Zanzibar City tour
Zanzibar City tour
- 1 Day
- 8 Age
- Town Adventure
Price: $135/ person.
A 1-day Zanzibar City tour is an exciting way to explore the rich cultural heritage and stunning sights of Zanzibar’s capital. This tour typically includes visits to historical sites, local markets, and picturesque coastal views.
Zanzibar City Tour
Departure/Return Location: Your Hotel/Lodge
Departure Time: Please arrive by 7:15 AM for a departure at 7:30 AM.
Return Time: Approximately 7:30 PM.
Included:
- Entrance fees (for non-residents)
- Guided
- Car Hire
- Boat Cost
TOUR ITINERARY
Start the Day with a Visit to Stone Town: The day kicks off in the heart of Zanzibar City, Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through its narrow, winding streets and admire the blend of Arabic, Persian, Indian, and European architectural influences. Don’t miss the chance to explore the iconic House of Wonders, the Sultan’s Palace, and the Old Fort.
Explore the Spice Farms: Zanzibar is known as the “Spice Island,” so a visit to a spice farm is a must. Take a guided tour where you’ll be shown how cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and other spices are cultivated. Learn about their uses in cooking and medicine, and enjoy sampling fresh spices.
Visit the Spice Market: After the spice farm, head to the bustling Darajani Market in Stone Town. The market offers a variety of goods, from fresh produce and spices to handcrafted souvenirs. It’s a great place to engage with locals and experience Zanzibar’s vibrant atmosphere.
Lunch at a Beachside Restaurant: Enjoy a traditional Zanzibar lunch at one of the city’s beachside restaurants. Fresh seafood is the highlight here, with options like grilled fish, octopus, and prawns, often served with coconut rice and spicy sauces.
Relax at the Beaches: Spend the afternoon unwinding at one of Zanzibar’s pristine beaches, such as Forodhani Gardens or Nungwi Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe, or simply enjoy the beautiful views of the Indian Ocean.
End the Day with a Sunset Cruise: Finish off your day with a relaxing Dhow boat cruise. These traditional wooden boats offer a scenic view of the sunset over the Indian Ocean. Enjoy the serene ambiance while sipping on coconut water or a refreshing cocktail.
A Spice Tour in Zanzibar is a captivating journey through the island’s lush plantations, where visitors can explore the rich history and aroma of Zanzibar’s spice trade. Known as the “Spice Island,” Zanzibar produces a variety of spices, including cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla. During the tour, travelers get a hands-on experience, smelling, touching, and tasting fresh spices. Guides share insights into the cultivation, uses, and cultural significance of these spices. The tour often ends with a traditional Swahili lunch, offering a delicious taste of the island’s spices. It’s a unique and sensory-rich experience for all who visit Zanzibar.
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Unforgettable! - My family and I spent an amazing day at Nyerere national park with our excited and knowledgeable guide Jafari. He taught us a lot about the bigger and smaller animals... read more living inside of the national park and made the experience unforgettable. I would highly recommend this experience and guide to anyone who loves nature!
Count S
November 7, 2024Wonderful experience - What am amazing experience our 2 day safari was. I spent ages researching and was pleased to choose Plex. Edward, was great in responding really quickly to any questions... read more I had, all the staff were so friendly and helpful from Morris who dropped and collected us to the airport, to our safari guide Jafari, our drivers Eugenio, G and captain Kasimi in the boat they all ensured we had the best experience. All arrangements were stress free and were seamless.
The safari day inside the park was one we’ll never forget, we saw Giraffes, Antelopes, Impalas, Warthogs, Wilderbeast, Zebras, Hippos , Crocodiles, Baboons and our favourite Elephants. Our driver Eugenio was fantastic at taking us off the main roads to have the best chance of seeing so many animals and Jafari our guide was very knowledgable and informative. All the food was delicious and drinks were provided on the jeep. We were met at 8.30am off the plane and were dropped at the Selous lodge at 6.30pm, it was a whole day driving vast distances around the park, and the scenery and animals were fantastic. The Selous lodge was lovely, with a pool so a wonderful place to unwind. All the staff again were so friendly and helpful. Day 2 Jafari picked us up again and we went on a boat safari seeing hippos, crocodiles, and lots of wonderful birds, followed by a village tour to get a feel of local life in Tanzania and a school visit with lots of wonderfully curious children keen to show us their English and counting skills.
We had such an amazing experience, the Plex staff really did do their utmost to ensure we had a fantastic time. We felt it was good value for money. Just bear in mind the extra tips for the drivers, guide, captain etc It’s been the highlight of our holiday and an experience we’ll never forget. Thanks Plex!waders10
August 15, 2024Fantastic one-day safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar - We booked a one day safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar. Communication with Eddy beforehand was excellent, and everything was really well-organsed. The guides were great, really well-informed, and... read more we saw a good variety of wildlife, including lions. We would highly recommend Plex Africa Safaris.
Anna B
November 4, 2024 -
Great First Safari Experience! - What differentiated Plex from the other companies for us was their responsiveness during the booking process, also in the run-up to the safari starting and the transfer arrangements before and... read more after. Eddy always provided the required information and reassurance exactly when we needed it, regarding all of the key arrangements.
When we arrived in Neyere we were met off the plane by the Guide (Omary) and Driver (Keresa) and the safari began almost immediately as we drove into the National Park and began to observe a wonderful array of animals. Omary was extremely knowledgeable regarding their identification and behaviour (which included the stunning birdlife). He was also flexible and adapted to what we wanted to see (this included the wonderful old Baobab trees that he knew I loved). He also has great observational skills and was able to identify highly camouflaged rare birds from a long distance (e.g. Nightjar).
We stayed at the Selous Safari Lodge which we would also highly recommend. The staff were fantastic and made us feel so welcome. The rooms are well equipped and comfortable and we enjoyed swimming in the pool. Breakfast and dinner were also of a high standard.
Overall we had a great experience with Plex and would have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who are looking for a great African safari experience!BARRY L
November 18, 2024An unforgettable adventure! - We did a one-day safari with Plex Africa Safari. From the first communication everything went smoothly. The questions we asked for the organization of our day trip were answered quickly... read more and correctly. Everything was well organised, from the pick-up at the hotel, the safari and the return journey to our hotel. The safari was amazing. Jafari was our amazing guide and took our wishes into account. He answered all of our questions and was very patient when we took photos. Jafari also had a lot of knowledge of the animals that live in Nyerere and told us all about them with lots of enthousiasm. Breakfast at the Baobab tree was super nice and lunch was very tasty. We would definitely recommend this day trip and our guide to any nature lovers.
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November 7, 2024Amazing experience seeing wild animals up close - Plex Africa arranged everything 100% perfect. We were in a two day trip in Nyerere National Park. Communication was smooth, taxi drivers were right in time for pick up, speak... read more good English and are polite and professional. We travelled with two heavy luggage full of diving gear. The luggage was too big to take in the small plane so our driver Morris offered to take them to his home and picked us up next day from the airport with the luggage and drove to our hotel. In Nyerere our guide Songoro went over and beyond for finding the best spots to see animals and action up close during the game drive. I can highly recommend!
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October 16, 2024
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