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Private Zanzibar Stone Town Historical Tour: Explore History, Culture and Handicraft Traditions
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Stone Town
Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and fascinating handicraft traditions of Stone Town on a private tour. Explore monuments, museums, and key attractions with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe) - Discover a historic site that once served as a prison, featuring an ancient amphitheater used by women, and traditional handicrafts.
- Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral - Our guide will lead you through the area to view the slave monuments and the tomb of Edward Steers.
- Freddie Mercury Museum - At the Freddie Mercury Museum in Zanzibar, visitors will delve into the fascinating world of the legendary musician. Explore exhibits filled with memorabilia, personal artifacts, and interactive displays that highlight Freddie Mercury’s life and legacy. Learn about his musical journey, cultural impact, and enjoy an enriching experience celebrating his extraordinary career.
- Forodhani Gardens - Upon arriving at Forodhani Park Garden in Zanzibar, visitors will be welcomed by a scenic garden oasis along the coastline. The park is renowned for its lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and palm trees that offer shade and create a tranquil environment.
- Hamamni Persian Baths - During the visit, travelers will gain insights into the historical importance of the baths. Discover how these baths were once a vital meeting place and a symbol of communal life in Stone Town. Guides will share details about the traditional bathing rituals, cultural practices, and the role the baths played in local society.
- Darajani Bazaar - A bustling and colorful market. Walk with me through the narrow streets, where you’ll encounter vibrant spices, fresh fruits and vegetables, and handmade goods. Purchase unique souvenirs, sample various fruits, and experience the authentic Zanzibari lifestyle.
What's Included
- Dedicated shopping time for souvenirs and local goods.
- Complimentary mineral water to keep you hydrated.
- Guidance from an experienced and professional tour guide.
What's Not Included
- Expenses of a personal nature
Additional Information
Secure your personal guide to narrate the history of Stone Town by opting for this tour, inclusive of return transfers from local hotels.
Explore landmarks tied to the history of the slave trade, gain insights into the local handicraft customs and tour major points of interest such as the Ancient Fort, the Wonders House, the Freddie Mercury Museum, and the Palace Museum.
Location
The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)
Mizingani Rd,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Lukasme2528mh
Jul 29, 2024
Spice farm & stone town with Mady - We had a very interesting tour through stone town with many historical facts about the past and the evolution of Zanzibar. The spice tour in the morning has also been very interesting and we loved that Mady (local guide) also showed us a nearby nursery & primary school. He can arrange tours up to your wishes which is very nice as you might not want to visit every tourist place and have other interests. At the end he also assisted on the local market negotiating with locals. Asante sana Mady.
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824tabeaj
Mar 23, 2024
Informative tour through Stone Town - We had a great and very informative tour through Stone Town. Mady was always very friendly and was also able to answer all of our questions. He knows a lot about the city and shared his knowledge with us. We would recommend his tour to anyone that is interested in the culture, life and history of Stone Town.
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Latosha
Dec 15, 2023
Stone town with the Best! - Mady was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable about stone town and Zanzibar’s Rich history. Very kind and we kept a great pace to the tour. So much to see and take in and with Mady you get a comprehensive overview of it all! Thanks for everything even the Swahili lesson between stops
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Jazmin_w
Dec 12, 2023
Great Tour - Mady was great. Very passionate about Zanzibar history and gave us a lot of detail that many other guides would probably not touch on. I would definitely recommend him especially for people who want a complete tour with complete history.
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St_fanj2023
Nov 9, 2023
Memorable Tour - Our guide Mady made our tour memorable! His knowledge about Tanzania, Zanzibar and Stone Town was beyond expectation. We recommend to everyone who wants to understand the essence of this historical Town.
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Tobiasse4192rq
Oct 1, 2023
Great!! - Great experience! Mady is a very experienced guide with an impressive historical knowledge. We learned a lot and had a great day 👍
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Samanthafi3537ap
Sep 2, 2023
Best tour in Stone Town - Mady was so knowledgeable and fun! He knew the best places to go and had great recommendations for the rest of our weekend.
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Musa
Aug 26, 2023
The tour was amazing - Very nice guy knows more about Zanzibar than google.
You will not regret letting hem show you around.
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