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Zanzibar: Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave & Blue Lagoon

1. Zanzibar: Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave & Blue Lagoon

Spend an exciting and active day out and about in Zanzibar with this full-day combo package, ideal for couples and families. Save time and optimize your traveling experience with this private tour option. Visit many famous sights around Zanzibar including Jozani Forest where you will interact in close proximity with beautiful and friendly Red Colobus Monkeys. Enjoy some snorkeling and take time to explore the pristine coral reef at Blue Lagoon Atoll Zanzibar. Discover Starfish Beach, a quiet and relaxing starfish spot great for both kids and adults. Explore the amazing natural atmosphere of Kuza Cave Jambian. Visit The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar and savor some delicious food with one of the most iconic views of Zanzibar.

Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Private Snorkeling Tour with Pickup

2. Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Private Snorkeling Tour with Pickup

Hop on a private boat trip from Zanzibar to swim and snorkel at 3 of the best locations around Mnemba Island. Discover tropical marine life on the vibrant coral reef, keep an eye out for dolphins and turtles, and enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. After pickup at your hotel in Zanzibar, board your private boat to Mnemba Island, famous for the clarity of its waters and its unusually prolific and diverse corals and marine life. During your excursion, make 3 stops to snorkel using the included gear. Get the chance to see angel fish, blue spotted rays, black snappers, groupers, red tooth triggers, flounder, octopuses, leaf fish, scorpion fish, stone fish, frog fish, and lots of trevallies. As well as exploring the colorful and diverse reefs surrounding Mnemba Island, look out for dolphins and sea turtles, which can also be seen due to the deeper water nearby. Fruits and soft drinks will also be served during the tour. After your boat trip, return to your hotel in Zanzibar.

Prison Island: Private Half-Day Tour

3. Prison Island: Private Half-Day Tour

This private guided half day tour can begin any time from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Meet your well-trained guide and boatman as your board your steam-engine wooden boat. Head to the prestigious island and enjoy the 30-minute journey.  Listen to the history of the island and discover the past centuries through the historical buildings, which have served many purposes over the years including a prison, chapel, and hiding place for slaves after the abolition.  Enjoy a swim or snorkel around the colorful coral rocks and turquoise waters. Play with giant tortoises and you may take photographs with these old precious creatures. If you do not have much experience or confidence in the water, you will be provided with a life jacket. 

Kuza Cave Tour, Stone Town, Prison Island, The Island Pongwe

4. Kuza Cave Tour, Stone Town, Prison Island, The Island Pongwe

Spend an exciting active day out in Zanzibar with this full day combo package, ideal for couples and families! Save time and optimize a good value for money. Swim and explore amazing natural atmosphere of Kuza cave Jambiani! Discover the soul of Stone Town on this comfortable, 03-Hour Tour. Discover natural beauty of Prison Island! Witness The giant tortoise which is an iconic Zanzibar species. Visit The Island Pongwe Restaurant Zanzibar! One of the most evocative views of Zanzibar! We have exclusive surprise added values, free upgrades, and extras to make sure that this excursion is your special getaway in Zanzibar.

Jozani Forest, Blue Lagoon, Starfish, Kuza Cave, The Rock

5. Jozani Forest, Blue Lagoon, Starfish, Kuza Cave, The Rock

Embark on a full day Zanzibar excursion! Spend a fascinating active full day tour discovering the wonders of Zanzibar! Save time and optimize a good value for money. Visit Jozani Forest and interact with friendly Red Colobus Monkeys. Enjoy Snorkeling at Blue Lagoon Atoll. Discover Starfish beach, a quiet and relaxing Starfish spot great for both kids and adults! Visit The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar! One of the most iconic views of Zanzibar! Explore natural atmosphere of Kuza cave Jambiani Zanzibar! We have exclusive surprise added values, free upgrades, and extras to make sure that this excursion is your special getaway in Zanzibar.

Zanzibar: Half-Day Private in Prison Island Tours

6. Zanzibar: Half-Day Private in Prison Island Tours

It’s a half a day trip to Prison Island. We will take a boat from the shores of Stone Town, setting down anchor 5 km away, on the beautiful beach of Prison Island. The prison – which is now owned by a hotel – was built in 1893 and was originally intended to house violent prisoners from the mainland and sick people. You will get the opportunity to visit the tortoise sanctuary, which contains a large colony of giant tortoises imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century. The average weight of these creatures is 200 kg, and many of them are said to be over 150 years old. There will be a chance to touch the tortoise and take photos. The island is also home to a colony of beautiful peacocks. For the rest of the trip, you can either enjoy the marine life as you snorkel around the coral that fringes Prison Island or just relax under the warm glow of the sun, until you head back to Stone Town.

