Tanzania · Up-Close Animal Experiences

8-Hour Jozani Forest and Spice Farm Tour with Sea Turtle Swim

8 Hours Round trip from HF57+W3 Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 See Zanzibar's endemic red colobus monkeys and Sykes' monkeys in Jozani Forest
02 Walk the local wooden bridge through the mangroves and spot fish below
03 Discover different spices at Kijichi village and watch local spice farm activities
04 Taste tropical fruits and watch local people climb coconut trees
05 Observe, feed, and swim near sea turtles at Salaam Cave while learning about conservation

Explore Jozani Forest to see Zanzibar's endemic red colobus monkeys and blue monkeys in their natural habitat, then continue to a spice farm in Kijichi village to discover different spices and local farming activities. Taste tropical fruits, watch local people climb coconut trees, and learn how spices are used in cooking and daily life. The tour also takes you to Salaam Cave to observe and swim near sea turtles while learning about conservation and rehabilitation efforts.

Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters, where graceful turtles glide effortlessly around you.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zanzibar, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Jozani Forest, Salaam Cave, and Spice Farm Experience

Zanzibar is the only place where you can see red colobus monkeys and many other species, including Sykes' monkeys. Your guide will help you find them and share insights into their habits.
At the spice farm, you will enjoy seeing and tasting different spices while local people show and explain how they use them for cooking and other purposes.
You will also see the daily activities of local people in the spice farm area. During the tour, you will taste tropical fruits, and it will be even more enjoyable to watch local people climbing coconut trees.
After the spice farm, continue directly to the cave, where sea turtles are cared for in a safe environment for these magnificent creatures.
Visitors have the opportunity to learn about sea turtle conservation and rehabilitation programs and observe the turtles up close.
Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters, where graceful turtles glide effortlessly around you. Our expert guides will provide fascinating insights into these gentle creatures as you swim alongside them and experience the mystical allure of Salaam Cave.

End of the tour.