<i>Zanzibar.</i> Say the name and you can almost smell the scent of spices blowing on the gentle trade winds. This exotic port off the coast of Tanzania offers travelers the hedonistic pleasures of white sand beaches and lapis waters, along with a fascinating fusion of culture and history.

Take a private Zanzibar tour and discover the island's enchantments with a friendly and knowledgeable local guide.

At the heart of Zanzibar is Stone Town, with its labyrinthine streets and bustling bazaars, reflective of its rich multi-cultural history. Persians, Arabs, Portuguese, Germans, British, Indians and Africans have all left their mark here. Zanzibar has the infamous historical distinction of being the centre of the slave trade in East Africa; your guide can explain some of this compelling history to you. Out of town, you can visit sparkling beaches, spice plantations, or perhaps one of the island's unique animal sanctuaries.

Enjoy exploring the island on your private Zanzibar tour!

Zanzibar

Stone Town tour takes you around the capital city of Zanzibar islands to experiences the uniqueness of cosmopolitans "Swahili cultural" which embodied with Arabia, Indian, European, and Portuguese influences.

Touring the old town is best for those visiting Zanzibar for the first time. With my assistance as an excellent guide knowing the narrow streets and the old fabrics of the buildings within the town that aged for more than 500 years old, I feel excited to narrate to you fascinating stories on the earliest modes of lives of Zanzibaris and the entire East African Coast, the Slave trade and rich history of famous people stepped their feet in the archipelagoes.

It's pleasure to be at a famous evening resort (Forodhani Park), where the golden hours (Sun Set) are widely observed while enjoying the local cuisine, along with the interaction of people from a different culture.

Tell you what this tour will blow your mind leaving you with everlasting memories!!

entrance fee for old (Anglican cathedral church) 

The Aerial view of Stone Town of Zanzibar

Half Day Tour - Zanzibar City Highlights

Zanzibar Astonishing - Stone Town Tour

The name Zanzibar refer to the archipelago of island in the Indian ocean, off the cost of mainland commonly called Zanzibar and pemba and other small islands.

After ousting the Portuguese, Oman Arabs ruled over Zanzibar but their influence wasn't really felt until 1804 when sayyid said bin sultan arrived from Oman and fell in love with this lush tropical island.

Stone town, also known as Mji mkongwe, is the old part of Zanzibar City, the main city of Zanzibar, in Tanzania. The newer portion of the city is known as Ng'ambo, Swahili for 'the other side'. Stone Town is located on the western coast of Unguja, the main island of the Zanzibar Archipelago.

Stone town is a narrow street because this is Arabian architecture. The old building is very close and allow the wind to cross on it this make stone town to be cool around on it.

The old darajani market is public market of stone town which built in 1904. This still working up today and help people to get their needs.

Stone town out is look like this so beautiful and attractive this course the people to a get their time to know and see them self the beautiful of this island.

Zanzibar Half Day City Tour

Historically Stone Town Tour

Spice Tour, Blue Lagoon, Starfish Atoll, The Rock Restaurant and Stone Town Evening Resort - Full Day Trip

This is a full-day customized tour designed to offer a glimpse of the Island by visiting the Spices plantation where you will know why Zanzibar is a so-called spice island. During the spice tour, I will be delighted to show you botanic gardens, exotic spices, unique tropical fruits and vegetables, and some spices that have medicinal values and are still used by locals to cure some maladies, some of them used daily in Swahili recipe while others apply as ornaments and decorations. Also, the Island may grant you a superb feeling by snorkelling in the warm, turquoise, crystal clear blue water of Blue Lagoon Atoll at Pingwe in Michamvi and, taking a small break at the Rock restaurant which leaves me speechless due to its mouth-watering classic Swahili dishes and finalize our day by exploring the charming evening resort of Stone Town.

A full- day Zanzibar Highlights

Portuguese was the first colon brought the spices in Zanzibar. The Oman arabs ruled over Zanzibar but their influence wasn't really felt until 1804 when Sayyid Said bin Sultan arrived from Oman and fell in love with this lush tropical island.
Spices and herbs were originally introduced to Zanzibar by Portuguese traders in the 16th century, brought from their colonies in South America and India.

