Abseil (rappel) down the Great Rift Valley Wall! No previous experience is required and the qualified instructors will instruct on how to negotiate the wall safely using ropes. Once at the bottom, guests are welcome to climb back to the top. Alternatively, guests can walk back a steep path. Water and transfers included.

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge hot bush lunch is prepared inside the Manyara National Park. This can be served after the morning game drive or the morning canoe safari.

Experience Lake Mayara National Park's incredible wildlife and scenery from a new perspective - the canoe! Price includes - game drive from the National Park Gate to the canoeing site, guided two and a half hour canoeing safari, drinks and snacks during the safari, Lake Manyara Canoeing safari T-shirt and certificate. A 13-foot (4m) two-seat fiberglass Canadian style canoe will be used. All canoeing guests will be met at the National Park gate where drivers will pay all park and canoeing fees. They will then be driven in an open 4x4 vehicle for a game drive on the way to the canoeing launch site. Guests will be introduced to their trained canoe guides and assigned to the canoes which they will paddle themselve (two guests per canoe), following a guide who will direct them.Once on the lake, guests will have the opportunity to see the large wildlife population of Manyara that spends most of its time during the day on the lakeshore or under the canopy of Acacia Tortilis by the lake. Canoes are quieter and allow guests to get much closer to the game than otherwise possible and from the safety of the water. Herds of giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, elephants, including lions may be spotted. Manyara’s spectacular birdlife will also be easier to see and the qualified canoeing guide will interpret all aspects of plant and animal life that is seen from the canoes. The total canoeing time will be approximately 2 ½ hours and at the end of the safari guests will be met by our vehicles for a refreshing drink stop with fresh hand towels and chilled fresh fruit slices. Guests may also wish to try some of the special Lake Manyara iced cocktails that will be freshly prepared on the lakeshore. After refreshments guests will depart in the open game drive vehicles back to the park gate. The total safari will be approximately 4 hours and promises to be a unique and highly exciting experience. The morning safari can be followed by an exceptional bush lunch in the Park (optional). Morning safari: Meeting time at National Park gate 07:30 am - 11.30 am Afternoon safari: Meeting time at National Park gate 14:30 pm - 18:30 pm

Explore the lush groundwater fig tree forest on foot. Walk north from the Serena Lodge to the Kirurumu Gorge, hike down a steep path leading into the gorge, hop over boulders across the river and learn about the local flora, fauna, birlife and wildlife. At the end of the walk, towels and refreshments will be provided. Water packs, sodas and transfers are included.

This is a shorter option for between 1 to 2 hours

Begin the journey from Serena Manayara Lodge on the Trek front suspension bike and descend the Rift Valley escarpment, stopping along the way for pictures of the lake, wildlife and plants. The ride takes you through the farming areas Of Mto Wa Mbu and here children take great delight in seeing you. One may even visit the local nursery school. Form here the trek leads to the green flood plains of Lake Manayara. We meet our vehicle, have a drink and snacks and watch the fabulous sunset over the lake. Water packs, gloves, helmets, a drink/snacks and transport back to the lodge are all included.

Experience the Tanzanian village life. Starting from Serena lodge, our guide will lead you through the farming community of Mto Wa Mbu and show you the small holder farms where up to 30 types of bananas are grown. You will be able to interact with the local community and visit their homes and the local kindergarten if in session. Water packs, transport are included.

This two hours guided walk includes return transfers from hotel to hotel and takes you to a leisure walk through the narrow streets of the Stone Town where you mingle with almost every eastern race in their diverse attire attending to the many small and exotic bazaars. Sunset is to be found at its best on the balcony of Africa House - formerly The English Club. Calling of the prayers (maudlin) is around 18h30 where more than 50 Mosques which are unpretentious by comparison with minaret and domed places of worship in other Muslim countries blare through the loudspeakers. Visit to the Formosan gardens which adorn the House of wonders, and the Palace museum is a must to see the diverse culture of Zanzibar is in their true colors.

