
Duration: 1 day
This tour gives nature lovers a good overview of the flora and fauna living and growing on Zanzibar.
Highlights: Jozani Forest Reserve
FULL LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
Nature lovers will enjoy this exploration of the Jozani Forest Reserve. Located 35 kilometres southeast of Zanzibar, it is the largest area of mature forest left on Zanzibar. The forest hosts a sizeable population of the rare Red Colobus Monkey, which is endemic to Zanzibar. With a little bit of luck you may see other animals such as Sykes Monkeys, Bushbabies, Ader’s Duikers, Hyraxes, bushpigs and small bucks. Over 50 species of butterflies and about 40 species of birds are also to be found in this small area. After seeing the forest, take some time to rest or visit the mangroves which are close by and very interesting to see, before returning to the pier.
SHORT LENGTH TOUR DESCRIPTION
This tour gives nature lovers a good overview of the flora and fauna living and growing on Zanzibar.
TIMING BREAKDOWN
00:00 – 01:00 Disembark, board the coaches and drive to Jozani Forest
01:00 – 02:00 Visit the Forest
02:00 – 02:30 free time or mangrove walk
02:30 – 03:30 Drive back to pier
Approximate duration: 3½ hours
OPERATIONAL NOTES
- Free bottled water on coaches
- One experienced guide per coach
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Pre-paid tickets to the sites
- Uniformed staff with clear nametags guiding the tour
- Difficult to access by wheelchair, depending on the weather (muddy surface)
- Solid, closed shoes are recommended
- Activity Level is mild: approximately 2 hours of driving and 90 minutes of easy walking with several stops