This tour is customizable so please contact me.

Entrance fee for spice farm to the local community. 

Zanzibar is one among the amazing island in the world there are beautiful thing around the island. When you get a time to visit my island you get a time to see the local lipstick which local people use as cosmetic.

This is one among the beautiful spice that you can see around Zanzibar is very difficult to recognise it when it's close through me you will know everything.

Coconut leave hat is the one among the part of spice tour after finishing our tour you get a time to receive a gift from my assistant who make this for you.

Spice Tour with a Private Guide!

Zanzibar Spice Half Day Tour

Taste Local Fruit and Food, The Ultimate Spice Tour

The spices originated in Zanzibar are famous around the world and holidays in Zanzibar would not be much more colorful without having a time visit the spices plantations.

The moment you get the time and take a spice tour with me is the only way that will let you know why Zanzibar is so-called the spice island. During the spice tour, I will be delighted to show you botanic gardens, exotic spices, unique tropical fruits and vegetables, and some spices that have medical values and still used by local to cure some maladies, some of them used daily in Swahili recipe while others apply as ornaments and decorations.

What I love most about this experience is the deep connection and knowledge you will get about botanic life found in Zanzibar!

me with sofi from France after spice Tour

Explore Botanic Gardens, Unique Tropical Fruits and Vegetables in Zanzibar

Bagamoyo town is a place "where the ruins meet the Beach". Bagamoyo town is located 70 kilometers north of Dar es Salaam City, which is 1 hour and 50 minutes drive from Dar es Salaam City to arrive in Bagamoyo.

While in Bagamoyo, visitors will visit and see the historical sites of the Arab settlers as well as Germans and British colonial history in Tanzania. A town was famous for the slave trade and ivory during the 18th century in East Africa. Monuments, old churches, mosques, museums and the college of arts are some of the interesting places to see.

The architect of this itinerary lived in Bagamoyo town for more than 20 years. He know the town's history in deeply. He is ready to tell you every single story and all hidden gems. If interested to visit you can book the tour directly or email me.

18th Century Ivory and Slaves trade terminus.

BAGAMOYO TOWN TOUR - 8 HOURS

In 1893, Lloyd Mathews built the prison. The prison idea was to send violent criminals from the Tanganyika mainland to the Prison Island. The Prison Island ended up being used as a quarantine center, instead of a prison, for yellow fever epidemics that once raged through the region.

Prison Island remained in the ownership of the government which converted the newer quarantine buildings into a guest house.

In another part you will get a time to see the giant tortoises which grow up to 200 years old and they have a weight up to 200 kg you can feed them and and taking a photo with them.

The entrance fee for prison island for giant tortoise. 

Equipment for snorkeling around the island.

The tortoise tour

Prison Island Tour - Zanzibar

Trip To Prison Island the Home of The Giants

This trip has been carefully planned to provide you with an array of exciting activities that include feeding and petting the tortoises, snorkelling, swimming, sightseeing the beautiful scenic view of the island, walking around the beaches, taking photographs, bushwalking, and exploring the ancient Prison ruins.

As we journey through the island, I will regale you with mysterious stories and local lore related to the Island that make this trip so unique. The island's tortoises, despite being giants, have aged more than two centuries, and leave me flabbergasted. I find myself gazing at them without getting bored. The sanctuary not only features the tortoises but also dozens of colourful peacocks, reserved and shy elusive Zanzibar's duikers, and birds.

The island is covered with evergreen vegetation and scented seasonal flowers, making it a haven for nature lovers. Additionally, the island is encircled by crystal clear turquoise blue water that promises everlasting beauty.

This entrance fee per person at Prison Island that will include tickets and other concession fees.

