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Zanzibar
Zanzibar is a historic group of Islands and has
for centuries been an important part of the East
African trade and in the past as hub for the
slave trade. Zanzibar is divided into two main
islands, Pemba and Unguja. Pemba North in the
archipelago and is less well known, while the main
island of Unguja is that tourists call Zanzibar.
For you who have always wanted to travel to
Zanzibar for the long golden white beaches you
will find the best ones at the North of the island,
but please note that it might be shallow waters,
and a lot of tourists enjoying in the same area.
On the northeastern coast, Matemwe is situated,
and many of our travelers like it better here as
then they also want to be close to the culture and
villages, especially those travelling with children
can go a trip to the village and play football with
the local children.
The East Coast is known for its extreme the tidal
differences, and on low tide, you will go a long
way out of the beach before you get wet on your
legs, but it is very good to go swimming at the
high tide, which is also good for the various water
sports in the area – especially in Paje.
South Zanzibar there are less touristic and both
on South East and on South West beach areas
of the island, we have some wonderful intimate
lodges for you to enjoy your honeymoon, or a
very special holiday journey, and would like a lodge
feeling versus hotel experience. In Stone Town, we
recommend also to have a night or two for those
who want to feel the vibrant Swahili culture.
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Stone Town Tour
Spice Tour
The three - hours guided tour begins and ends up at your hotel where you will
walk/driven to the city market that opened in 1904. Here you will be able to see
and buy tropical fruits, fresh spices, exotic soap bars, or other traditional “house
holding” items. You will also feel the pulse of Zanzibar and hear different dialects
being spoken by the people at the market..
Tropical fruits, spices and other rare plants are among the different vegetation
you will be able to see in this guided tour. It is not only a tour but also a rare
experience to realize why Zanzibar are called the “Spice Island”.
From there we proceed to the Anglican
Church of Christ built by Bishop Steers
in 1874 on the site of old slave market.
You will see the room where slaves were
kept (slave chambers) before reaching the
auction table in the Old slave market. From
there you go for the National Museum of
Zanzibar that opened 1925, to see many
interesting relics from the time of the
Sultans and the early explores.
Your guide will also take you for a drive
along the beach road up to Forodhani
Gardens where you will see the Old British
Consulate (the house where the body of
late Dr. Living stone was kept and later sent
to Britain). Also the Arab Fort built (1700),
the House of Wonders (built in 1883) National
Museum of Zanzibar, High Court Building, Old
German Consulate, Africa House - (former
English Club) Tip Tip House, Kelele Square, Old
British Consulate, Orphanage Home, Old Fort,
Forodhani Gardens, House of Wonders (Current
National Museum), Sultan Palace (Palace
Museum) former French Hotel in Zanzibar,
Custom House, Old Dispensary, Old Harbor
will be among the topics of this guided tour in
Zanzibar. Extend your tour to include a visit to
one of Zanzibar’s many exotic spice farms.
plant, henna bush, ylang-ylang, the lipstick
tree, cocoa, and coffee trees amongst
others.
Advices for the tour:
Today you are moving and walking in the cultural areas of Zanzibar, and we advise all
to dress proper in respect to the Muslim culture and habits. Wear something that cover
your shoulders, and something that go below your knees.
Advices for the tour:
Today you are moving and walking in the countryside and we advise all to dress proper in
respect to the Muslim culture and habits. Wear something that cover your shoulders, and
something that go below your knees.
Good shoes/sandals for walking is also an advantage.
Good shoes/sandals for walking is also an advantage.
Normal starting time: 09:00
Duration: 3 hours
We often recommend combining the Stone Town tour with a Spice Tour.
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Get the magical smells and taste the varieties
of tropical fruit s and spices as well as seeing
the local peoples at their pulse.
The tour starts with a drive through a profusion
of greenery in the countryside seeing, smelling
and tasting a variety of spices and mouthwatering tropical seasonal fruits such as jack
fruit, pineapple, banana, green coconut juice,
dourian, love apple, litche, soursop and so on.
Spices such as cloves, cardamon, cinnamon,
black pepper, turmeric, vanilla, and nutmeg are as exotic as the flavor!
A full tour involves much more than spices, and
you will also have a chance to see the iodine
Normal starting time: 09:00 or 13.00
Duration: 4-5 hours
We often recommend combining the Spice Tour with a Stone Town tour.
