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Get a taste of the ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar on an Independent Experience that takes in Stone Town and the East Coast
Travel to Zanzibar for a taste of ’The Spice Island’, a colourful mixture of coastal serenity and historical allure. Start your independent experience by exploring the World Heritage-listed Stone Town and sampling the fruits and spices grown on a local plantation. Finish your adventure by relaxing on the pristine white sands of the East Coast.
Independent Experiences
Independent travel, without the stress. Peregrine’s Independent Experiences are a range of short packages that you can add to other Experiences or as an extension to a longer tour, to craft your perfect holiday itinerary. Independent Experiences are for 1-3 travellers, depart daily and offer the back-up of Peregrine, our local offices and expert resident guides. /experiences
- Start
- Stone Town, Tanzania
- Finish
- Zanzibar, Tanzania
- Destination
- Tanzania
- Style
- Peregrine
- Theme
- Independent Experiences
- Code
- PFEZX
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 1 review
- Ages
- Min 12
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 4
Why you'll love this trip
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Experience excellent hotel accommodation in the heart of Stone Town and along a pristine beach on the east coast, both with private swimming pools and air conditioning.
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Savour the fragrance and flavours of the ‘Spice Island’ with an exploration of a local spice plantation. Sample the local fruits and seasonings, and see exotic plant varieties like the henna bush and lipstick tree.
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Take time to soak up the sun and lie back in the shade of a coconut palm, along with the chance to enjoy activities like snorkelling and windsurfing.
Is this trip right for you?
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Our Independent Experiences have been designed for just one to three people, departing every day of the week for most Experiences. You can mix and match to create your perfect trip combination, then we’ll arrange the transport between each experience for you. You will have local guides at most destinations and activities. It’s independent travel without the stress.
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Itinerary
Notes: The Tembo Hotel, once an American Consulate, is located in the heart of Zanzibar on the sea front and is fully equipped with first class facilities. The spacious hotel rooms are fully air-conditioned with hot and cold water, television, phone and mini bar at your disposal. To cool off during the heat of the day there is also a swimming pool at the hotel.
Accommodation
- Tembo Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Tembo Hotel or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Stone Town - Afternoon Spice Tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Notes: Your accommodation on the east coast is at Breezes Beach Resort, where each tastefully decorated room has private facilities and air-conditioning.
Accommodation
- Breezes Beach Club or similar (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Zanzibar - Deep Sea Fishing (Full Day) - USD1200
- Zanzibar - Deep Sea Fishing (half day) - USD800
- Zanzibar - Dhow Trip - USD60
- Zanzibar - Snorkelling - USD60
- Zanzibar - Prison Island Tour - USD25
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Breezes Beach Club or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
If you wish to stay on in Zanzibar, post trip accommodation can be pre-booked at the East Coast beach resort or in Stone Town.Meals
4 breakfasts, 2 dinnersTransport
Private vehicleAccommodation
Comfortable hotel (2 nights), Beach resort (2 nights)Included Activities
- Stone Town - Afternoon Spice Tour
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