A half-day wildlife experience - from the Shore of Stone Town to Prison Island home of the land Giant Tortoise

The authentic experience of preparing the Zanzibar traditional food will start at our local central market of Darajani where you will get a chance to do shopping of the ingredients of the menu of your choice with my presence, I shall assist you in negotiating the price and carry the ingredients. What I love most about this tour it gives a colorful experience of how Swahili cuisine is prepared.

The menu will include supu ya Pweza (Octopus soup), Urojo (Zanzibar Mixer), Pilau, Biriani, Samaki Pweza, or Kuku wa Kupaka (Coated Chicken) and Kamba wa Nazi (Coconut Prawns). The menu can include the desserts like Visheti and Kashata (Sweeties) alongside exotic juices from exotic fruits like Bungo , Starfruits, and coconut juices.

When the learning and preparation of the meals ends, the food will be served in Swahili traditional ways with light Taarab music that will give you the best feeling of enjoying the meal ever.

Full Day - Stone Town Food Tour

Swahili Delicious Cooking Tour

This experience is designed to offer valuable insight for those seeking deep knowledge and genuine information about the mystique of a rarer and famous gemstone known as TANZANITE, which is only found in Tanzania and believed to be a thousand times rarer than a diamond.

I did unimaginable research on Tanzanite due to the rise of many questions from the guests I met on where to find genuine Tanzanite Stone, what to consider, who is a reliable supplier, what the price range is, and more. I have decided to provide more than answers to these burning questions. This Tour is designed to enlighten and mesmerize you on the values of Tanzanite. Highlighting elements such as why it is such a rare gemstone, the complexities involved with its mining, the skills involved in cutting and polishing, and the stories and myths surrounding the rock


A Three Hours Experience for Discovering Tanzanite From Mines to Masterpieces

Gemstone Tour Tanzanite Tales from Zanzibar

3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS SAADANI NATIONAL PARK TOUR .

3 Days/ 2 Nights Saadani National Park tour is one of the unique tour suitable for short stay travellers. This is a wildlife safari to see the wildlife sanctuary which is found along the East African Coast. The park borders with the  Indian ocean on the East. Bagamoyo historical town where the ruins meet the Beach is found on the southern part of a park. Access to swim in evening after the game drive is available.    This tour takes 3 days/ 2 Nights. The architect of this itinerary has been offering guided tours to the Park for more than 16 years. He had undisputed knowledge of the park and the nearby village of Saadani. 

If you were looking a place away from the noises of the City to stay, and enjoy the wilderness environment, meals and drinks of choice for a short time' this itinerary is the right choice for you. Send me an email for more details.

A trip to see nature and the beach!

Experience a comprehensive a day - toiler made tour by immersing yourself in an extraordinary sea adventure by experiencing sailing in a grand Traditional Swahili wooden dhow that will drift you to areas around Menai Conservation where you will explore collections of small islets, sandbanks and reefs. Dive into the heart of the Indian Ocean for thrilling snorkelling marvelling at vibrant marine life and underwater wonders by witnessing dozens of colourful fishes and coral gardens.

This expedition shall be accompanied by mouthwatering Swahili classic dishes skilful combining fresh seafood platter and BBQ, aromatic island spices and, palatable exotic tropical fruits that will create an everlasting sense of enjoyment. Also, this expedition showcases other best Zanzibar offering like East Africa's oldest baobab, isolated sandbank and, a natural lagoon where you will have ample time for sunbathing, snorkelling and swimming around.

Island Best Sea Adventure - full day

Private Zanzibar Blue Safaris Expedition

2 Days/ 1 Night Saadani National Park tour is a special designed itinerary to meet the needs of travellers with short staying time in Dar es Salaam City. The tour is about traveling away from Dar es Salaam City to visit the wildlife sanctuary of Saadani National Park where the Bush is meeting the Beach. The park is located 130 kilometers from Dar es Salaam City making a total travel distance of 260 kilometers go and return. 

The park has several attractions to offer for tourists. Wild animals, Boat tour to see the hippos, crocodiles, birds and mangrove forest. The Guide has 16 years experience of escorting visitors to Saadani National Park. During a tour, your Guide will show you places of interest and explain to you the panoramic view, features and beautiful environment of the park in details. 

