ZANZIBAR: Dolphins tour, Spice farm & Prison island
ID: GYG1014357-1569624
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the best of Zanzibar on a full-day tour. Swim with dolphins in the Mnemba Conservation Area, visit a spice farm, and see the Aldabra Giant Tortoise sanctuary on Prison Island.
After being picked up from your hotel, head to Mnemba Island. Hop on a boat and cruise around the island, searching for dolphins. If you're lucky, you might be able to swim with them. If it's low tide, cruise to the sandbank.
Next, visit a spice farm and learn about Zanzibar's most common spices. Discover how the islands produce cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and black pepper. Your guide will give you more information about how the spices are grown and used in local medicine and dishes.
See spices like vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg. Touch, smell, and taste the spices and herbs directly from the plants. Enjoy tasting fresh tropical fruits on the tour.
Then, take a boat to Prison Island, also called Changuu in Swahili. Learn about the island's history as a prison for rebellious slaves in the 1860s. See the Aldabra Giant Tortoise sanctuary, home to a 200-year-old resident.
Feed and touch the tortoises and learn about their history of Zanzibar.Afterward, return to your hotel.
END OF THE TOUR
Highlights
- Taste several delicious tropical fruits and learn about their health benefits
- See spices such as curry, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and pepper
- Visit the Aldabra Giant Tortoise sanctuary on Prison Island and feed the animals
- Enjoy a boat ride to Mnemba Island and the Prison Island from Forodhani Sailing
- Swim with dolphins in the Mnemba Conservation Area on a snorkeling tour
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Participants should be comfortable in water for snorkeling activities.
The tour is subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled or canceled in case of bad weather.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
Bring your own snorkeling gear if you prefer using your own.
Remember to bring cash for personal expenses as not all places accept credit cards.
INCLUDED
- Entry fees
- Snorkeling equipments
- Professional tour guide
- Hootel pickup and drop-off
- Boat cruise to Mnemba and prison island
- Tropical fruit tasting at the Spice Farm
- Learning about various herbs and spices
NOT INCLUDED
- Extra expenses
- Tips(Optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
