Essence of Zanzibar Extension
The very name conjures up exotic images of sinuous streets and alleyways heavy with the scent of nutmeg, mace, cinnamon and coriander. This is the ‘spice island’, a tiny dominion off the coast of Tanzania, once ruled by the Sultan of Muscat. Strategically located near the mouth of the Persian Gulf, it has, at one time or another, been home to Egyptians, Assyrians, Portuguese, Indians, Dutch and English – all of whom were attracted to the island by the lure of trade or rich plunder. Today the island has much to interest the traveller. Apart from the various spice and fruit plantations, there is the old town, Persian Baths, the old slave market, a myriad of winding streets and labyrinthine passageways, and the Beit-al-Ajaib, or ‘House of Wonders’, the former palace of the Sultan.
After enjoying the hustle and bustle of the Stone Town area, you then experience a considerable change of pace and outlook by transferring to the east coast of the island for two days to relax and enjoy the tropical beach surroundings, or to indulge yourself in more active watersports.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
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| 1 | Arrive in Stone Town and transfer to hotel. |
| 2 | Day at leisure in Stone Town. |
| 3-4 | Transfer to East Coast. Optional snorkelling and diving excursions. |
| 5 | Transfer to Zanzibar airport where your tour ends on arrival. |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
5 days |
Trip Code |
PFZESP |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy) | |
Countries Visited |
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| Tanzania | |
Start City |
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| Zanzibar | |
End City |
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| Zanzibar | |
