Zanzibar: Jozani Forest, Butterfly Center, & Beekeeping Tour
ID: GYG1013529-1568619
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Explore Jozani Forest, visit a butterfly center, and learn about sustainable beekeeping on a guided tour. Discover Zanzibar's rich biodiversity and enjoy Swahili snacks with pure natural honey.
Begin your adventure at the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, a community-based conservation project. Witness a vibrant display of native butterfly species in a lush tropical garden. Learn about sustainable butterfly farming and the importance of preserving Zanzibar’s rich biodiversity.
Next, head to Jozani Forest, the island’s only national park and a biodiversity hotspot. Explore its diverse ecosystems, including swamp forests, mangroves, and coral rag forests. Keep an eye out for the rare and endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkey, as well as other unique creatures like elephant shrews, mangooses, and blue monkeys.
Finally, visit the Zanzibar Beekeeping Association (ZABA) in Kitogani village. Discover sustainable beekeeping practices and learn how local communities are empowered through training. Sample different bee products and enjoy delicious Swahili snacks before concluding your tour.
Highlights
- Discover the vibrant butterfly species at a tropical garden
- Explore Jozani Forest, home to the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey
- Learn about sustainable beekeeping practices at the ZABA
- Enjoy delicious Swahili snacks as you relax at the end of the tour
- Support local livelihoods through sustainable butterfly farming
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking
Bring insect repellent to protect against bites
Be prepared for tropical weather conditions
Meet at your Hotel or any destination you are . Your driver will be there for you
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Jozani Forest
- Visit to butterfly garden
- Visit to Zanzibar Beekeeping Association
- Cultural Swahili snacks
- Hotel pick up and take off
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.