Follow the trails of Sultans, Slaves & Explorers in the winding streets of Stone Town. Your guide will tell you about the events that shaped Zanzibar, leading you through the buildings where it all happened, such as the former Slave Market & Anglican Cathedral, House of Wonders, Sultans’ Palace Museum, and the Old Fort & Dispensary. While tracing the steps of the past, the walking tour provides you with the window into modern life of Stone Town. Explore the market, seafood & fish piled at the fish market, fresh loaves of bread in wicker baskets & the neat stacks of fruits & vegetables as traders sell their wares from their stalls. The City tour is very flexible & can be adapted to suit your interest & time frame; if you’re shopaholic, culture vulture or history buff. If you want to hunt for antiques & souvenir shops, follow Dr. Livingstone’s time in Zanzibar & walk the path of slave trade and see tiny and dingy rooms where the slaves were kept. Your guide can recommend & develop routes & itineraries that will optimize your time & get the most out of your trip.

• Included:

  Tour Guide, 500 ml. Mineral Water.



• Time:

  09:00am – 12:30pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish it can be facilitated at an extra cost).

Zanzibar is among few countries in the world producing such varieties of spices. Tropical fruits, spices and other rare species of plants are among the different vegetation to be seen in this guided tour. It is not only a tour but a rare experience to prove why Zanzibar is referred to as the "Spice Island". Any visit will be incomplete without a taste of spice plantations. You will be amazed to see familiar names growing in their habitats. Your visit to the farm will give an opportunity to see, touch & even taste fresh spices including clove, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, black & white pepper, lemon grass & vanilla. Whilst also enjoying fresh fruits depending on the season & drinking fresh of the young palm healthy as it cleans the urine system.

• Included:

  Tour Guides, Transfers from & back, Drinking Mineral Water, Fresh Fruits. (Lunch at the Spice Tour upon Request, a day before the excursion).

• Time:

  09:00am – 12:00pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

Zanzibar offers you the only place in the World where you can see the endemic rare species of Red Colobus monkey. These unique monkeys never ever eat fruit nor drink water and yet live on the leaves of their beautiful forest habitat. The Jozani Forest is a protected conservation area so no predator can harm them. We also see the variety of trees including many kinds of palm, and the mighty Red mahogany trees. Other wildlife we may see includes bush babies, elephant shrew, red and gray squirrels, and numerous birds. We also visit the mangrove board walk where three types of Mangrove can be seen. Jozani has an excellent nature trail & the guides are well trained & informative. A walk through this impressive flora & fauna is one of the highlights Zanzibar has to offer. At Jozani you will visit the Mangrove swamp & walk around the Mangrove forest. It is easy to combine this trip with Jambiani Village Tour or Spice Tour.

• Included:

  Transfer from the hotel, fruits, mineral drinking water, guides, entrance fees.

• Time:

  09:30am – 12:30pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish it can be facilitated at an extra cost).

T he Zanzibar Safari Blue includes dolphin safari, guided snorkeling with top quality Cressi-Sub equipment, ice cold, sodas, mineral water & beer on the beach. Full day excursion starts from Fumba Island & takes you to the south coast. Enjoy the day at the sea. You will sail in a dhow & snorkel near the beautiful coral reefs beautiful coral reefs full on beautiful different fish species, & sometime luckily you can spot dolphins on this amazing tour. You will also visit the mangrove forest & baobab tree.

• Included:

  Transfer from Fumba, & back, dhow trip, snorkeling gear, seafood buffet or upon request, fresh fruits, soft drinks).

• Time:

  08:00am – 06:00pm (On Fridays it’s not opened).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

Half day relaxing tour sailing in one of our traditional Swahili dhows in Zanzibar Channel of the Indian Ocean; visiting the ruins of the Slave Prison in the small Isle off the Western Coast of Zanzibar. This historical Island was formerly owned by an Arab and used for the confinement of refractory slaves. It was bought by General Mathews and the jail (gaol) which still stands was built in 1893 and hence the name "Prison Island". The coral reefs’ in the crystal clear waters surrounding the Island offers an ideal opportunity for snorkeling. While on the island you will see Giant tortoise. Alternatively, go for a swim & relax on the white sands. On the sail back, we’ll indulge in some tropical fruits, hoping to leave you with an extra sweet memory of your day. This half day guided tour begins and ends at your hotel.

• Included:

  Snorkeling gear, boat, guide, entrance fee, mineral water.



• Excludes:

  Meals & Soft drinks or larger, Tips & gratuities, Personal expenses.



• Time:

  10:00am – 01:00pm/ 04:00pm – 07:00pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge of

This trip leads you through the Mangapwani caves which is approx. 35mins drive from Zanzibar town. Up-to 1911 caves that had been secret hideout from which the slaves were illegally let out to the sea through a secret passage & then transported by dhow after the official closure of the slave market in June 1873. It was an important transit point for the captured slaves to be sold to the outside world. The tour then proceeds to Nungwi North of Zanzibar which is approx 1 hour drive from the caves. Nungwi & Kendwa has got the best crystal clear water, an excellent place for snorkeling, diving, sunbathing & swimming. You will also get a chance to visit the natural turtle aquarium. In this tour we will also take you through different local villagers who build dhows & boats using traditional tools. After your tour feel free to relax at the beach, have lunch at the restaurant of your choice. (Exclusive off the price).

• Included:

  All transfers, tour guides, drinking mineral water, fruits.



• Time:

  09:00am – 12:30pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

Spend time with the local villagers, get to know how the lifestyle is between Stone Town & the Village, see the difference from dress codes, lifestyle, behaviors, type of food (local village food) also fishery standards & styles. For women, you can spend time with wamama (village women), & get to know how they handle the house & children while men are out fetching food. Get to hear the gossips & how they handle their husbands with care & pleasure when they return back from fishing etc. Translator will be there to translate every single word spoken so that you are not left behind. Now for men, spend time with Wababa (Men), & get to know how they do their work from early morning fishery to returning home. Get to hear the stories & gossips herbal & kind of fish & soups that provide more energy to men. Laugh & talk about different issues, ask questions if you may wish, be part of something to remember. Translator will be there for translation.

• Included:

  Tour guide, transfer from & to the hotel, drinking mineral water, fruits.



• Time:

  09:00am – 12:30pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

I t is not surprising that the food of the “Spice Island” offers an exotic varieties of aromas & tastes. For centuries, the Indian Ocean sailing ships brought people from Arabia, Persia, India & the African continent to Zanzibar & this colorful mix of cultures is so clearly evident in their cuisine. From women groups of Stone town, you can now learn how to prepare traditional Zanzibari food: Arabian coffee, Indian curries, Masalas from Goa, Exotic fruits, Vegetables & Spices such as Manioc, Cashew Nut, Nugmet, Cinnamon & Coconut are everyday components of Zanzibar cuisines. Zanzibar’s famous rice dishes include Biriyani, Mseto & Wali – but the unrivalled favorite which is only cooked in special occasions, is Pilau-a rice dish meticulously flavored with varieties of spices including cumin, pepper, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom & raisins. Sea foods is without doubt available in abundance. These include Octopus (Pweza), Swordfish (Nduaro), Kingfish (Nguru), Lobster & Prawns (Kamba), Tuna (Jodari), & Seashells (Chaza). Our cooking lessons takes 3-4 hours including main dish, side order, snack & sweet. From variety of suggestions you can choose the dishes you want to learn. Your teaching instructor will be a local woman from Stone Town.

• Included:

  Rice & the ingredients for the sources, all the necessary things for cooking.

• Time:

  09:30am – 12:30pm (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

Take a one-hour drive from Stone town to Kizimkazi located in Zanzibar south coast for a day of dolphin spotting. Kizimkazi is home to large numbers of bottle-nosed & spinner dolphins, beautiful coral reefs & tropical fish. A short safety briefing will be given upon arrival, informing you about the dos & don’ts when faced with these wild animals. Then board a traditional ocean-going dhow or fiber boat & set sail on the Indian Ocean where you can get as close to 10 meters from the dolphins. On good days, you can watch these sleek & gray creatures as they jack-knife through the water, sometimes showing off with jumps & twists. You will then go on to one of the selected snorkeling locations available for an afternoon snorkeling. Whether you’re fortunate enough to see dolphins or not, you can enjoy 2-3 hrs of sailing.

• Included:

  Transfer from the hotel, fruits, mineral drinking water, guides, boat, snorkeling gear, lunch.

