Essence of Zanzibar Extension Standard

5 days - from $640

Relax and indulge in exotic Zanzibar!

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.

Highlights

• The beaches, cultural diversity and slave history of the 'spice islands' of Zanzibar

Itinerary:

Day 1: Stone Town2: Stone Town3-4: East Coast Beaches5: Zanzibar Airport
Included:

All airport transfers and transport, accommodation and meals.

Airport departure taxes, visas, meals unless specified in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.

Extra nights can be pre-booked in either Stone Town or the East Coast at additional cost and subject to availability. This extension can only be booked in conjunction with another of our tours.