Stone Town

A Stone Town Tour is a wonderful introduction to Zanzibar that gives you the measure of the rich cultural heritage of the island. The walk offers an overview of the history of the stone city. Ancient houses of magnificent architecture, narrow streets of sand and stone (some are more than 200 years old), and carved wooden Arab/Indian doors. We start this tour at the city's main market, which was opened in 1904, where tropical fruits, vegetables, spices and fresh fish from the island are sold. Our next stop will be at the Anglican Church of Christ built by Bishop Steers in 1873 on the site where slaves were auctioned.  Other important points of our visit to the historic city are: a visit to House of Wonders - this palace was built in 1883 by the island's Sultan, Forodhani Gardens where you can watch the sun set while enjoying locally made dishes: Zanzibar pizzas and seafood on the barbecue. + Visit to Old Fort - Built by the Portuguese.

Spice Tour

The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete without the cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper, vanilla and many other spices.  The island was once the world's leading producer of cloves and the clove industry was the foundation of the golden age of Zanzibar.

A visit to the spice plantation will give you the opportunity to touch, smell, and taste different spices and tropical fruits. This tour will also provide you with immense information about spices and herbs locally grown on the island.

Prison Island

This island is also known as Changuu Island. A 30 minutes boat ride from the shore of Stone town will take you to the island that was once used by Arabs slave traders. Today it is a home of the Giant Aldabra tortoise. While on the island, you will have the opportunity to feed the tortoise, swim in the pristine ocean or find a spot to do some snorkeling in Stone Town's Channels of spectacular coral reefs.

Jozani Forest

In the south of Zanzibar Island, Jozani Forest is a wonder and delight with tales of medicinal cures and stunning scenery.  The forest is a home to a number of endemic species including the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys.

The mangroves boardwalk takes you above the swamp, where depending on the tide you can see tropical fish flitting between the mangrove roots and crabs scuttling across the mud.  A special guide from Jozani Forest will take you around all three sections.

1. The Forest Reserve

2. The Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys' Habitat

3. The Mangrove Park 

There are also private parks to visit, for example the Pete Butterfly center, ZALAPARK and Turtles.

Safari Blue

An exciting full day of adventure in Kwale Island. Here you will be taken into the boat to the SAND HILL (or disappearing Island) where you will experience a relaxing day on the Sand Bank.

You will enjoy swimming and sunbathing for about 1 hour.  Later you will snorkel and sail to the Mangrove swamps and Green lagoon. A Zanzibari Seafood BBQ lunch with soft drinks, water and fruits will be served throughout the day. Afterwards you will have a chance to see the historical Baobab tree and do some shopping.  A fun packed day!!!

Mnemba Island

Enjoy Snorkeling by swimming around with colorful fish and see the coral at a toll surrounded by by thriving, vibrant reefs and the crystal-clear Indian Ocean.  All of the snorkeling gears is provided.

Michamvi Sunset Cruise

View the amazing sunset at Michamvi.  In this tour a special captain will take you on a traditional sailing boat through the Michamvi Mangrove Path.  You will enjoy swimming and relaxing on the beach while waiting for the spectacular Michamvi sunset.

Kuumbi/Kuza Cave Tour

This is a historical cave found in Jambiani which is in the south of Zanzibar.  Traditional doctors use the cave as a center for healing patients and for doing incantations.  A team led by a Tanzanian archaeologist at KUUMBI cave discovered that Swahili Coast civilization was heavily influenced by outsiders who arrived to trade with the local communities in East Africa.

North Coast Tour

A visit to the north coast of Zanzibar always ends up at Ras Nungwi, a sleepy fishing village on the Northern tip of the island.  Was Nungwi is the Dhow making capital of Zanzibar, so you will be able to see construction of the iconic dhow boats in action.  This area has some fantastic beaches and nearby coral reefs which are ideal for diving and snorkeling. In this area you can also visit the Baraka Natural Aquarium where you can feed and swim with turtles .

Cultural Cooking Lesson

Spend a few hours preparing and learning about the authentic Zanzibar dishes by practicing and being instructed by the best cooks in the village. 

This provides an opportunity to learn about what the locals consume on a daily basis and you will also enjoy the lunch that you helped prepare - eaten just as it is in the local community.

Village Tours

Have you ever experienced or shared with people whose tradition, culture, life system and perceptions are very different from your own? 

Get to know how local people live, the ways of this vibrant community, discover the Zanzibar educational system (by visiting a local school) and learn about the daily activities of Zanzibaris.

Biking Tours

Sometimes taking a walk or biking around the village can help you visualize the authentic way of living, while gaining a deeper understanding of the local culture, activities, history, and traditions of the community.  A bike tour will help you observe so much more and provide additional chances to better view and appreciate the distinctions around the village streets.  Come explore with us off the beaten path through one of our amazing Bicycle Tours.

Sailing Lesson

A Zanzibar wooden boat (dhow), was once the only way to move quickly around Zanzibar.  Without cars, a dhow was the fastest way to get from one side of the island to another.  Now the world is more advanced but this traditional transport is still alive and well.   Used today mainly for fishing, snorkeling and sailing among other things. The captain is ready to take you to the coral reef during the low or high tide.  We will teach you to sail  across Jambiani and earn your Dhow Captain stripes.

Fishing Trip

Have you ever done this before?  Are you nervous?  Worry out!  This is why we are here to quickly teach you the best local fishing techniques step-by-step.  You will become a fisherman or fisherwomen in no time!  Chances are that whether you prefer the big fishing game or the regular one, the ocean is full of your very own "catches of the day!"

Transfers

Need a lift to the airport?  Do you want to go to the northern part of the island?  We can arrange more than just bicycles.  Any transportation need you have within Zanzibar, we have you covered.  Anytime of day, to any place on the island, we can help make sure you get there quickly and safely.