEMWE BUNGALOWS (Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 2 CHWAKA BAY

Relax and rejuvenation – be as active or as rested as you prefer

MATEMWE BUNGALOWS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 3 CHWAKA BAY

Ngalawa has an on site activity centre, where you can organize optional extras like swimming with the dolphins, dhow sunset cruises, Jozani forest visits, massage or henna painting. Their chef is second to none – and the cuisine is a fusion of Swahili and modern menus.
MATEMWE BUNGALOWS (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 4 CHWAKA BAY – STONE TOWN

After a delicious buffet breakfast, transfer to Stone Town. We are thrown into days gone by as we visit Spice Plantations enroute – learning how spices are grown and used throughout the world. You will receive a palm-woven basket to collect a pocket full of dynamite for the senses. We arrive into Stone Town to check in and then have the afternoon for exploration. Stone Town is a maze of ancient alleyways and aromas from yesteryear. We enjoy some time to explore Stone Town ourselves – visit the major points of interest around Stone Town including the House of Wonders, Persian baths and Slave Holding areas. There are many places to explore for lunch and dinner, and your hotel will help with your decisions and directions.
ZANZIBAR PALACE HOTEL (Breakfast)

DAY 5 STONE TOWN

A day for your own exploration and shopping. Get lost in the alleyways, enter the shopping areas to bargain for a treasure and become fascinated by the Arab influenced architecture.

ZANZIBAR PALACE HOTEL (Breakfast)

DAY 6 ZANZIBAR & BEYOND.

Transfer to Zanzibar departure point for your travel beyond.