Stone Town – Nungwi Hideaway

Tour Overview

There are few such evocative names as Zanzibar, the island that is part of Tanzania & lies about 20 miles off the coast near Dar es Salaam. For the first night you will be based in Dar es Salaam then, on the next day move to the old Stone Town, and have an opportunity to wander through fascinating narrow streets & the bustling bazaar. Get to know about Lloyd Mathew's prison Architecture (1893), with the idea to send violent criminals from the Tanganyika mainland to the Prison Island, ending up being used as a quarantine center for yellow fever epidemics that once raged through the region. The following three nights you will spend on Zanzibar’s endless white, palm fringed beaches in a beach resort of your choice.

Trip Highlights

  • Stone town tour
  • Prison Island tour
  • Spice market tour
  • Giant tortoises
  • At Zanzibar’s best beach
  • Lloyd Mathew’s Architecture
  • Cultural interactions
  • Ferry cruise to Zanzibar
  • Savor the Zanzibar cuisines
  • At the house of wonders
  • The palace museum
  • Historical landmarks
  • Cathedrals & antique mosques


Trip Itinerary

Upon your arrival you will be transferred to your prearranged hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to recuperate from the journey or walk around seeing new things.

Overnight: Dhow Palace/Zanzibar Beach Resort

Basis: Half Board

After Breakfast, you will be picked by your guide to the ferry dock & sail to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Stone Town: This tour takes you through fabled Stone Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace) & 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 countless antique mosques and spices in the bustling spice market. Have the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Dhow Palace/Zanzibar Beach Resort

Basis: Half Board

Visit Lloyd Mathew's Architecture: In 1893, Lloyd Mathews built the prison. The prison idea was to send violent criminals from the Tanganyika mainland to the Prison Island. The Prison Island ended up being used as a quarantine center, instead of a prison, for yellow fever epidemics that once raged through the region. Prison Island remained in the ownership of the government which converted the newer quarantine buildings into a guest house.


See The Giant Tortoises: The old prison still remains standing, providing shelter for some of the giant tortoises which can now only be found on this island.


Return to the hotel for leisure & relaxation.

Overnight: Dhow Palace/Zanzibar Beach Resort

Basis: Half Board

After breakfast, transfer to Nungwi by road, on a 1-hour journey. Nungwi (recognized as one of the best 100 beaches by CNN in 2014); is located in the far North end of Zanzibar Island which was previously a dhow building center, however all this has changed owing to the pristine white sand beaches & stunning sunsets which have turned it into a tourist attraction.


Take part in optional but physical activities such as: Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Yoga, Cycling & Guided village tours.


Based on your own flexibility, you can have the rest of your stay at the beach enjoying the sunset or tour around to explore more places in the area.

Overnight: Langi Langi Beach Bungalows

Basis: Half Board

Have breakfast at the hotel, check out & thereafter ride to the airport to check in for your outbound departure.

Basis: Bed & Breakfast

End of Tour

Price

Include / Exclude

  • 06 Nights’ accommodation
  • Meals on a half board basis
  • All excursions & activities mentioned
  • Return transfer from Dar Airport, Zanzibar Ferry
  • An English-speaking driver & Guide
  • All local & government taxes
  • Air fare for 1 adult and 2 children
  • Other meals
  • Travel Insurance
  • Yellow fever certificate. (Must have)
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Expenses of a personal nature

Map

Stone Town – Nungwi Hideaway

On Request/ Per Person

7 Days - 6 Nights

Highlights: DAR ES SALAAM | STONE TOWN | PRISON ISLAND | NUNGWI

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