Zanzibar and its countless treasures
Since Sunday you have been following us to discover Tanzania.
Yesterday we started talking about Zanzibar.
Today we are going to discover together some of the treasures that this city offers you
Let’s start our tour with Stone Town, the old quarter of Zanzibar
Stone Town (which is translated in English as “the city of stone”) remains a must to discover during a stay in Zanzibar. Located to the west of the main island of Zanzibar, the old town of Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and can be easily explored on foot to discover the facades of the houses and its characteristic carved wooden doors. of the city, its historical monuments such as the House of Wonders (known as “Beit El-Ajaib, House of Wonders”), its old fort or the Slavery Memorial and the Mtoni Palace.
Stone Town is a veritable labyrinth of small streets which also houses stalls, ideal for doing some shopping and bringing back “made in Zanzibar” souvenirs in your luggage! Also take the time to spend an evening listening to the sounds of taarab which is the traditional music of the island.
At the end of the day, go to the seafront at “Forodhani Gardens” which is a real lively place where the inhabitants of the island meet to contemplate the sunset, play soccer on the beach and even there. eat, because it is here that there are many food stalls. Friendly atmosphere guaranteed!
You are already in paradise, and if you take the opportunity to learn about kite surfing and / or surfing?
Head to the south-east of the island of Zanzibar with the beaches of Pajé or Jambiani to enjoy its white sand beaches and also to learn about one of the flagship water activities: kitesurfing and / or surfing. These two beaches are ideal for spending the day there and mingling with other kitesurfers and surfers who have a blast playing with the waves, flying in the air and over the turquoise sea.
Take a trip aboard a traditional sailboat, the dhow
Off Stone Town, board a traditional boat, called the dhow, to navigate the translucent, turquoise waters, make a few snorkeling stops, and swim with exotic fish and maybe even dolphins, followed by a lunch with your feet in the sand to taste grilled fish: a beautiful moment of relaxation and change of scenery for a few hours. You can also go for a sea trip alongside the fishermen of the village by asking them directly by going for example to the beaches of Matemwe or Jambiani for example or to visit the traditional boat factory located in Nungwi, to the east of the river. island of Zanzibar.
Explore Jozani Forest
The interior of the island of Zanzibar is full of beautiful treasures to discover, especially the Jozani Forest located in the center of the island. This forest is home to an endemic species of primates: the red colobus monkeys that you may be able to observe during your walk as well as many birds and butterflies. In the heart of this 1000 hectare forest, you will also discover unique flora such as eucalyptus leaves, various kinds of palm trees and bamboo. To observe the red colobus, don’t be tempted to pet them, get too close, or feed them.
Enjoy the best beaches on the island of Zanzibar
The island of Zanzibar and its other surrounding islands with its white sand beaches, its colorful sunsets, its scenes of life on the beaches and in the villages invite you to the delights of idleness and rest … in an idyllic setting! The beaches of Zanzibar Island are beautiful with several shades of blue and some beaches stand out more than others such as Matemwe, Jambiani, Pongwe or Nungwi beaches to name a few. Discover the best beaches in Zanzibar.
The proximity of the surrounding islands gives you the opportunity to explore them for a day or several nights, as you wish, in order to practice snorkeling or diving.
Are you in paradise?
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