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BEACH HOLIDAYS

The white and golden sands of East Africa’s beaches are deservedly world famous. They are soaked in sun all year round, and surrounded by coral reef and the exotic scenery of the Indian Ocean. A rest on a Tanzanian beach will leave you refreshed, restored and intrigued.

Walking through the narrow, twisting streets of Zanzibar’s Stone Town plunges you into the past. Here you encounter a world of ancient spice trade as well as sites reminiscent of the slave trade. You will also experience mixture of Arabic, Persian, Indian and Far-Eastern culture and trade routes that long pre-date European presence. Enjoy its rich and spicy cuisine.

Here we offer you some of the best destinations on one of the best coastlines in the world. Find out more in the links below

BAGAMOYO BEACH HOLIDAYS

Bagamoyo is a small Tanzanian coastal town bordering the Indian Ocean to the west. Dar es salaam, Tanzania major city is about 45km to the south of Bagamoyo.  Such important historical places as the ancient slave market, Kaole archeological site, the old Arab fort are found in Bagamoyo.

Bagamoyo was a thriving trade center at the time of slave and ivory trade, when Dar es Salaam was an insignificant village. However, the abolition brought about its decline. Today Bagamoyo is a sleepy town. Fishing is an important economic activity for the people of Bagamoyo. Tourism is also important to the economy of Bagamoyo; many visitors came here to explore the ancient historical sites that serve as a testimony to Bagamoyo’s glorious past. Others go for scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing in Bagamoyo’s waters. Many modern hotels have been built in Bagamoyo sea side to cater for the increasing number of visitors.

The Bagamoyo beach is an ideal place for relaxation after mountain trekking and wild life safaris. The serene and picturesque surrounding couple with the cool gentile breeze of the sea is most suitable for the newly wed and for those who seek an escape from the hassle of modern life.

ZANZIBAR

The island of Unguja along with Pemba forms a semi autonomous state of Zanzibar. Situated 25km off the east African mainland and about 6 degrees south of equator, Zanzibar is a true tropical paradise. The even coastline, flat sandy beaches doted with coconut trees makes Zanzibar one of the most frequented tourist destinations in east Africa.

The stone town, the oldest part of Zanzibar, consists of 2500 buildings all made of coral stone, lime and clay, hence the name. The stone town is built on a 95 acres peninsula. With its narrow lanes, 45 mosques, 2 old churches, 4 Hindu halls and baobab trees, the old town is the most interesting and fascinating part of Zanzibar.

Town tour, is a half day guided trip which also includes short walks that  enable the clients to explore the fascinating  historical sites of the old parts of Zanzibar town, the tour will include a visit to the Former slave market (The Anglican Cathedral), the Historical and natural history museums of Zanzibar, the house of  wonders,  the old fort,  Dr. Livingstone  House, the old Central Market of Zanzibar, etc.  The tour can be arranged either in the morning of 09:00HRS. to 12:00HRS. or in the afternoon 15:00HRS. to 18:00HRS

 SPICE PLANTATION TOUR

In former times Zanzibar greatly prospered because of the production of spices. The Oman sultan Said Sayyid moved his capital from Muscat to Zanzibar and encouraged the growth of spice. Zanzibar was in an advantageous position in spice trade because other spices islands were further from Europe. Today Zanzibar earns far less from spices but she is still referred to as a spice island. A variety of spices are found in Zanzibar. These include cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cloves, pepper etc. A visit to spice growing villages such as Bububu, Kijichi and Kizimbani will give a visitor an opportunity to smell and taste fresh spices.  

 SPICE PLANTATION TOUR

Is a half day driving trip for a guided Spice tour in the countryside of the island.  This is a site seeing trip reveal the wonderful nature which involves frequent stops on small farms of cash crops, food crops, spices, flowering trees and plants, medical trees and varieties of mints. The tour will cover an area of 20 kms crossing many  villages such as Bububu ,Kijichi and Kizimbani northwards of Stone Town.  Clients will be able to see, touch, smell and even taste some of the spices and fruits available on the Island.  The trip also offers invitingly attractive photographic scenery on the fruit gardens, mud houses thatched with coconut palm leaves and the living style of Zanzibar is in the country side areas. The tour starts either in the morning at 09:00HRS. to 12:00HRS. or in the afternoon at 15:00HRS. to 18:00HRS.

PRISON ISLAND {CHANGUU}

The prison or Changuu Island is one of the four islands that are off the coast of Zanzibar. This island was initially owned by an Arab, and it was used as a confinement for rebellious slaves. When the slave trade was abolished the island was sold to a Briton called General Lloyds Mathew who builds a prison there in 1893. This prison was apparently never used as the name suggests, but to quarantine those who contract contagious diseases.

This island is famous for the giant tortoise imported by Sultan Said in the 1820’s from Seychelles whose life span is more than hundred years (100).

Half day or full day trip to this small resort can be arranged. It takes 35minutes to reach the Island.. The Island is endowed with attractive natural features; a waking safari covers the Island in 15minutes. One might go to the white sand beach for swimming or to the colorful coral reef for snorkeling. Various bird species are found on this island.

 JOZANI FOREST

Jozani natural forest covering an area of 1000, hectares lies 35kms South-East of Zanzibar Town. Long ago, this forest was inhabited by Leopards, Antelopes and other animals. Nowadays it is famous for the Blue Sykes Monkeys and the Red colobus monkeys. These Monkeys are very charming and friendly. You may also take a short walk into the forest to see various species of plants and trees.

 DOLPHIN SAFARIS

On arrival the clients are given a briefing on the excursions and a life jacket demonstration is done. We then board the dhows and set off to explore the bay and find the dolphins. Later in the late morning we stop at one of our selected snorkeling locations. For experienced groups we may snorkel from the boats otherwise we land on a sandy bank and snorkel from there. A guide accompanies the snorkels.

 After snorkeling we offer coconuts drink. In the afternoon there is an opportunity to join our experienced crew and sail on a “ngalawa” or out rigger canoe. In additional clients can swim, snorkel or just relax.

 NORTH COAST TRIP (NUNGWI)

Nungwi is the northern most point of Zanzibar island where the local dhow building industry is located. This is an idyllic sport for visitors who enjoy swimming and sun bathing on the white sand. There are several stops en route e.g. Mkokotoni, a is large fish market in the northern region of Zanzibar Island. At Fukuchani Portuguese ruins are found.

 CHUMBE ISLAND MARINE PARK

Chumbe Island is about 6 km Southern West of Zanzibar town from the beach at Mbweni ruins. It covers 16 hecters of undisturbed forest surrounded by a virgin coral reef, which can be reached in a 30-40min.by boat. The Chumbe reef sanctuary is the first gazetted marine park in Tanzania. This is a one of the most beautiful and best preserved shallow coral reef garden on the East African Coast. The sanctuary has more than 200 a pieces of pristine coral stones and about 400 species of fish, turtles and dolphins.

You will stay in a beautiful palm thatched bungalow nestled in the forest and all facing the beach, constructed entirely of local material and designed according to the state of the art eco-architecture