Leisure

Explore winding alleys, vibrant markets, and iconic landmarks as you uncover the island’s rich cultural heritage and captivating history. This guided experience offers a deeper insight into the unique blend of African, Arabic, and European influences that define Stone Town.


Tour Highlights:

• Browse vibrant stalls offering tropical fruits, vegetables, spices, and fresh fish.
• Visit the historic church built on the site of the former slave market.
• Explore the palace once home to the Sultan’s family.
• Marvel at this 1883 landmark, the first building in Zanzibar with electricity.
• Discover the former English Club with views of the ocean.
• Experience the lively evening food market with local delicacies.
• Walk through the fort built by Arabs to defend against Portuguese invaders.

Cruise through the stunning Minai Bay Conservation Area aboard a traditional Zanzibari dhow and immerse yourself in the beauty of Zanzibar’s marine life.
Highlights of your adventure include:

• Dolphin spotting in the crystal-clear waters of the bay
• A refreshing swim on a pristine sandbank
• Visits to nearby islets with opportunities to snorkel at vibrant coral reefs

Your full-day excursion includes:

• Snorkeling equipment with expert guides and instructions
• A mouthwatering seafood barbecue featuring fish, calamari, and slipper lobster, grilled to perfection and served fresh on board

Embark on this unforgettable journey and experience the best of Zanzibar’s coastal treasures!

Following a short 10-minute transfer arranged by the hotel, you will join the dhow crew who in turn will warmly welcome you aboard a wooden sailing dhow.
This hand-crafted dhow, constructed with the same traditional techniques that have been used for a thousand years, willl then take sail to begin what will be an undeniably memorable 2-3 hour journey along the coastline of north-west Zanzibar.
As part of this exotic and iconic experience, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the warm and soothing ocean and admire the marine life that can be found along the Kendwa reef. Snacks and a selection be provided ahead of your return to Kilindi and your evening dinner.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to visit a local spice farm in Zanzibar and discover why traders from afar would travel the oceans to reach this magical isle. This immersive experience allows you to see, smell, and taste a variety of spices, including cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric, nutmeg, and vanilla.
You'll also explore an array of tropical fruits and plants native to the island. Engage your senses and gain insight into the vibrant spice trade that has shaped Zanzibar’s culture and history for centuries.

With its location on Zanzibar’s northern tip, Zanzibar Watersports is situated in close proximity to some of Africa’s best deep sea fishing grounds. The waters between Zanzibar and Pemba are home to some excellent game fishing opportunities.

Three professional deep sea fishing boats are on offer: Haraka, Timimi and Suli Suli. All are equipped to the highest international safety standards. They also have the latest technology, with GPS navigational aids, echo sounders and fishfinders.
A full set of tackle is provided with Shimano, Fenwick, Harnell or KC rods and Shimano or Penn international reels, spooled with 80 1b, 50 1b and 30 1b mono line. Clients who wish to use their own lighter tackle are welcome, and we are conversant with the IGFA fly - fishing regulations. Our experienced skippers can instruct novices and talk fishermen through any procedure in the course of reeling in their catch. Tag and release is generally encouraged for all big fish unless it is the fisherman’s first ever catch, his biggest to date, or if it is likely to be an East African or All Africa record.

August to November provides really good sport for the big Yellowfin Tuna, one of the strongest fish around. Big Blue Marlin and a number of Striped and Black Marlin are also found, as well as Sailfish. During this season, multiple hook ups are normal, when the ocean can come alive with huge schools of Tuna in pursuit of smaller fish. During the billfish season, which is from November to March, Striped Marlin are the most prolific, sometimes showing in packs of up to ten. Large Blue and Black Marlin are also quite common during this period.