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By Safe Zanzibar Tours & Safari

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is S$26 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Walk hidden alleys and hear real stories from Stone Town’s rich past
    • Visit historic sites from the Sultan, Arab, British and colonial eras
    • Explore busy local markets and experience daily Zanzibari life
    • See and learn about Tanzanite — Tanzania’s rare and beautiful gem
    • Enjoy time to shop for local crafts, souvenirs, and rare Tanzanite gems

Activity location

    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • R5QQ+JR, Sokoku St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | The House of Wonders is currently under construction. It is beside Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort. Meet outside the House of Wonders by the large single cannon. If needed, call or text for directions or pickup.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Stone Town Walking Tour: History, Culture & Shopping

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 16:20
Price details
S$30.90 x 2 AdultsS$61.80
Total
Price is S$61.80

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Bottle of water
  • Inclusions
    Shopping/ option
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees
  • Exclusions
    Pick-up

What you can expect

  • Explore the hidden heart of Stone Town on this walking tour full of real history and culture. Walk through narrow streets and hear fascinating stories from the time of the sultans and traders. Learn about Zanzibar’s rich past, from Swahili and Arab influences to the Persian and colonial times. Visit famous landmarks and busy markets, then end your trip by seeing one of Tanzania’s rarest hidden gems — the beautiful Tanzanite stone. This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to discover true history, culture, and local treasures.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R5QQ+JR, Sokoku St, Zanzibar, Tanzania | The House of Wonders is currently under construction. It is beside Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort. Meet outside the House of Wonders by the large single cannon. If needed, call or text for directions or pickup.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R5QQ+VCM, Zanzibar, Tanzania | Outside of the main entrance of Fish Market Restaurant. That is where we will meet. The drop-off point after the tour will depend on your preference.
    • Zanzibar, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania