Jozani Forest

Jozani Forest is a nature reserve located approximately 35 km from Zanzibar Town. It is part of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park and is one of the last rain forests remaining in its natural form in East Africa. Jozani Forest is the home to 40 different bird and 50 butterfly species living amongst tropical trees such as baobabs, ficuses and mangroves. Undoubtedly, the main attraction are Red Colobus monkeys. These branch hopping monkeys cannot be found anywhere else in the world. The reserve is also home of the hard-to-spot blue monkeys living in the upper branches. Walking among the variety of the reserve`s floral and faunal species is part and parcel of the Zanzibar trip.

The Rock Restaurant

The Rock Restaurant is probably the only restaurant in the world built on a coral island. During low tide it is accessible by foot with knee high water level, but during high tide it can only be reached by boat. The Rock sits guests at 12 tables and serves exquisite fish and sea food dishes. The menu consists of freshly caught octopus, calamari, prawns and king lobsters. The place opened in 2012 and has already become world famous and a must-see destination for tourists visiting the island.

Paje

Paje – a place in middle eastern part of Zanzibar famous for the most beautiful ocean colours on the island. It is the favourite place for kitesurfers thanks to its ideal winds for 8 months a year. Maasai walking on the beach in their colourful outfits, along with deep blue sky, turquoise ocean and colourful sails will forever remain in memories and on photos. There is also a possibility of visiting the Zanzibar`s only facility producing natural cosmetics from algae.

Trip agenda:

  • Departure from the hotel – around 09.00 a.m.
  • Visit in a local school*
  • Jozani Forest – around 2 hours
  • Paje – sunbathing, coffee (or more), walk around the village
  • Sea Weed Centre
  • The Rock Restaurant (optional lunch – to be arranged)
  • Return to the hotel: around 05.00-06.00 p.m.

*this point of a trip cannot be realized in december beacuse of a hilday and during  days off

How to prepare for the trip:

We are going to a jungle! It is advisable to wear appropriate footwear (sneakers or trainers). On the way we are going to visit a local school. During the school visit it would be appropriate to cover shoulders or shorts with a pareo. In Paje, we will go to the beach – please, take your swim suits, towels, water shoes, and changing clothes. On our way from Paje we can make a stop at Sea Weed Centre where you can purchase local algae cosmetics. If you would like to have a meal at the Rock, please, let us know in advance – the place is small and very popular, so advanced bookings are required.