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Zanzibar Nature Expedition /Beach Vacation:
Zanzibar-The Spice Island:
This island on Tanzania's north coast has lured travelers
for centuries, and it was the influence of the Shirazi Persians and the
Omani Arabs that has lingered mostly on the island. Known as the spice Island
and the largest producer of cloves, Zanzibar's east coast beaches are superb
you can explore the spice and fruit plantations and visit Jozani Forest.
Best
of all is the old stone town of Zanzibar. It's a cluster of winding streets
lined with whitewashed coral houses, bazaars, mosques, fortresses, two
former sultan's palaces, two huge cathedrals and faded colonial mansions
all vividly evoking the islands long history.
Zanzibar Half day spice:
Zanzibar best known as the 'spice island' was the centre for the slave trade in East Africa and base for David Living
stone's expeditions into the unexplored African interior. Smell full of
the aroma of cloves and other spices, which still provide a livelihood
for many people of Zanzibar.
Zanzibar Half day Prison island:
Also known as 'Prison Island in zanzibar ', it's the most
famous of the offshore islands. This island was once owned by an Arab
who used it for rebellious slaves. Later it was sold to general Mathews
who converted it into a prison. However it has never been used as such.
The island is also home to giant tortoises which are supposed to have
been brought over from Aldabra - an Atoll off the Seychelles. The small
beach disappears at high tide, but it is superb to swim in the crystal
clear water with splendid coral reefs. The island itself is well-forested,
nice for a walk, an ideal place for a day trip.
Zanzibar Half day Jozani forest:
A small National Park centrally located on
the island. It is the last remaining sanctuary for the Red Colobus Monkey.
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