ZANZIBAR HOLYDAY🏝
THE GREAT ISLAND
Zanzibar emerged as a prominent historical site during the Portuguese invasion and to control the Swahili coast in the late 16th century. Omani Arabs took the control of the archipelago a century later.
Today, many of the winding streets and high townhouse of old stone town remain unchanged and visitors can walk between the sultan’s palace , the house of wonders, the Portuguese forth and gardens, the merchants’ houses, and the Turkish baths of the old city.
Idyllic paradise with beautiful white sandy beaches and warm turquoise-azure water of the Indian Ocean, spectacular marine-life at Menai Bay and Mnemba Atoll for snorkeling and scuba diving, deep sea fishing tour stone Town, tropical Spice farms, Jozani Forest and the unique Swahili culture.
ZANZIBAR 🐎 HORSE CLUB
The stables started with 3 beautiful horses of Arabian/Somali mix called Lu Lu, Crumble and Bob. All 3 of the horses spent 6 months training, eating and relaxing before welcoming guests. Since then, the horses have proven to be popular with guests, settled in and become part of the family. since then, we’ve gone from strength to strength and now have a further 15 horses at the stables in Nungwi and our paddocks & ranch in Kidoti village.
We have a wide range of horses for all ages, all sizes and capabilities. To find out more about our horses please go to the section “meet the horses” Our Nungwi stables are open most of the year, except for the months of April and May when the horses are moved to our Kidoti farm to rest and graze in the paddocks. Also, at Kidoti farm we have several donkeys and horses – either being trained for future riding or retired rescue horses. We are also running a small breeding programme for the Appaloosa horse breed.
We offer a variety of accompanied rides to suit all tastes; beach rides both in the morning and evening including sunset, swimming with horses, cultural rides in Nungwi village. However, all our rides are dependent on the tides, so for example we don’t ride at high tide but this is a great time to swim with the horses. Coming soon in autumn 2021, we will offer our longest trail. A 2 hour & a 4-hour circuit from Nungwi to Kidoti Village covering 8km of beaches, isolated villages and rural farmland – a truly unique experience of Zanzibar, taking you off the beaten track.
Furthermore, we are in discussion with the Government of Zanzibar regarding access to the island’s largest national park, Kichwele Forest Reserve. Offering more trails through this amazing forest, teeming with native wildlife – monkeys, bush babies, dik diks and more.
All our beach rides take place on the Northern Nungwi beaches, consistently voted a top 10 beach in the world and our evening rides take in the amazing sunset.
Feel free to stop by and see our stables and meet the horses. We are situated opposite the rear entrance to the Z hotel on Rear Village Road.
10% of all our profits are donated to Zaaso – a donation-based horse and donkey sanctuary who also provide general animal clinic services.
ZANZIBAR HIGHLIGHTS
STONE TOWN
JOZANI FOREST
Head To Jozani Forest +A vast and scenic spread of green, Jozani is the last indigenous forest left on Zanzibar.
Located inland from Chwaka Bay the area often floods, which luckily nurtures a unique swamp forest of many amazing looking trees and ferns.
The forest is best reached via bus (309 or 310), by chartered taxi or as part of an organized tour.
NUNGWI BEACH
Catch some sun at Nungwi beach +Nungwi is a village found on Zanzibar’s North West tip. +This is a popular place yet it’s not overrun by tourist, and it’s one of Zanzibar’s top beaches as the tide doesn’t head out too far. +This is a great beach for those looking to just soak up some sun and dip their toes in the sea but who don’t need the luxury of a fancy hotel on top.
PRISON ISLAND
isit Prison Island +A half-hour boat trip from Zanzibar, Prison Island provides a fascinating glimpse into the island’s slightly dark past-this land was once used as a place where slaves were detained and, when slavery was abolished, it functioned as a camp where people with deadly diseases were sent. +Fortunately enough, that is all in the past and today the island is a nature reserve for giant tortoises and a place to see the ruins that once functioned as the prison.
FORODHANI MARKET
Eat at Forodhani market +A spectacular night-time food market or night-outstanding food, Forodhani opens in the late afternoon in Stone Town.
The buzz and energy of this market are spectacular, and here you can find fresh local produce as well as freshly grilled fish, meat and vegetables.
The seafood options are by far the most popular and the fish is served with fried potato balls, naan bread and samosas.
PALACE MUSEUM
Palace Museum +Commonly known as the Sultan’s Palace, the Palace Museum is perhaps the most historic building in Stone Town and is a must-see for any tourist.
The Palace Museum is located in the waterfront, overlooking the ocean, and was built in the 19th century as a home for the Sultan and his family.
After the 1964 revolution the site was used as a Government building and was renamed as The People’s Palace. +Today it serves as a museum that showcases relic of the past Sultan family.
HOUSE OF WANDERS
House of Wonders +The House of Wonders is a hugely important and visually stunning historic building in Stone Town.
It hosts a highly interesting exhibition and offers a brilliant insight into Zanzibar and Swahili culture.
The House of Wonders is the grandest and tallest building in all of Stone Town and is found in a prominent location in front of the Forodhani Gardens on the old town’s seafront, in Mizingani Road.
Early notification of collapse of House of Wonders in Zanzibar – UNESCO World Heritage Centre
SPICE TOUR
Spice Tour +Zanzibar is known for its spice trade, so what better way to immerse you in the local culture than learning about its wealthiest and most profitable industry? Tourists can choose from a variety of tours and explore the winding streets with expert tour guides who will inform you of the origins of the industry, as well as teaching guests about the wide variety of spices that Zanzibar produces and trades in.
THE OLD FORT
The Old Fort +The oldest building in Stone Town the Old Fort is located on the seafront, right in front of the famous Forodhani Gardens’
Originally built in the 17th century with the purpose of defending the island from attacks from the Portuguese, nowadays the Old Fort is one of Stone Town’s main sights.
Visitors can admire the remains of the former fort and amble around the courtyard in the center, where sellers have local produce for sale.
An old amphitheater still hosts events and function in the fort.
ROCK RESTAURANT
Enjoy great views and fine food at the Rock +The Rock restaurant offers some stunning views of the island, as it is located on a rock with a view over all the city’s main sights.
Visitors don’t only come for the view though-fine dining also awaiting with some of the best seafood Zanzibar has to offer.
–Make sure to book as this exclusive restaurant has only 12 tables and it’s often fully booked.
