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Top 10 Day Trips from in Stone Town, Zanzibar Archipelago
Former palaces and Arab mansions along the twisting streets of Stone Town hint at a grander age for this port city on the western coast of Zanzibar. The Old Fort, built in the 1700s to fend off the Portuguese, now hosts local performances, a café and an art gallery. Overstuffed bazaars lend an air of nonstop bustle. Mafia Island Marine Park sits just offshore, a haven for snorkeling the local reefs. Day tours visit working plantations where the island's legendary spices are grown.
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1. Private Zanzibar Top 5 Attractions Tour with Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour is one of a kind tour designed for short travelers looking for a quick and authentic overview of Zanzibar. This carefully designed tour is the perfect way to explore the history, culture, highlights and traditions of this Wonderful destination .As per the tour you get , visit spice farms, Prison Island, local markets, scenic beaches, Jozani forest and more Including round-trip transfers from Ferry Terminal, Airport or your hotel. After this tour with our professional guides you will leave a memory to cherish forever
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By bretts11
Driver was not present at airport upon our arrival. I waited 15 minutes before calling the business phone, driver answered and told me he was not coming. He said the company never informed him of a pickup that day. I booked this private transfer to avoid dealing with random taxis at 3am, but that’s exactly what I was forced to do. Please do not book with company.
2. Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank and Stone Town Tour | Full-day + Lunch Buffet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
It is a full-day private tour that includes Three most recommended tours in Stone Town; Prison Island, Nakupenda (Sandbank), and Stone Town City Tour. It is the Lifetime experience that you will not want to miss while on your vacation in Zanzibar.
Inclusions: Seafood Buffet (Lobsters, Tuna fish, Calamary, Octopus, Prawns), Chicken, and fries. Or Vegetarian (Fries, Salads, Fruits, etc), Fruits (Watermelon, Bananas, Pineapple, Coconut, etc), Bottles of Waters and Soda will be available all the time, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Prison Island Admission Fee (10,000TZS), Anglican Cathedral Admission fee (5USD)
Reviewed By Elizapaul121
Pickup from Michamvi very early in the morning, we went to the north and take a boat to Mnemba. It was a long trip but worth it. There were so many dolphins playing so closer, we enjoyed it and also the marine life at Mnemba is amazing. Ahmed was there with us during this trip, he was so helpful. I really recommend the trip.
3. Prison Island and Stone Town Private tour in Zanzibar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a private tour that includes the two most recommended activities to do in StoneTown, the Prison Island, and StoneTown city Tour (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Prison Island Admission Fee (10,000), Anglican Cathedral Admission Fee (5USD)
Reviewed By Elizapaul121
Pickup from Michamvi very early in the morning, we went to the north and take a boat to Mnemba. It was a long trip but worth it. There were so many dolphins playing so closer, we enjoyed it and also the marine life at Mnemba is amazing. Ahmed was there with us during this trip, he was so helpful. I really recommend the trip.
4. Zanzibar slave trade history
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
This full day trip will provide you with completely history of what happen during Zanzibar slavery. Visit well known reminders of Zanzibar Dark history in the slave trade. Old slave market site, Slave chamber and slave caves. Visit the Tippu Tip house, the common Swahili Zanzibar slave trader, Ivory trader, explorer, plantation owner and Governor. This trip will end up at the Mangapwani Beach where you can relax, sunbath, enjoy the swimming at the former slave sea port.
Inclusions: Pick up and drop -off for Stone Town Hotels, Snacks, Bottled water, Guide Fees, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By PAMBERRYG
Waiting for me at the airport in an air conditioned car. Friendly and driver, great value for money and well recommended.
5. Stone Town and Prison Island from Zanzibar
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4.0 based on 24 reviews
A great combination of the two activities that formed a unique full Stone Town’s History and Nature tours
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, National Park fees, Bottled water, Professional art historian guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By leonardopS8263TS
Happy to say me and my girlfriend had an amazing, safe lunch in this mesmerizing oasis. Fully sanitized and clean the staff was incredibly friendly and the food was just incredible. Try the Rock Special! A must !
6. Zanzibar Shore Excursion - City Tour | Spice Tour | Jozani Forest ( 3 in One )
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy the test of Zanzibar with smell of spices. This tour takes almost 8 - 9 hours by walking and other part by driving around. You will visit Old Stone City " Stone town" where you walk around in barrow streets and experience the real life of Zanzibar's people. Also this includes spice tour in Zanzibar local spice farm visit the Princess Salme palace ruins, visit turtles and famous beach of Nungwi in Northern part of Island. The tour cavers all most famous points in history of Zanzibar.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Food tasting, Lunch, All activities, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Port pickup and drop-off, Use of Snorkelling equipment
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Tips and Dinner, Personal Nature
Reviewed By DMBT195
Did 3D/2N Camping Safari that started at 7am in Arusha with an airport drop-off in JRO in plenty of time to make a 21:35 flight. From start to finish this was an awesome experience beginning with excellent communications to spotting a cheetah and a black rhino. Everyone I dealt with regarding this tour was delightful including Jimmy, Mashaka, Jim's and Paul. A definite recommend for Paradise Tours.
