5 Days Zanzibar – Unguja Island Holiday
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On this short African excursion and trip, you will explore the beautiful island of Zanzibar. It is part of the Great country of Tanzania and its situated in the Indian Ocean.
Zanzibar is one of Africa’s most romantic and luxurious Indian Ocean resort destination with remarkable attractions, activities and scenery. It’s a perfect hideaway for relaxations and romantic experiences because of its palm fringed white sandy beaches and resorts. It holds a strong appeal for honeymooners, leisure seekers and those that look for simple relaxation getaways. It is a perfect resort destinations for short excursions or as an add-on after your wildlife safari across East Africa or Tanzania in particular.
Zanzibar Island is an awe-inspiring destination for beach activities and relaxation, cultural experiences, scenery, marine and other intriguing tourist experiences. So more to its charm are the beautiful warm-salty turquoise azures good for swimming experiences.
So on this, 4 nights Zanzibar Island excursion, you will explore the Stone town, Jozani forest and Spice Island among other features. You will enjoy a sunset dhow cruise and more fun activities like swimming, beach relaxation and diving from the resort.
Package Itinerary
Welcome to the Remarkable Island of Zanzibar! You will be warmly received by our guide or representative on the day of arrival at Zanzibar airport, who will then transfer you to your overnight accommodation.
Overnight (o/n): Zanzibar Beach Resort (Luxury) /Antonio Garden Hotel (Mid-range). Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Today after breakfast, you will embark on an amazing tour on and around the culturally and historically endowed Stone town which holds a world heritage status from UNESCO. It is the cultural heartbeat of Zanzibar where you will encounter various historical and cultural sites. You will visit the National museum where you will find vestiges of early explorers and Sultans, wildlife among other relics. You will also visit different buildings of interest like the House of Wonders, Old Fort, the Cathedral Church of Christ and others.
A boat trip to the Prison Island is worth for today’s adventure.
Later in the day, return to the resort and enjoy/ relax at the beach side.
O/n: Zanzibar Beach Resort (Luxury) /Antonio Garden Hotel (Mid-range). Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Today after breakfast, you will embrace a 30-40 minute drive southeast of Stone town to Jozani forest at Chwaka Bay Reserve where you will encounter a variety of forest species. At an area of about 50 Sq.km, the reserve offers stunning forest and wildlife escapes such as nature walks and south of the park/reserve is an elevated boardwalk running through the mangroves offering remarkable sights of tropical fish species.
You will be able to encounter some species of primates present in the forest like the Red Colobus Monkeys, Sykes Blue Monkey, Bush Baby among other wildlife like Birds and small mammals.
In the late afternoon, have a lunch break an transfer north of the Island to the resort and spend the rest of the day lazing around the beach and the island, maximize your evening as you wish.
O/n: Sunshine Marine lodge (Luxury) /Kena Beach Hotel (Mid-range). Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Have an early breakfast and transfer for a flawless spice walking tour of Zanzibar. The island of Zanzibar is known for its vibrant spice industry, introduced by the Oman Arabs and has grown fundamentally over the years to support the Island’s economy through tourism and processing. On a locally guided experience, you will walk through the various plantation fields used for spices such as Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Black pepper, Garlic, Turmeric, Vanilla and many others, much is to be learnt on this walk.
In the late afternoon, you will prepare to take on a breathtaking sunset Dhow cruise on a traditional Arab dhow as you take in the beautiful sights of nature under the golden lit skies and on the waters of the Indian Ocean. Retire for the night at the resort.
O/n: Sunshine Marine lodge (Luxury) /Kena Beach Hotel (Mid-range). Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Start with a hearty breakfast, and later you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast. End of Safari
Note: * Safari Starts and Ends in Zanzibar || *Please Book Flights departing after 1000hrs
Include
*All activity fees unless labeled as optional
*Ground Transportation in 4X4 vehicle with English speaking guide/driver
*Round trip Airport or Hotel transfers
*Drinking mineral water in the car, Meals as the itinerary details
*Accommodation during the tour and on Bed & Breakfast basis on day of arrival
*Government VATs like on accommodation
*AMREF Air Evacuation Cover
Exclude
*Tourist Visa fees (visa can be arranged on request)
*Accommodation on last day/ Post Tour Accommodation [can be arranged on request if necessary]
*Airline tickets [arranged on request]
*Tips, Gratuities and expenses of personal nature
*Travel insurance
*Any extras