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Prison Island
Sandbank Tour
Starting the excursion from your hotel in the morning takes you first to the
port, and then with a small boat out to the small island off the western coast of
Zanzibar. This historical Island was formerly owned by an Arab and used for the
confinement of refractory slaves.
Extend your Prison Island trip to include the magic of Pange Island (Sandbank).
This a “nowhere” island that twice a day disappear into the crystalline water by
high tide.
General Mathews and the jail (goal) which
still stands was built in 1893 and hence
the name “Prison Island”.
There you can see and feed Aldabra’s giant
turtles that were brought by the Sultan
Said Majid, visit the old slave prison ruins,
swim, sunbathing and snorkeling. Today
this island has a small bar where you can
get refreshments and a beach resort for
tourists. Extend your tour to include a
visit to one of Zanzibar’s mystic sandbank
islands.
It is a relaxing place where you can go
snorkeling to uncover the treasures of the
Indian Ocean, or just enjoy a delightful lunch
with a variety of local fruits, beverages and
snacks. We will provide you with the necessary
equipment.
We also arrange Sandbank tours out from
other destinations like Fumba, Nungwi, Paje or
Matemwe.
Advices for the tour:
When entering and exiting the boat you will most likely tread in the water – so wear the
right footwear and something that will not get wet when your ankles go in. Also bring
your swimming gear.
Advices for the tour:
When entering and exiting the boat you will most likely tread in the water – so wear the
right footwear and something that will not get wet when your ankles go in. Also bring
your swimming gear and snorkeling equipment if you have your own.
Normal starting time: 09:00 or 13:00
Normal starting time: 09:00 or 13.30
Duration: 4 hours
We often recommend extending this trip to do a Sandbank tour if the tide allow for it.
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Duration: 2 hours
We often recommend this trip as an extension to our Prison Island tour.
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Safari Blue
Culture Tour
You will be starting your day with a drive from your hotel to Fumba village,
Coconut Palms, Thatching, Baskets, Weaving, pottery, Grinding Millets, rice,
the wildlife, isolated sandbanks and rugged island scenery of the Menai Bay
Aroma and Incense, Construction of local Homes, Bread Making, Spices, Banana
south west of Stone Town. Fumba is the most convenient location for exploring
Conservation Area Safari Blue is a full day boat trip in traditional hand built
sailing dhows finished to the very highest standards of comfort and safety.
General Mathews and the jail (goal) which
sThe day includes dolphin watching,
guided snorkeling with top quality Cressi
snorkelling equipment, ice cold sodas,
mineral water and beer. Lunch is served at
our deserted island restaurant and includes
a delicious Zanzibari seafood lunch with
grilled fish and slipper lobster, gastronomic
fruit tasting, coffee and Amarula liqueur.
Take a swim through the mangrove
lagoon forest, a sail in an ngalawa, climb
an ancient baobab tree and then finish
the day off by returning to Fumba by
traditional sail. You will be equipped with
necessary equipment.
Coconut Rope Making, Coconut Palm Climbing, Local Cuisine Cooking, Zanzibar
Plantations, Seasonal Fruits, Local Koran Schools, Local Traditional Music/Songs
and Dancers.
The four-hour guided tour begins and ends at
your hotel where you will be driven to FUONI on
outskirts of Zanzibar Town. On this tour you will
get to know the true culture of the Zanzibari
life. At your last stop you will be welcomed by
drumbeats with traditional drums and beat. You
will enjoy some refreshing fruits of the season
and mineral water before you are challenged to
participate in the drum session.
Advices for the tour:
When entering and exiting the boat you will most likely tread in the water – so wear the
right footwear and something that will not get wet when your ankles go in. Also bring
your swimming gear and snorkeling equipment if you have your own.
Advices for the tour:
Dress normal and respectful – below shoulders and knees. We are visiting some local
people and homes.
Normal starting time: 08:00 depending on your hotel
Normal starting time: 09:00 or 13.30
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 3 hours
We often recommend this trip as an extension to our Prison Island tour.
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Water Sports
“Sky is the limit!
Have fun in some of
the most beautiful
beaches in the world...”
