Land of sunlight, space and splendor, land of elephant, lion, leopard and cheetah, she stamps her imprint on your soul like nowhere else on earth. South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Seychelles, Egypt and Rwanda: We offer safaris in all this destination in Africa. Safari holidays in Africa with its abundant wildlife, scenic grandeur, unsurpassed adventures, and varied cultural splendors - all these elements combining to give you a distinctive glimpse into this unique continent.

ZANZIBAR ISLAND

Zanzibar the Spice Island lies in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Kenya and Tanzania Mainland. To explore Zanzibar is to discover a reality in which tourists are finding hard to catch on. Here the charm of nature and legend combine as one in a world of white beaches and finite variety of fish and sandy coral insects emerge from the sea at low tide. Zanzibar is a total green Island of tall trees, huge baobabs and slender coconut palms pervaded by the sand of cloves drying out in the sun.

The fortified stone town overlooking the sea was founded by Arabs Sultans. It was once the principle market on the trade route between Asia and Africa and during the last century it was the point of departure for explorers in pursuit of mysteries of Africa.

TOURS

CITY OR TOWN TOUR On this tour you will view the most of historical sites. i.e. the Sultan's Palace named House of Wonders and people's Palace. Zanzibar town market, National Museum, Stone town and Maruhubi Palace Ruins. As you remember that Zanzibar was the slave centre market in Africa, you will visit Zanzibar old slave market closed 6th June, 1873 as well as famous exlpores house Dr. David Livingston. Shopping in the delightful boutiques, souvenir and spice shops is guaranteed.

SPICE TOUR

It is the tour that will prove out why? Usually Zanzibar is referred to as the SPICE ISLAND, because most of the spices and tropical fruits are to be seen, tested as well as smelted, spices like cloves (nellcan), Cardamon, cinnamon, black pepper, lemon grass, nut mug, Zanzibar root and ginger. We have also wonderful tropical fruits like jack fruits, casted apple etc. You may visit Kidichi Baths built in 1850 by the first Sultan for his wife Sheharzard (grand daughter of Fateh Ali Shah of Persia).

DOLPHIN TOUR

In the morning or afternoon we transfer you to the South West Coast (kizimkazi) vial Dimbani where you visit the old mosque in East Africa. On arrival, time is for swimming and playing with dolphin since they are very friendly with people.

LOCAL FISHING TRIP

A client accompanied by our boatman (very experienced in local fishin) is taken to the best area on the west coast for fishing different kind of fish Changu & Tuna. All fishing equipment, tackle and bait are available for comfortable day trip, some fruit are provided to the client.

NORTH COAST TOUR

It is a full day tour. It covers a collection of different points of interests. You may see portugese ruins at Fukuchani, the client also may have a stop over at Mkokoteni local fish market to see lobsters and calamari for barbeque at Nungwi White Sandy beach. Local food will be provided to make a clinet have a taste of Zanzibar. Sailing dhows are constructed - ideal to take a picture. Also they will practice culture and traditional people.

FIRST MARINE PARK IN TANZANIA (CHUMBER ISLAND)

On this tour the client will visit CHUMBE ISLAND which is eight miles south of Zanzibar town. It is one among the protected areas which is listed by the United Nations. 367 species of fish have been identified such as Living Tiger Cowrie, Tirtons Horns, Hebrew cone. Environmental sound techniques are used to preserve nature and to provide you with all combforts for a pleasant stay. Its coral reef is a shallow reef which is a paradise for snorketlers (unlimited time).

SOUTH/EAST COAST TOUR

Trip to South Coast via Jozani Forest which is famous for her red Colobus monkeys. You will enjoy sun-bathing on white and unspoilt sandy beaches, swim or snorketl around the coral reefs. It is a full day tour.

ZALA PARK

The client will visit ZALA PARK which is an unique area protected for different type of reptiles founded in Zanzibar.

MANGROVE CONSERVATION AREA

On this tour the client will visit at KISAKASAKA vial Fumba to see management plan area for mangrove trees.

JOZANI MONKEY FOREST

This is the only natural forest in Zanzibar and automatically becomes home to the rare red colobus monkey, extra ordinary rare colobus monkeys which are very rare species guarantee tame monkeys. On the way back you may visit Mwinyi Mkuu Palace at Dunga Ruins, former residence of local ruler with rich history.

PRISON ISLAND

The Island is ideal for picnic with light refreshment. It is a home of wonderful giant tortoises of about 250 years old. It is worth to visit.

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