Excursions

Stone Town is the capital and the political and cultural center of Zanzibar. The ancient history of the city is reflected in the narrow streets, the manorial houses, the mosques and churches, the old slave market as well as the colorful and lively bazaars. You can visit the House of wonders, which received its name because it featured an electrical lift and electrical light already in 1886, or the national museum. Early birds might also want to visit the fish market with its hustle and bustle at sunrise. Or you simply explore the many winding alleys including its retailers and residents. To conclude this lovely tour, we recommend Mercury’s restaurant, which is named after the famous lead singer of the rock band Queen, who was born as Farrokh Bulsara on Zanzibar. Here, you can enjoy the harbor scenery in combination with a cold drink.

Duration: approx. 6 hours, price per person: approx. 18.00 – 70.00 €

Look behind the scenes of our spice racks. For a long time cloves, pepper, ginger, oregano, nutmeg and much more was imported worldwide from Zanzibar and therefore redefined the island as the island of spices. Farmers from Zanzibar show you how spices and fruits of the island look like, how they grow and flourish. They explain, how you can recognize spices and fruits and how they are processed. You are also able to taste some tropical fruits or spices, dependent on the season. Be enchanted by the different smells and colours of the spice farms. Following, you may enjoy a freshly prepared typical Zanzibar meal.

Duration: approx. 3 hours, price per person: about 15.00 – 65.00 €

This conservation area consists of mangroves, bush land, salty marshes and the cooler tropical rain forest. You can marvel at many different plants and animals, which can only be found on Zanzibar. From gigantic Mahogany trees to the unique red colobus monkey which are especially spectacular. The monkeys run around in the reserve and you should take care to lock up all eatables. During the hike through the rain forest, you might also spot sunnis (small red deer), chameleons or even shy leopards. With the help of a splendidly constructed footbridge, you are able to explore the unique, thick mangrove forest. A well trained national park ranger ( mostly English speaking) explains you facts about the flora and fauna of the park.

Duration: approx. 3 hours, price per person: between 25.00 – 85.00 €

Changuu island, which is also called prison island, is an island situated in the west of Zanzibar and visible from stone town. The island grew into a little tourist resort, where you are able to relax and also might be even able to spot the big aldabra tortoise or some of the beautiful peacocks. Around the beautiful coral reefs, you are able to swim or snorkel. The island has been a former quarantine hospital of the last century, where you can follow a path around the island, which is bordered by Frangipani trees and which former patient used for their evening stroll. In 1883, a prison was erected on the island, which was never used. Sultan Said imported giant tortoises from the Seychelles to Zanzibar, which you might spot with a bit of luck.

Duration: half-day, price per person: approx. 15.00 – 75.00 €

This excursion takes you to the quieter south side of the island. You start to your dolphin safari with a small, motorized boat. With a bit of luck, you might be able to spot the friendly mammals at close range or you might also want to swim with them, in case you took your snorkel and diving goggles. Additionally, you are able to marvel at the fascinating underwater world of Zanzibar.

Duration: approx. 5 hours, price per person: about 15.00 – 125.00 €