SCUBA DIVING
KITING
If you are a beginner or an experiences
diver, or if you always had a dream of
taking a scuba diving course, then Zanzibar
definitely the place to experience the
underwater world by being one of the
words best places to dive. The crystal
clear tropical waters surrounding the
islands of Zanzibar are home to some
of the world’s most diverse sea life and
colorful reefs. We have contacts with all
serious dive centers and will always be able
to recommend you where to go!
If you are a beginner or an experienced kiter
Zanzibar is the perfect place for your kiting
experience. You find perfect conditions both
for the once that want to learn, and for the
highly experienced once. Shallow waters, sandy
bottoms and constant winds are what Zanzibar
has to offer. The reef protects the inside and
gives amazing waves to surf in.
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Mapenzi Beach
Sea Cliff Resort & Spa
The hotel boasts 120 bedrooms - lush tropical
fragrant gardens-more sparkling swimming
pools-an abundance of many cultural dishes
and, most importantly, incredibly welcoming
and helpful staff. The resort is located on the
Northwestern coast of the exotic island of
Zanzibar, and a convenient location just 20
minutes from the historic and eclectic Stone
Town.
GOLF
The magnificent 9-hole, 18-tee course will
include exquisite fairways, a natural water
feature, elevation changes and natural tropical
colors and terrain with majestic coconut palms
and with exquisite views of the Indian Ocean. A
perfect setting for a World Class course - and
the only one on the island of Zanzibar.
HORSE
In addition to the many different activities, the
hotel offers also horse happy guests, both adults
and children, a unique horseback adventure in
exotic locations. Especially popular are for sure
the sunset horseback riding on the beach.
Our recommendation: despite the fact that the
hotel does not have a lot of beach to enjoy,
it have great children’s amenities that make it
great for families who want to be close to the
Stone Town.
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While you admire the luxurious gardens with
ALL INCLUSIVE
sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean, the 87
• Soft drinks, juice, local beer, selected wine,
tall palm trees and colorful bougainvillea or the
deluxe rooms of Diamonds Mapenzi Beach Club
ensure that you see the sheer beauty of tropical
nature.
Stroll through the gardens to the emerald
waters of the Indian Ocean, stretch out on a
sun lounger, swim in the blue swimming pool or
challenge yourself in one of the many activities
or water sports activities offered by the local
task team.
Dining options include a main buffet restaurant,
a beach pizzeria, and a ‘ la carte restaurant and
two bars serving refreshing drinks, snacks and
cocktails in the evening.
• Lunch, breakfast and dinner
water, tea and coffee are served during meals
• Hibiscus Pool Bar serves snacks, soft drinks,
juices, local beer, selected wine, tea, coffee,
mineral water, spirits and drinks. Premium
liquor and imported liquor is served at extra
cost.
• Water gym, stretching, non-professional
windsurfing equipment, canoe, beach volley,
beach soccer, table tennis, darts and indoor
games, tennis court, evening entertainment
program, disco
• Beach towels, sun beds and parasols
• Wi-Fi connection in the lobby area
Our recommendation: very affordable “all
inclusive” hotel that suits well for all who want
to have good service and value for money.
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Star of the East
La Gemma dell’Est
Surrounded by exotic tropical gardens and
water features invite guests to enjoy the
pristine views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel
is located on the Northwestern coast of the
magical Zanzibar.
This enchanting, luxurious and eco-friendly
hotel has a total of 138 rooms, all with private
terrace and sea views. The 4 restaurants, 3
bars and Oriental Café offers a large selection
of international and local cuisine, which
combines the remarkable service with culinary
excellence.
For the active guests, or for guests who mixes
business with pleasure, offer extra facilities:
an international diving center, a fully equipped
water sports center, an open air gym, the
Spherique Boutique, Baobab Congress Centre,
and Mvua African Rain Spa.
ALL INCLUSIVE
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Butler service and room service menu included
in the Villa Club rooms and Presidential Suite
• Soft drinks, house wine, local beer, juice, water,
tea, coffee served during meals
• Serve soft drinks, house wine, local beer,
selected spirits and cocktails, juices, water, tea.
Premium drinks and imported liquor are available
at extra cost.
