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Zanzibar Adventures

Mahir Al-Mauly

Mahir Al-Mauly

27 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Zanzibar, where ancient marvels and breathtaking landscapes await. Discover the vibrant culture at the Zanzibar Spice Community Shop and witness the wonders of nature at Cheetah's Rock. Immerse yourself in history at the People's Palace Museum and House of Wonders. Get lost in the enchanting Zanzibar Butterfly Centre and explore the mystical Jozani Forest. Uncover the dark past at the Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral. Relax on the pristine beaches of Changu Island and indulge in the rejuvenating Hamamni Persian Baths. Finally, experience paradise at Mnemba Island and Nungwi Beach. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to Zanzibar

Day 1Exploring the Vibrant Culture and Ancient Wonders
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$57

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$ 1

Dhow Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Zanzibar Spice Community Shop
Based in a colorful market, this company sells flavored tea, organic soaps & local spices.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
44 - 53 min

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Cheetah's Rock
ZIPA-accredited educational wildlife rescue & conservation center known for its cheetah tours.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
38 - 46 min

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People's Palace Museum
Museum in 19th-century palace with exhibitions on the history of Khalifa bin Harub's sultanate.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
2 - 3 min

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House of Wonders
The grand former palace of a sultan, offering visitors gardens & a clocktower.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$19
Day 2Immersing in Nature's Beauty and Uncovering Dark History
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$32

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$ 2

Dhow Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 min

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Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
Hundreds of native butterflies inhabit this netted tropical garden offering guided tours.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Jozani Forest
This compact national park features lush woods, abundant wildlife & guided nature trails.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
64 - 77 min

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Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$13
Day 3Relaxing on Pristine Beaches and Indulging in Rejuvenation
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$69

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$ 1

Dhow Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Changu Island
Reached by private boat, this island once housed a prison & is home to many giant tortoises.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
Hamamni Persian Baths
Guided tours are available of this historic former bath complex built for a sultan.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$6
Day 4Experiencing Paradise on Mnemba Island and Nungwi Beach
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$125

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$ 2

Dhow Palace Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

79 - 95 min

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Mnemba Island
Private resort island with scuba diving, snorkeling & other activities available to guests.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$125
49 - 59 min

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Nungwi Beach
White-sand beach at Nungwi village on Zanzibar island offering swimming, snorkeling & diving.
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $286 In total

Activities & Food:$282
Transport:$4