Zanzibar: Stone town tour, Jozani forest & Salaam cave. Tour with hotel pick up and drop-off included
ID: GYG1103838-O-1709848
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore Stone Town, Jozani Forest, and swim with turtles in Salaam Cave on this guided tour. Learn about Zanzibar's history, spot wildlife, and support sea turtle conservation efforts.
Begin your adventure with a visit to stone Town, the oldest part of Zanzibar City. Explore historical sites, including the slave markets, bustling daily markets, and charming narrow streets. Relive the grander age of this port city as you stroll through the twisting streets and look at former palaces, Sultan’s Palace, and Arab mansions.
Next, head to Jozani Forest, a 44 sq km area that comprises groundwater forest, coastal forest, grassland, mangroves, and salt marsh. Walk through this impressive flora and fauna, home to a wide variety of mammals, birds, and butterflies.
Spot the unique red colobus monkeys, known for their friendly nature and distinctive appearance. Learn about their diet, which consists only of green and young fruits and vegetables. Keep an eye out for other forest species like the dik-dik, elephant shrew, and chameleons.
Finally, head to Salaam Cave in Kizimkazi Village, known for its sea turtle conservation efforts. The cave houses and cares for sea turtles, providing a safe environment for these magnificent creatures. Learn about sea turtle conservation and rehabilitation programs, as well as observe the turtles up close.
Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters, where graceful turtles glide effortlessly around you. Your expert guides will provide fascinating insights into these gentle creatures as you swim alongside them.
End of the tour.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history of Stone Town on a guided walking tour
- Explore Jozani Forest and spot red colobus monkeys in their natural habitat
- Learn about sea turtle conservation efforts at Salaam Cave in Kizimkazi
- Swim alongside graceful turtles in the crystal-clear waters of the caveDiscover the vibrant marine life and mystical allure of Salaam Cave
- Discover the vibrant marine life and mystical allure of Salaam Cave
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
.Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring swimwear for swimming with turtles
Sunscreen is recommended
Non-swimmers may not participate in swimming activities.
INCLUDED
- Entry tickets
- Bottle of water
- Professional guide
- Sea weed for feeding turtles
- Hotel Transport to and from the starting point available (if option selected).
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.