If you were looking for someone to organize your trip to Saadani National Park, just send me an email for booking discussion. Welcome!  

All Fees and taxes as mentioned from the itinerary. 

Visit the wildlife meeting the Beach.

2 DAYS/ 1 NIGHT SAADANI NATIONAL PARK TOUR. 

Private Mnemba Island Dolphin And Snorkelling Trip With Lunch

Embark on a magical adventure with the Dolphin Tour at Mnemba Island a once-in-a-lifetime experience that promises breathtaking encounters with these playful and intelligent marine mammals nestled off the northeast coast of Zanzibar, Mnemba Island sets the stage for an unforgettable aquatic adventure.

Cruise through crystal-clear waters surrounding Mnemba Atoll, a protected marine conservation area. The coral gardens here are a UNESCO World Heritage site, a visual feast for nature enthusiasts as your local Guide, I will brief you on the local ecosystem.

You can swim and play with bottlenose, spinner, and humpback dolphins. These species comprise around 75% of all wild dolphins spotted in these natural habitats. You will also discover a kaleidoscope of coral formations teeming with colourful fish through snorkelling.

Picnic Lunch on Mnemba Island
After the marine excursions, enjoy a picnic lunch on the pristine shores of Mnemba Island which provides the perfect backdrop for a leisurely and rejuvenated

Sea food lunch which include calamari, Octopus, Fillet fish, and Prawns service with french fries or coconut rice.

Swimming and Snorkelling at Mnemba Private Place ( End-beyond play ground) 

A Half-day Magical Aquatic Adventure

This tour is designed to offer you a memorable cycling adventure by exploring attractions located along the route which takes about 16 kilometers from the heart of Stone Town to the Kizimbani Spice farm. Hence, this cyclic adventure will include visiting the historical Town of Zanzibar, Maruhubi ruins, Mtoni palace ruins, Kidichi Persian Bath, and Kizimbani spice farm.
For me, the cyclist experience was more than a breathtaking moment to take a cycling adventure from the ancient historical Town of Zanzibar with building dated from the early 15th century and twist paddle of my bike along the narrow street of the town heading to Malawi road which leads to the most hidden gems of the island like Maruhubi ruins, Mtoni palace ruins, Kidichi Persian Bath and Kizimbani spice farm and I feel the fortune to share with you all mysterious history and local experiences and funny things associated with this entire quest.

mentioned price will be used for bicycle rental 

A full day cycling adventure - from the heart of Stone town to Kizimbani spice plantations

Zanzibar Cycling Adventure

Zanzibar Sunset Dhow Cruise - Private Tour

Enjoy a private dhow cruise at Stone Town's stunning coastline, absorbing the magnificent sunset this excursion will make your evening memorable since during cruising you will be spoilt with fresh grilled seafood and drinks. The cruise featured live cooking and traditional Swahili music that offered a soothing feeling and romantic ambience. A moment when sunset shades cast the colour of the sky from blue, pink, and purple, to magnificent golden colour and the boat slices slowly into the ocean and the sun leisurely sinks down the horizon our experienced captain will find the perfect spot to witness the stunning sunset.

During cruising, I will point out some of the significant landmarks of the city, tell you all stories and local lore at the same time answer all the questions that you ask. This private sunset cruise tour is the perfect way to propose set up, celebrate your honeymoon, strengthen family bonds, and celebrate any of your occasions.

Seafood platter + Drinks and others  Swahili delicious 

Zanzibar tours

Explore with 16 tours and 3 guides.

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$ 57 (USD)

Abdalla O.

$ 117 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 246 (USD)

Abdalla O.

$ 155 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 90 (USD)

Aloys Malekela

$ 440 (USD)

Abdalla O.

$ 171 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 165 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 180 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 85 (USD)

Aloys Malekela

$ 2,000 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 386 (USD)

Aloys Malekela

$ 1,800 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 230 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 125 (USD)

Maulid Omar A.

$ 191 (USD)

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