Zanzibar Half Day Trip in Mnemba Island

7. Zanzibar Half Day Trip in Mnemba Island

Mnemba Island is a single small island located about 3 km off the northeast coast of Unguja, the largest island of the Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania, opposite Muyuni Beach. It is roughly triangular in shape, about 500 meters (1,640 ft) in diameter and about 1.5 kilometers (0.9 mi) in circumference. It is surrounded by an oval reef seven by four kilometers in extent. These reefs have been declared a Marine Conservation area. This is best Coral Park in the island whereby the clients get the opportunity to explore the beauty of marine life by snorkeling and diving Also you have opportunities to see the Dolphin Afterwards the captain will take you to the sandbank.

From Stone Town: Private Tour to Prison Island

8. From Stone Town: Private Tour to Prison Island

Visit Prison Island on a private 3-hour tour, and discover the rich history and beautiful natural surroundings of this location. Meet your guide in Zanzibar, or select the option including hotel pickup, then enjoy the ride to the island on a traditional dhow. Learn how this small island gained its name and explore the place that is now home to more than 50 tortoises, some over 100 years old.   Feed the tortoises and take up-close pictures with them, as you keep a look out for the peacocks and antelope that also live there. After discovering the island and its history, take the opportunity to snorkel in the clear waters off the coast amongst tropical fish and colorful coral. At the end of your tour, return to Zanzibar, where you’ll be dropped off in the city center, or at your hotel.

Zanzibar: Jozani Forest National Park and Dolphin Encounter

9. Zanzibar: Jozani Forest National Park and Dolphin Encounter

Begin your experience early, as the morning is the best time to spot dolphins. Start in the Matemwe fishing village, which is one of the oldest capitals on Zanzibar Island. While looking out for dolphins, dive in to snorkel among the wonderful coral reef and the variety of colorful fish and marine creatures. If the dolphins are in a good mood, you can witness them goofing around.  As you will be in their natural habitat, there is no guarantee you'll have the chance to swim with the dolphins; your guide will do their best to ensure they are comfortable so you can enjoy their beautiful energy, whether up close or from a distance.  The trip to Zanzibar Jozani Forest national park involves a visit to the high, dense groundwater forest. Home to the red colobus monkey, a rare species only found in Zanzibar, take the opportunity to get up close to the wild animals. Other animals within the park include blue monkeys, elephant shrews, and bushbabies. Proceed then to the mangrove, through which the conservation authority has built a bridge to allow visitors to observe the wildlife without trampling on it.  Next, stop at a local restaurant for a Swahili table buffet lunch. Before heading back to your hotel, make a short stop at the community project, Zanzibar Butterfly Center. Even though the site is not so big, it is a lovely place to relax and enjoy the moment before ending your experience.

Zanzibar: Prison Island Tour with Lunch on the Sandbank

10. Zanzibar: Prison Island Tour with Lunch on the Sandbank

Your Zanzibar adventure begins with a visit to Prison Island, purchased in 1893 by Lloyd Mathews, the British First Minister of Zanzibar at the time. Mathews constructed a prison complex on the island which is still visible today, however no prisoners were ever housed on the island and instead it became a quarantine station for yellow fever sufferers. On the island, spend some time exploring the area and discover the collection of over 50 tortoises that live here, some of which are more than 100 years old. Learn about why the tortoises call the island their home, as well as taking photos and feeding them too. The island is also home to peacocks and small antelope too. Once you’ve explored the island, enjoy the opportunity to cool off from the hot weather with a refreshing dip in the surrounding crystal clear waters. Spend some time snorkeling in the water just off the island and search for colorful tropical fish and vibrant coral reef. After you’ve worked up an appetite from swimming, relax on the sandbank with a delicious lunch including a seafood BBQ, Swahili cuisine, cheese, tropical fruit, and more.

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What people are saying about Zanzibar City

This was our first day in Zanzibar!! A must do if you really want to see the culture and history at stone town . Lots to see and shop . They are a bit pricey though. The boat ride to Changu island was really refreshing and so was seeing the prison island and giant tortoises ! Although we got late and missed the chance to go snorkeling though it was included in the package out guide showed quite a bit and was so so friendly and considerate when we got tired .

Customer service was great for the little hiccups I had. Boat driver was amazing. Guide was good and nice. At the end i was ready to not be haggled anymore after the boat ride to do other things in very touristy spots. Overall great experience with get your guide and will use it again.

Hyggelige og behjelpelige folk. Spesielt fornøyd med vår guide som kun hadde jobbet knapt en måned. Anbefales å ta denne aktiviteten tidlig på dagen slik som vi gjorde. Bra sammensatt og man opplevde mye på kun 3 timer! Marta og Ingrid.

Excellent experience with the turtles , really one of a kind .Also people are so sweet the person there took such amazing pics for us and so did our guide .

Very nice activity. Great guide, her name is Aziza and driver Jumy.