7. Jozani Forest Tour
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 2 reviews
Watch for red colobus monkeys as you walk through the Jozani Forest Reserve, where you’ll join with our Experienced Professional Tour guide - a 3 hours guided nature tour of the sanctuary. Learn how Zanzibar’s wildlife evolved in isolation from the mainland, follow a boardwalk through a mangrove swamp, and walk between towering eucalyptus and mahogany trees that provide essential habitat for native birds. Both morning and afternoon departures are available for this Jozani Forest Reserve tour, with pickup and drop-off at Zanzibar hotels.
Inclusions: Experienced Professional Tour guide, Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car, Bottled water, Transport waiting charge, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
Exclusions: Medical Insurance if needed, Gratuities for tour guide, International & Domestic Flights, Visa fee (US $50 / US $100 for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival), Airport/Departure Tax, Expenses of a personal Nature
Reviewed By NathanMcGrugan
Booked via Expedia and the company couldn't of been more professional, prior to the tour they contacted me to arrange a pick up from my hotel to take me to the boat. The tour it's self was very enjoyable and the staff couldn't of been anymore friendly and informative. I would definitely recommend using them, especially when your trying to arrange tours prior to your arrival.
8. Kizimkazi Dolphin Tour
Explore Zanzibar’s fascinating wildlife on a 3 hours outing that combines dolphin-spotting, snorkeling and Visit the Oldest Mosque in East Africa. You’ll join a guide for a motorboat tour from a coastal fishing village, then don a snorkel to check out the marine wildlife beneath the waves. The shallow coastal waters around Kizimkazi are a favorite hangout for dolphins that come here for the reliable food supply, to nurse their calves, rest and socialize. Several bottle-nose dolphins stay at Kizimkazi all year-round. There are also rather shyer humpback dolphins that put in an appearance here, although their schedule is a little more erratic.
Inclusions: Experienced Professional Tour guide, Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car, Snorkeling gear (life jacket, mask & flippers), Boat charter, Transport waiting charge, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
Exclusions: Medical Insurance, International Flights, Visa, Airport/Departure Tax, Expenses of a personal Nature
Reviewed By stressedtravelsuk
We paid 200 dollars for what we were told was a private tour of the forest. We had 10 people with us on our tour and at one point had to share the private taxi booked at the tour guides insistence. As the others in the tour included young bored children the tour raced through in about 30 minutes. The forest is beautiful and well worth a visit but do not go with this operator.
9. Nungwi Cultural Village Tour
Discover local Zanzibaris and their brilliant Hospitality, Spend an interesting day in Nungwi village and learn how locals live their everyday lives and how they make their livelihoods.
Inclusions: Experienced Professional Tour guide, Pick up and drop off from your hotel, Bottled water during tour, Entrances Fees
Exclusions: Medical Insurance if needed, Local & International Flights, Visa, Airport Taxes, Expenses of a personal Nature
Reviewed By Spontaneous_bo
We were lucky to meet Mody at Stone Town. He organized for us a real adventure to the Mikumi Park, where we met all the animals very close! It was unbelievable! Moreover he guided us to the local village near the park (it was our spontaneous request for more deep experience). The life and people there is very different - it is a real Africa. By chance we became guests at local wedding - the experience you can’t even imagine! Everything was great. I strongly recommend Mody as a guide for real adventurers, who not only want a nice picture, but an authentic Africa experience.
10. Spice Farm Tour and The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar | Snacks Included
It is a private tour that includes that starts at the Spice Farm, where you will see all popular spices in there natural form also you will get the experience the real africa culture, then end at The Rock Restaurant is well know for its extraordinary location which have been featured in Forbes, Vague and other popular international magazine.
Inclusions: Different types of Fruits at the Spice Farm including; Coconut Juice, Watermelon, Bananas, Pineapples, Oranges, Mangoes, etc), Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Sunscreens
Reviewed By Elizapaul121
Pickup from Michamvi very early in the morning, we went to the north and take a boat to Mnemba. It was a long trip but worth it. There were so many dolphins playing so closer, we enjoyed it and also the marine life at Mnemba is amazing. Ahmed was there with us during this trip, he was so helpful. I really recommend the trip.
