Itinerary

1. Day 1: Spice Farm and Jozani Forest

   • Begin with pick-up from your hotel or central meeting point in Zanzibar.

   • Visit a Spice Farm and explore the origins of Zanzibar’s spice trade.

   • See, touch, and smell spices like cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.

   • Taste seasonal tropical fruits and freshly harvested spices.

   • Learn why Zanzibar is known as the "Spice Island."

   • Proceed to Jozani Forest, approximately a 40-minute drive from Stone Town.

   • Walk through the tropical forest with a local guide.

   • Spot red colobus monkeys, native to Zanzibar.

   • Explore mangrove swamps along the boardwalk trail.

   • Return to Stone Town in the late afternoon.

   • Enjoy dinner at a rooftop restaurant such as Taarab while watching the sunset.

2. Day 2: Stone Town Exploration

   • Start the day with a guided walking tour of Stone Town.

   • Visit the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Darajani Market, and Freddie Mercury's House.

   • Learn about the cultural blend of Arab, Indian, African, and European influences.

   • Admire Stone Town’s famous carved wooden doors and narrow alleys.

   • Stop for lunch at a local restaurant such as The Silk Route or Lukmaan.

   • Spend the afternoon exploring markets, local galleries, or historical sites.

   • Optionally visit the Palace Museum or Princess Salme Museum.

   • Take a sunset dhow cruise around Stone Town in the evening.

   Stay overnight in Stone Town or at a nearby hotel.

3. Day 3: Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach

   • Depart by boat to Prison Island (Changuu Island), about 30 minutes from Stone Town.

   • Explore the old prison ruins and learn about its colonial history.

   • Visit the sanctuary for giant Aldabra tortoises, many over 100 years old.

   • Snorkel in clear waters around the coral reef.

   • Continue by boat to Nakupenda Beach (Nakupenda Sandbank).

   • Relax on the pristine sandbank surrounded by turquoise ocean.

   • Enjoy a beach BBQ lunch featuring lobster, fresh fish, octopus, and tropical fruits.

   • Swim, snorkel, or sunbathe in this tranquil setting.

   • Return to Stone Town in the late afternoon.

   • Have dinner at one of Stone Town’s recommended restaurants.

4. Day 4: Dolphin Tour and Free Time

   • Begin the day with an early morning transfer to Kizimkazi.

   • Take a boat trip in search of wild dolphins in their natural habitat.

   • Observe dolphins and, depending on conditions, swim alongside them.

   • Spend time relaxing or swimming at Kizimkazi Beach.

   • Eat lunch at a beachfront restaurant and enjoy fresh seafood.

   • Return to Stone Town for free time or optional activities.

   • Visit local markets, explore nearby beaches, or revisit a spice farm.

   • Conclude the tour with drop-off at your hotel or Zanzibar Airport.