Zanzibar

6 Day Zanzibar Beach & Cultural Tour

This 6 day tour of Zanzibar focuses strikes a balance between relaxing on a beach and submerging in the rich cultural and historical aspects that Zanzibar has. It includes time in Stonetown as well as on the spice plantations and beaches and this beautiful East African island country.

Day 1 - Arrive Stonetown, Zanzibar

Pick up from Zanzibar airport or harbor to Stone town hotel. Overnight in Stone Town on Bed & Breakfast basis

Day 2 - Day tour of Stonetown, Zanzibar

Depart for a guided town tour. This tour takes you through narrow streets of the Old stone town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People’s Palace), Dr Livingstone’s House and the Arab Fort amongst others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will see Zanzibar’s bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and mosques! You will have free time in the afternoon for you to explore further on your own or to relax. In the evening, depart from the hotel for a sunset cruise along Stone Town waterfront. Stop at Forodhani gardens for a glance at the evening life. Dinner at a local restaurant.  Overnight in Stone Town.

Day 03 - Tour to the Spice Plantations of Zanzibar

Depart from the hotel and transfer to Kizimbani Village for a spice tour, where you will have the opportunity to see spices like cloves, Cinnamon, Black pepper, Nutmeg, turmeric root, actually growing in the plantations. Other tropical fruits such as jack fruit, custard, apple, Rambutan, Carambola can also be seen and tasted. Furthermore you will see plants like the Henna bush, Lipstick tree and Lemongrass. Finally you will visit the Kidichi Persian Baths that were built by the first Sultan of Zanzibar named Sultan Said Said bin Sultan in 1850 and Maruhubi Palace Ruins built by the third Sultan of Zanzibar named Sultan Said Baraghash Bin Said in 1880 which were built especially for housing 99 of his harem. Lunch is included. After lunch, you will be transferred to the beach hotel on the East coast. Accommodation on Half Board basis is included

Day 4 & 5 - Relax on the beach in Zanzibar

Spend days at leisure on the beaches of the East Coast or at the resort’s swimming pool. Scuba diving or diving course for beginners are available (at an additional cost) at most of the beach resorts in Zanzibar. Accommodation on Half Basis is included

Day 6 - Tour ends in Stonetown

After breakfast transfer to the airport for flight back home after your exciting African holiday.

2011 Pricing (quoted in USD) Using Zanzibar Serena & Blue Bay Beach Resort

Jan - Mar and 11 Jun to Dec 2011
1 PAX     1544
2 PAX     1363
3 PAX     1298
4 PAX     1273
5 PAX     1253
6 PAX     1237
Single Room Supplement     364

Apr to 10 Jun 2011
1 PAX     1209
2 PAX     1027
3 PAX     960
4 PAX     934
5 PAX     913
6 PAX     896
Single Room Supplement     93

Seasonal surcharges for Bluebay Resort may apply

Price Includes
Accommodation and meals as stipulated on each itinerary
Ground transportation with an English speaking driver/guide
Sightseeing as per itinerary – where indicated
Entry fees for sightseeing indicated

Price Excludes
Airport or border transfers – unless stated otherwise on the itinerary
Visas (currently US$ 50 per person)
Gratuities
Inoculations and personal insurance
Any internal flights and departure taxes (with Tanzania)
International flights and departure taxes
Optional activities and excursions
Items of personal nature such as beverages, telephone, postage etc..
Holiday (Christmas, Easter) and other seasonal surcharges