After breakfast depart for Stone town tour, It is a wonderful introduction to Zanzibar and gives you a feel of the rich cultural heritage. One gets a comprehensive view, history and walk of the Stone Town, magnificence architecture, narrow alleys, sand and stone ancient built houses where some of them are over 200 Years old that have Arab/Indian carved doors.
We start our tour at the main City market which was opened in 1904, where tropical fruits, vegetables, spices and fresh fish from the island are sold. Our next stop will be at the Anglican Church of Christ built by Bishop Steers in 1873 on the site where the slaves being auctioned.
Other highlights of our historical stone town tours are visit to
– Sultan’s Palace Museum – Built in the late 1890’s for members of the Sultan’s family.
– House of Wonders – Built in 1883 as a Royal ceremonial function Palace
– The Africa House formerly known as English Club.
– Jamituri Gardens where you can spend your evenings leisurely watching the brilliant sunset while you are enjoying the locally made dishes.
– Visit of Old Fort – Built by Arabs for defense against the Portuguese.
After the tour you will be transferred to Spice FARM where you will have local Lunch at Tangawizi Bistro in Spice Fam, to sample sea foods and typical Zanzibarian cuisine. After lunch you proceed on a 3hour exotic Spice Tour. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight. MIzingani Sea Front / Dhow Palace or similar. Meal Plan: BB (BED & BREAKFAST)
