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The islands of Zanzibar - known as Unjuga locally, Pemba and Mafai, 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.

WELCOME TO ZANZIBAR - KARIBU SANA ZANZIBAR

 
ZANZIBAR: STONE TOWN TOUR
Fun for Island paradise seekers
DOLPHIN SAFARI.

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.

 

Diving or snorkling with dolphins
Start the day with a drive to Kizimkazi where you will be briefed on the excursion including a life jacket demonstation. You will then board a dhow and 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 points of interest.
We will provide you with snorkeling equipment in a full range of sizes. Also a snorkel and life-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.

Humpback Whales

"Viewing humpbacks ...There is no set way to see them other than to be on the water and add some luck. We have had them sit in front of the Lodge for days at a time, as well as see them meander past the gaps seeking plankton. Most commonly, encounters occur when you cross the Channel between Shimoni to Pemba or big game fishing when you are on the sea all day. Usually the first sighting is a breach followed by a blow, and then a huge tail fluke appears. Mostly seen are mothers and calves travelling together, but single males are also seen. Sitting alongside them on a boat has to be done once in your life!"

Whale sharks, Pemba, Mafia, Zanzibar

Whale Sharks - Zanzibar The key season is November till March. Around Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia Islands will almost guarantee you a dive or snorkel with whale sharks. There has been a huge increase in the number of sightings of whale sharks in this region. January, February remain the peak season.

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.
SPICE PLANTATION TOUR.
NORTH COAST TRIP (NUNGWI)  
MASAIL ISLAND
 
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.

 

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.
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 Zanzibarrian lifestyle with the mud houses thatches using palm leaves, fruit garden and tropical scenery.
DHOW TOUR
You will enjoy this traditional experience .Saillings as the sun sets while enjoying a drink (beer,wine ,soda ,mineral water) and home made Zanzibar snacks.

 

Zanzibar diving bookings accepted

 

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