Stone Town Zanzibar Tour: Explore Cultural Diversity and Historical Landmarks
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Stone Town
Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural diversity and rich history of Stone Town, Zanzibar. Explore historical landmarks, bustling markets, and indulge in delicious street food at Forodhani Gardens.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Stone Town - Stone Town is a very lively place where you’ll find a mixture of Arabic, African, Indian and European cultures living comfortably together. As you walk through the labyrinth of streets too narrow for cars to pass, you can see mosques, churches, and temples side to side.

While you wander around the city, your guide will take you on a historical and cultural journey through the old slave market, Darajani marketplace, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, and the Sultan’s Palace. Tour also includes a lunch in a restaurant or in a local house, if agreed beforehand.

While the tour is only half a day, we recommend you to stay in Stone Town for at least two days to discover many more magnificent wonders. Forodhani Gardens is definitely worth a visit, especially at night when it comes alive as one of the best street food markets in East Africa.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Flights, Tipping the crew, Visas
  • Medical Insurance and Travel Insurance
Additional Information

Stone Town is a bustling hub that boasts a unique blend of African, Arabic, Indian, and European cultures co-existing harmoniously. As you navigate the maze of streets too tight for cars, mosques, churches, and temples exist peacefully side by side.

During the tour of the city, your guide will provide a rich historical and cultural narrative as you visit the old slave market, Darajani market square, the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, and the Sultan’s Palace. The tour includes a meal in a local eatery or residence, prearranged.

The tour lasts for a half-day, but it is recommended to spend at least two days in Stone Town to fully explore its astounding attractions. A visit to the Forodhani Gardens is a worthy endeavour, especially in the evening to experience one of the best street food markets in East Africa.

Location
Stone Town
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Charlottesteve00
Feb 3, 2021
My Serengeti balloon experience - I didn't want to miss this tour when I was in Serengeti, my plane was departing at 9:00 from seronera, Burigi Chato Safaris arranged a one hour balloon tour before I get transferred to seronera airstrip.Really I loved the experience.
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Gardenpastor
Feb 1, 2021
My best Tour - I can say serengeti balloon tour was one of my favourite tour in serengeti. Even if you do it in almost a hour but it id something you dont need to miss.
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Jamesreece862
Jan 23, 2021
Up in the air at serengeti - A hot air balloon Safari across the Serengeti was very amazing, and I got a time to experience the majestic Serengeti from the sky, simply it was worth and unforgettable journey
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Jenseentheobarrd
Jan 22, 2021
Amazing hot air - While in Serengeti we also did Balloon Safari. I saw the big five animals and watched a cheetah stalk and chase its prey from the balloon. we shot numerous photos. We watched elephants cross the river in the morning. I think we saw all of the animals at one time or another.
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Weinerhavatz
Jan 19, 2021
Amazing Serengeti - Serengeti National Park game drive also is fantastic due to the fact that you feel really in an ancient world. On the other side, The Serengeti Balloon tour is also fantastic as you spot biggest amount of animals above from the balloon. Accommodations where perfect in any place, even too much comfortable. I recommend Burigi Chato Safaris for Serengeti Balloon Safari.
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Hubarrahul
Jan 18, 2021
Serengeti balloon Safari - We spent more than a hour for Serengeti Balloon Safari in Serengeti National Park thoroughly enjoyed being able to watch the animals in their native habitat from the balloon. We saw packs of big cats, millions of wildebeests several times as well as breeding herds of elephants with tiny newborn babies. Looking out over the plains at herds of antelope was really thrilling.
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Mapeterchid
Dec 23, 2020
Serengeti scenic beauty view from the Hot Balloon - In my review of Serengeti Balloon Safari you will see why I rate Serengeti so highly as a Balloon Safari destination. Overall, the Guides are remarkably friendly and proud of their National Park. The scenic beauty, isolation, and unspoiled expanses of land are worth the trip.
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Jamesgozbert
Dec 18, 2020
Serengeti was a very interested park to do hot Ballon ride . - I never felt in danger, and everyone was always happy to help you out. We camped at numerous locations throughout the Serengeti National Park and never had an issue. Beautiful scenery and wonderful people. I really recommend Burigi Chato Safaris for Serengeti Balloon Safari.
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Stella
Dec 15, 2020
Amazing lion and other aminal - I flew myself and a friend into Serengeti balloon Safari. This was an amazing experience with the most beautiful wildlife. Everyone who saw aerial wildlife photos asked how I snapped them. I told them this is everything about Serengeti Balloon. The staff was awesome and I ate like a king! Can't wait!! Thank you, Burigi Chato Safaris for being a true to me!
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Paul4566
Dec 15, 2020
Hot air - Serengeti Balloon Tour is a "trip of a lifetime," but one that I need to repeat, because, I did Serengeti balloon in Central Serengeti, I would need to do it again in Northern Serengeti. For the first time, I "get" Africa. Photos and movies can't do it full justice. Its not really sightseeing so much as it's an experience, unlike any that I've ever had before.
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