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Few places evoke such romance
as fabled exotic spice islands of Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia.
Places of greater wealth and power in the turbulent history of
East Africa, they are today sleepy islands with the sparkling
waters of the Indian Ocean washing up on the shores of virgin
white sandy beaches.
Lush tropical vegetation, redolent of the cloves, cinnamon and
other spices flourish everywhere. The Arabic town of Zanzibar
possesses interesting relics, the former Sultans Palace set in
gardens on the front near Arab Fort and Beit el Ajaib, the
Sultan's House of wonders, the Marahubi Palace, the Kiddichi
Baths, a gift from an early Sultan to his Persian wife, the
houses where Livingston and Burton lived....
Renowned over the centuries as «the spice island» (the spice
being the cloves which grow in the proliferation on the island),
Zanzibar has a fascinating history of ancient civilizations and
trade. As a focal point on the ancient trading routes, Zanzibar
has been subject to conquest and invasion but is now an integral
part of the Republic of Tanzania and welcomes visitors to its
shores.
The islands of Zanzibar, Pemba
and Unguja are part of the United Republic of Tanzania. These
unspoilt white sand beaches and azure prestine waters offer the
finest getaway holidays in the world. We arrange the a short and
comfortable ride there by boat or plane.
ZANZIBAR: STONE TOWN TOUR
The Stone Town is the oldest part of Zanzibar built in the
1800's and renowned as the most important trading center in the
Indian Ocean region. The town was built on a 95 acre peninsula
and consists of 2500 buildings all made from the local coraline
rock, lime and clay. The town is fascinating with winding
alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses. The
Stone Town has 45 mosques, 2 Christian Churches and Hindus
Temples.
DOLPHIN SAFARI.
Start the day with a drive to Kizimkazi where you will be
briefed on the excursion including a life jacket
demonstration. You will then board a dhowand explore the bay in
search of dolphins.
Later in the morning we will stop at one of our selected
locations for you to snorkel.
You can choose the snorkel from the
boat or the sand bank with a guide who will show you the point
of Interest.
We have a large skock of snorkeling equipments in a full range
of sizes .Also a snorkel vest is provided for beginners and full
tuition. After snorkeling, enjoy a fresh coconut juice straight
from the shell. We move to another Island for lunch. A
traditional Zanzibar meal is included.
In the afternoon, there is opportunity to sail on an "Ngalawa"
or an out -rigged canoe. Or continue snorkeling, swimming or
relax.
PEMBA: VUMA WIMBI BEACH
Situated in the north of Pemba is one of the longest beaches on
the East African coastline, coconut-lined with bright and shiny
white sand. On the way to Vumba Wimbi beach you can visit Ngezi
Forest Reserve which was established in the 1950's as the last
remaining example of the Island's unique flora and fauna. Ngezi
has it's own animal and plant species which do not occur
anywhere else in the world such as the Pemba Flying Fox, a
friendly fruit eating bat with beautiful chestnut coloured fur,
the Pemba Vervet Monkey and an antelope not much larger than a
hare to name but a few.
ZANZIBAR: JOZANI FOREST TOUR.
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The Jozani forest covers an area of apprx. 1000 hectares, and it
is famous for its inhabitants ,the sykes monkey,and there are
colobus monkey that is endemic to Zanzibar.
You will drive 35kms south east of Zanzibar town. Then taken on
guided walk through the forest where you will see a variety of
plants and trees as well as an abundance of monkey, butterflies
and birds. You will even see bush babies and duikers.
You will get much enjoyment watching the Cheek monkeys feeding
and playing among the trees.Atour is available twice daily
PEMBA: RAS KIUYU BEACH
Occupied north of Pemba about 60kms, it is a trip that you can
take a long time on the way, but you must be happy when you
reach the beach in Pemba.
NORTH COAST TRIP (NUNGWI)
This is a full day tour to the northern tip of Zanzibar Island
to enjoy swimming and sun bathing on the beautiful sun white
sand beach,enroute there are several stops including Mkokotoni
fish market, the largest market in the Northern
Region,Fukuchanin and Mvuleni Portuguese ruins .Nungwi is known
for its Dhow building industry. It is fascinating to see the
Dhow at various stages of construction. The hard wood used in
the construction is grown locally.
MASAIL ISLAND
Located on west side, south of Pemba Island has a very nice
beach,also is a wonder for snorkeling and diving also you will
take more chance to visit the forest.In the forest you will see
how water fills up the gape but never see how water will be full
because there also no way to pass.
SPICE PLANTATION TOUR.
During this half-day guided tour you will be driven northwards
through the countryside passing villages such as Bububu, Kijichi
and Kizimbani to experience why Zanzibar is Known as the Spice
Island.
The wonderful nature of this Island will reveal frequent stops
on small farms of cash crops, food crops, spices, flowering
trees and plants, medical trees and varieties of mints. You will
be able to see, touch, smell and even taste some of the spices
and fruits available. The tours is abundant with photographic
opportunities including the rural Zanzibar - rian lifestyle with
the mud houses thatches using palm leaves, fruit garden and
tropical scenery.
DHOW TOUR
You will enjoy this traditional experience .Sailings as the sun
sets while enjoying a drink (beer,wine ,soda ,mineral water) and
home made Zanzibar snacks.
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