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TThis is a private tour that includes two of the most recommended activities in Zanzibar; The Stone Town and Spice Tour. We will start with the city tour where you will be able to explore the History and Culture of the oldest city in East Africa "Stone Town", learn about the Slave Trade, and much more. After the Stone Town city tour, we will go visit the Spice Farm where you will be able to explore and learn about different types of Spices and plantations that are available in Zanzibar.

Get from point A to point B with ease and efficiency when you pre-book this private transfer service from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Meet your driver directly at the airport and receive a swift transfer to your accommodation located in Zanzibar City. This is a budget-friendly way to get you to your destination.

On this tour you will be able to visit the Spice Farm, where you will be able to see, smell, taste, and touch (feel) different spices and plantations from Zanzibar. Zanzibar is one of the largest producers and exporters of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon in the world. Zanzibar also known as The Spice Island. And later visit the Jozani Forest National Park and see one of rarest spices in the world that can only be easily found in Zanzibar, the Red colobus Monkeys.

Explore the highlights of the historic city of Stone Town on this guided walking tour through the city. You'll travel down narrow lanes and through lively markets, stopping near sights such as the Palace Museum and the Anglican Cathedral. As this is a private tour, you'll have lots of flexibility to stop along the way for snacks and shopping, too.

Experience the aromatic side of Zanzibar with this private spice tour. Explore the destination known as the Spice Island and discover its rich history as a leading producer of aromatic treasures like cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom. Your guide will take you to a spice farm where you can learn about these spices and even purchase them in powder form to bring home. Plus, your guide can also help organize other exciting activities on the island.

See the giant land tortoises of Prison Island, or Changuu Island, on a half-day trip from Zanzibar, with time to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe. Just a 30-minute boat ride from Stone Town, Prison Island has a beautiful beach, clean water, and fascinating history as a yellow fever quarantine station. Both morning and afternoon departures to Prison Island are available, and the trip includes hotel transfers and all entrance fees.

Get to know Stone Town in comfort on this private tour. Walk through the winding streets of Stone Town and learn about the architecture and the stories behind the buildings from your guide. Customize your itinerary to suit your interests and visit the Old Slave Market, the House of Wonders, and more.

Visit Jambiani Village and learn about the women who live there with this tour, led by a guide who hails from the village. You'll meet with local women artisans who make everything from coconut husk rope to doormats, learn about how to wear the traditional kanga garment, and have the option to enjoy lunch (for a fee) with advance notice.

Mnemba Island is a protected marine reserve, home to a huge variety of tropical fish and marine life, including lionfish, stingrays, and sea turtles. With this tour, cruise out to the island, dive in to swim and snorkel in the marine park, and enjoy a scrumptious seafood lunch before heading back to Zanzibar City.

Learn why Zanzibar is nicknamed the "spice island" with this tour, which will take you to a local spice farm. You'll learn all about the different plants grown on the island as you tour the farm, with the chance to see everything from black pepper to vanilla right where it's grown. You'll then sit down for an included local lunch before returning to your hotel.

Zanzibar has long been known as the "Spice Island" and after you take this small-group tour to a local spice farm, you're sure to understand why. You'll walk through a spice plantation with a local guide and get the chance to touch, smell, and taste all sorts of spices right where they're grown. For added convenience, transfers from Stone Town hotels are included.

Learn about Maasai culture right in Zanzibar with a visit to Maasai World. You'll see the tools and clothes traditionally used by Maasai people and get to try your hand at shooting a bow and arrow. By pre-booking your tickets to the attraction online, you’ll guarantee your spot at this popular attraction.

Get both culture and nature in this private tour that takes you to both Stone Town and Prison Island, hassle-free, with all the logistics organized for you. You’ll see the site of the old slave market, the old fort, Freddy Mercury’s house, and much more in Stone Town. When you get out to Prison Island, check out giant tortoises and snorkel in the clear water.

Embark on a journey through the Joani Forest in the southern part of Zanzibar Island with this tour that takes just a few hours. Discover unique species, such as the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey, as you wander through the forest. On the mangrove boardwalk, watch Indian Ocean tropical fish gracefully swimming amongst the mangrove roots and observe agile crabs scuttling across the mud, guided by the ebb and flow of the tide.

Watch for red colobus monkeys as you walk through the Jozani Forest Reserve, where you’ll join a park ranger for a 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.

Discover the history of Zanzibar’s spice production and get a taste of the island’s exotic fruits on this half-day tour to Kidichi Spice Farm. Enjoy hassle-free access to the rural location with included round-trip transfer from Stone Town, leaving you more time to explore the farm with your professional guide and enjoy a hearty lunch of local dishes.

Combine a visit to an organic spice farm with a cooking class on this private tour. You'll see a variety of spices right where they're grown, including vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg. You'll also get to attend a cooking demonstration to learn how to make a traditional Zanzibari dish, after which you’ll sit down to a lunch of local fare.

Discover Zanzibar City’s UNESCO-listed historic center on a Stone Town walking tour that explores Zanzibar’s history and distinctive architecture, from a bustling local market to a Sultan’s palace-turned-museum. Sightseeing on foot means you can leave cars behind while following Stone Town's most narrow, winding streets, and a private tour ensures personalized service from the guide.

Get to where you need to go without a lot of hassle when you pre-book this private transfer service between Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) and your Stone Town accommodation. Whether you are just arriving in Zanzibar or departing, this service has you covered for all your transport needs.

Get the chance to spot Zanzibar's endemic red colobus monkeys in their natural habitat with a visit to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. You'll walk through the park, where you'll likely see all sorts of marine and land animals as well as colorful birds. This private tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Marvel at the stunning natural beach environment of Tanzania with this immersive blue experience. Cruise on a boat to the conservation region of Menai Bay to arrive at a natural sandbank. From here you'll have the opportunity to snorkel, sunbathe and sample fresh tropical fruit. Afterwards, head to a near-bye island to indulge in a freshly prepared seafood feast lunch.

Let a traditional wooden Zanzibari “dhow” boat take you to one of the island’s best snorkeling regions, which can be difficult to reach on your own, on this small-group snorkel cruise from Stone Town. Board your boat with an experienced crew and fellow guests, and look for wild dolphins as you sail to Menai Bay. Here, swim and snorkel near a mangrove island and visit the uninhabited islet of Kwale for lunch. Snorkel equipment is provided for added convenience.

Discover Zanzibar’s aromatic history on a half-day walking tour of Stone Town, setting out on foot so you can see Stone Town’s narrow, car-free streets and atmospheric corners. After convenient pickup at Zanzibar hotels, you’ll cover some of Stone Town’s highlights, from colonial landmarks to the Old Fort, the house where Freddy Mercury was born, and an Anglican Cathedral that marks the former site of a slave market.

Go beyond the beaches and discover Zanzibar's only national park on this private tour to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park. Spot different species of monkeys including the rare red colobus, and walk along pathway through a mangrove forest. afterward, you will visit a local village in Makunduchi then spend some time at Mtende, one of the island's most beautiful beaches.