• Excludes:

  Meals & Soft drinks or larger, Tips & gratuities, Personal expenses.



• Time:

  06:00am – 09:00am/ 07:00am – 10:00am (other times can be arranged upon request).



• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge. Please bring: Comfortable waterproof sandals: Sun Protection Items: Bathing Suits & Towels.

The Zanzibar fishing water-sports is fortunate in having a superb Zanzibar fishing holidays almost all the year. The excursion is synonymous as some of the most exhilarating & challenging deep-sea is available. When the north east monsoon blows, the bill fish arrives in great numbers. There two very definite fishing seasons for big game fishing in Zanzibar, the yellow fin tuna season, which runs from August through to the end of October & the marlin season which runs December to mid March. Schedule to consider:-

• Striped Marlin:

  Nov – March, Black Marlin: Aug – Oct



• Blue Marlin:

  Nov – Oct, Short Bill Spearfish: Nov – March



• Sailfish

  all year especially Dec & Jan Tuna: Aug – Oct



• Itinerary Credentials:

  Starting & Termination Points – Nungwi (North Coast).



• Included:

  Boat, fishing gear & equipments, fruits, drinking mineral water, guide



Time:

Complete Season Guide (5hrs – 8hrs)


• Note:

  If you want to have a guide in your language (If you want to have guide in your own language e.g. Italian, German, Russia, French, Spanish, Swedish) additional charge.

US $12 - per pax (half day). Min. 2 pax.

Boat transport Kijani Lamu return; entry free for the Museum; visit of the stone town; visit to shopping area; visit to wood carvers and carpentry work shop. Distance: 20 min. by motor boat or 3 Km. by foot.

US $15 (exchange rates) - per pax (2 hours). Min. 2 pax.

Two hours sailing in the channel ending on open sea for the sunset (Takwa).

US $18 (exchange rates) - per pax (half day). Min. 2 pax.

Kijani-Takwa return by boat visit to the ruin. Possibility of a 3 km walk along the shore for bird watching. Distance: 3 hrs. round-trip by sailing dhow, but can only be reached at high tide. The ruined town of Takwa lies across the channel and up a narrow mangrove creek on a Manda Island. It can be approached only by boat and only on a rising tide. You can hear the ocean over the dunes in this lovely place as you wander among fabled baobab trees and the remains of a 16th century Swahili town. Visitors who do not wish to spend the night will have to take a quick (approx. 45 minutes) tour so as not to miss the outgoing tide. Be sure to see the Mosque with a pillar over its fine qibla, and also the pillar tomb. Takwa is a national monument administered by the National Museums of Kenya. A camping site is provided

US $20 (exchange rates) - per pax (half day). Min. 2 pax.

Bottom fishing with small dhow.

Two pax US $75. Three pax US $90 (exchange rates) - Four pax US $100 - (1 day)

Kijani-Manda Toto return by motor dhow; snorkelling in Manda Toto reefs; fish barbeque on the beach; snorkelling in Gordon reefs.

Shela is a fourty-five minute walk south along the beach. Once around the point beyond the village and Kijani House, the dunes and the beach stretch for seven deserted miles. There are interesting ruins at the back of the village, though Shela's most prominent landmark is its Friday Mosque built with a conical shaped minaret in 1829.

This village is about two hours from Lamu whether by foot or by mashua, a small sailing dhow. Sailing time depends on the monsoon and the tide. Matondoni is known for its shipwrights who build the traditional lateen rigged dhows, both the large jahazi and the smaller mashua. Distance: 3 hrs. return by motor boat, 5 or 6 hrs under sail.

Destinations further north entail passage through the shallow Mkanda Channel and must be carefully timed with the tide. The north side of Manda Island together with Manda Toto, a favourite fishing and goggling spot, make a nice day trip. The most important settlement on the island is Lamu historic rival, Pate Town. There are many ruins here but the most spectacular is the fort at Siyu in the middle of the island.

for snorkelling; 1 hr. by motor boat. Tenewi Island, Manda Toto, Pazarli Rocks or Pate Town: require the whole day to visit.

full day's motoring from Kijani House. There two lodges on the island, with accommodation and meals. The return trip could be made the following day, or the same day by air.