• Canoe, water gymnastics and stretching,
beach volleyball, table tennis, Gym and Tennis
Court
• Beach towels, sun beds and beach umbrellas
Our recommendation: the hotel has one of the
island’s finest beaches and here you really get
what you pay for. Enjoy every day and drop
to think about food and drink costs. Perfect
for families with young children, the elderly,
A magnificent private sanctuary of eleven
restaurants and bars in the Diamonds La
and a tastefully furnished terrace, a patio with
There are seven one-bedroom villas, as well as
exclusive villas with private swimming pool
a thatched roof and a large tropical garden to
enjoy the exclusive privacy and the ultimate view
of the Indian Ocean and the famous Zanzibar
sunset.
The villas are named after the eleventh of
the most valuable gemstones in the world to
match the modern and the time African-style
architecture. Personal butler service, a private
beach and excellent all-inclusive services meets
the most discerning travelers with maximum
comfort, privacy and luxury.
Literally anything and everything you can dream
of is to look at the very highest level of all-
inclusive services including access to all facilities,
Gemma Dell ‘ Est.
two one-bedroom villas and two two-bedroom
villas with additional in-room Jacuzzi designed
in modern contemporary and African-style,
and built to provide our discerning guest the
ultimate in space and luxury.
Each of the villas has its own small pool and
Jacuzzi, an extra-large and fully furnished
terrace with one covered and one open area
and a large tropical private garden to enjoy
exquisite views of the sea and the famous
Zanzibar sunset.
Includes access to all Diamonds restaurants
and bars Let Gemma Dell ‘ Est at no extra cost.
Our recommendation: suitable for you who
want exquisite luxury in paradise!
honeymooners and all others.
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Unguja Lodge
Fumba Beach Lodge
On one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful and
secluded beaches are Fumba Beach Lodge.
A luxurious and peaceful retreat that offers
a perfect blend of casual elegance and a
friendly, first class service.
26 whitewashed bungalows with their own
porches are scattered along the beach with
views of the Indian Ocean. Just 30 minutes
south west of Zanzibar’s historic capital
Stone Town, with its great architecture and
old culture, are hidden well away from the
lodge the busy tourist areas, which makes it a
perfect place to enjoy peace and quiet at this
tropical island paradise. Three natural coves
formed beaches around and protect the lodge
offers seclusion and tranquility.
In the open-air restaurant, you can enjoy
delicious prepared, fresh seafood with a tempting
selection of international and local dishes. The
lodge has several activities such as scuba diving,
snorkeling, swimming, sunset cruise, Stone Town
tour and much more. Alternatively, simply relax
by the swimming pool or on the beach under the
branches of the baobab tree and do nothing.
With personal warm service and the quiet
atmosphere, the Fumba Beach Lodge fulfill all
your dreams.
Our recommendation: suitable for couples,
honeymoons, older, groups of friends and large
families with children from 8-10 years and up.
Unguja lodge is peaceful and secluded well
surroundings and the rough coral stone
and the whole concept of the lodge have been
is more than just a picture, there is a lodge
away from Zanzibar’s bustling tourist trends,
designed to ensure that it works in harmony
with nature and the people who live around it.
This philosophy gives the place a distinctive air
of tranquility that makes your stay a genuinely
relaxing and enriching experience.
The building’s organic shapes and stylish finish
is complemented perfectly by the lush tropical
blocks that surround it. However, this place
with personality; It reflects the warmth and
liveliness of Ralph and Elies its creators, and
hosts. Their attention to detail and their love
of “the good life” bringing peace and freedom
to the place.
The lodge is located on a small Cliff corals.
Just a few steps down a wooden staircase and
toes dropping down in clean soft white sand.
As the tide rises the beach disappears, and
the lodge is an isolated port. When the tide
drops and the beach shows up again, washed
and swept by the sea.
Our recommendation: the lodge is great for
those who want that little bit extra, and enjoy
true luxury in natural forms.
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The Swahili House
Che Che Vule
Welcome to Zanzibar, welcome to Che Che
privacy, and a personal one-against-one the
In the heart of bustling Stone Town, you will find
The impressive building has 5 floors which are
a little piece of paradise on the East coast of
Che Vule allow guests to get everything they
influences and contemporary facilities that
courtyard. The hotel offers 20 rooms, spread
Vule, your Private Villa built on the beach in
Zanzibar.
Che Che Vule is located on a secluded beach
strip in Matemwe, and from the Villa there are
views of the azure sea. Che Che Vule provides
guest service. The two private butlerene in Che
want. The two renowned chefs is fluent in Swahili,
authentic Swahili and continental dishes, and
the most important thing is that they customize
the menu to your preferred palate with only the
freshest ingredients from the sea or the market.
Enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding tropical
garden, bath and relax by the pool, swim, play
and snorkel in the warm Indian Ocean water,
or go on a guided tour to discover Zanzibar
mysterious island atmosphere and history. In the
meantime, we will take care of all your needs ...
offer genuine Swahili hospitality. The Swahili
House is located in the heart of Stone Town
and therefore right on the busy market, small
shops, restaurants and other places of interest
are within walking distance from the hotel.
all built around a beautiful traditional Zanzibar
over four floors with traditional stairs, and
all the rooms are renovated and decorated
in traditional Swahili style all adapted to
Western standards. The Swahili House would
definitely not be the same without the roof
terrace, which houses a bar, restaurant and a
very relaxing swimming pool with views over
the Indian Ocean. Up here, you can enjoy a
cocktail, lunch or dinner while admiring the
magnificent view of the Stone Town and the
swahili coast.
Our recommendation: Che Che Vule is a private
Our recommendation: If you want a night or
groups who are looking for something beyond
culture, this hotel is both affordable, cozy and
villa and therefore it is ideal for families and
the usual hotel experience.
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The Swahili House-a great hotel with traditional
two in town to touch and feel on the local
suitable for all who like to stay a few nights in
this pulsating city.
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Sunshine Hotel
Matemwe Beach
Matemwe Beach Village calls itself a Zanzibari
Make yourselves at home among books, games
We invite you to a magical place where you will
washed by the warm turquoise waters of the
do this with pride. They call you guests and
friends with the staff and the other guests. Their
The hotel, which is located in Matemwe on the
respite from your busy life.
Guest House. Not a hotel or resort, and they
not customers and the goal is to create a
relaxing atmosphere for couples, friends or
families.
and large pillows. You can quickly become good
goal is simple: to provide authentic, stylish and
comfortable accommodation, in an atmosphere
of relaxed hospitality and friendliness, while
services are provided effectively. The hotel
is located by the sea, but also live in peaceful
coexistence with the villager’s right behind the
Guest House. Despite the fact that it is called
one the Guest House so, there are many rooms
and plenty of space to all visitors. As the name
reveals, this in an area called Matemwe, located
on the East coast of the island. Here is the
perfect time to dive and the hotel has its own
experience the charm of a tropical island.
Northeast coast of Zanzibar, has only 15 rooms.
Sunshine Hotel - eco-friendly, stylish and cozy,
carefully designed by professional designers to
create a unique atmosphere with the goal that
you feel happy and relaxed. Right on the pristine
white sand beach, surrounded by Palm trees and
Indian Ocean, the hotel is like a gem and good
The hotel is intimate and cozy and is located
right by the sea with a beautiful beach where
you can go for long walks, cycling or just
sunbathe. Hotel has two beautiful pools and
many activity possibilities.
Our recommendation: perfect for couples
and groups of friends as well as families with
children. Children of all ages are welcome, but
generally, it probably fit best for those with
slightly larger children from 10 years and up.
diving center.
Our recommendation: this place is great for you
who have a smaller budget, and feel like a cozy
friendly atmosphere.
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Sunshine Marine Lodge
“Safari is swahili and means travel - we take you
on a journey, that gives you a taste of the
African life, as well as to see and feel the exotic
Wildlife at close range!”
Send us an email with your wishes and interests,
so we can answer you with a travel suggestions
We can use that as a starting point when we
together Tailor-make your “DREAM SAFARI”!
The lodge is small and cozy with just 23
Thanks to its unique and remote location far
scattered on the picturesque Cliff surrounded
peace and quiet. You will enjoy the music the
rooms. Seven double large bungalows are
by beautiful garden. The spectacular views of
the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and
Mnemba Atoll will be a balm for the soul.
away from the other hotels, it is easy to find
song from various species of wild birds and you
can relax on the spacious veranda or balcony
while you are swinging back and forth in the
hammock. Take a cooling dip in the pool, go for
a walk and explore the seabed exposed during
low tide, experience the relaxing body massage
or simply enjoy a tasty drink while admiring the
view from the bar.
Our recommendation: this space is perfect for
honeymoons, groups of friends, couples and for
all who love to snorkel or dive. The hotel is located
a few minutes away from Zanzibar’s most unique
dive paradise, the renowned Mnemba Atoll.
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