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3 hours Jozani Monkey Spotting and Mangroves walking Tours

3 hours Jozani Monkey Spotting and Mangroves walking Tours

Embark on the enchanting remaining Tropical forest of the Island of Zanzibar where you will explore unique tropical flora and fauna including varieties of bird species, and endemic plant life—having a chance to see the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys in their natural habitat. These endangered primates are known for their distinctive red and white fur. Our guide will help you spot them and share interesting facts about their behaviour and conservation status. Itinerary: Welcoming and introduction: Our experienced local guide will process all the ticketing procedures, and offer you forest guidelines and safety precautions. Monkey Viewing Area Our experienced local guide will assist in locating and spotting the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys in their natural habitat and other interesting flora and fauna which are found in the forest. Nature Walks and Exploration: Venture deeper into the forest on the Jozani forest trails. These paths wind through ancient trees, past rare plant species, and various microhabitats. Our guide will point out interesting features like medicinal plants and explain the forest’s role in the local traditions of the people of Pete village. The Mangrove Boardwalk: Next, we’ll explore the mangrove section of the forest. This boardwalk meanders through a unique ecosystem where the trees’ roots filter seawater. Look out for mudskippers and various bird species adapted to this brackish environment. The contrast between the mangrove swamp and the forest's dense vegetation is truly striking. Bird Watching Jozani Forest is a haven for bird enthusiasts. Take some time to observe the forest’s diverse avian population. Keep an eye out for the endemic Zanzibar Sykes’ Monkey and other rare species that call this forest home. Return and Farewell As your tour concludes, our guide will return you to the van for transfer back to the hotel.

Private Full Day Trip Exploring Zanzibar Nature

Private Full Day Trip Exploring Zanzibar Nature

This fun and action pack tour is perfect for those who want to experience both Zanzibar’s natural treasures and village life at close quarters and help preserve it. A day not to be missed by nature lovers! We have designed this tour in such a way that the people of Pete village can generate an income from tourism. You will start your tour with a guided walk deep into Jozan Forest. While much of Zanzibar’s nature has been lost to agriculture and construction, Jozani’s varied and fascinating flora and fauna is still very much intact and well worth exploring. Then, we will board oxcarts and ride through the villages that surround the forest towards the Pete inlet, After a lovely Swahili lunch we will explore the mangrove forest by canoe. A visit to the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre will round off your day exploring Zanzibar’s nature. This successful community project maintains the largest butterfly enclosure in East Africa, It aims to protect Zanzibar’s many indigenous species of butterflies. Then going to explore untouched rural village To discover the virgin village and their primitive activities we are always happy to take you to this hidden village which doesn't have even electricity, can you imagine how locally it is, going to learn from them the way they live and eat some local food as lunch. This is unforgettable experience ever.

ZANZIBAR: Jozani Forest, Butterfly & Chamilions Day Trip

ZANZIBAR: Jozani Forest, Butterfly & Chamilions Day Trip

Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is the large areas i Zanzibar Island. The trip will starting after a car take you there. After arrive Jozani the guide will going with you in the forest to starting the tour on the trials you will get the chance to see the different animals like Red Colobus monkey which is also only unique to Zanzibar with less than 2000 species remaining in the world even blue monkey, elephant shrew and others insects like millipede and so on. Also you will connect direct to see the bridge and different Mangrove trees which you experience and take beautiful picture because it’s very good place, also you will enjoy, luxury to meet with the local people that show the culture of Africa by dance and play the local drama music. After forest you will go to see and get memorable experiences by touch the chameleons and to see the different colors of the butterfly that make the place to be beautiful of the forest. The tour will end after the lunch time that you take car back to the Jozani Restaurant which you will have the heavy Lunch after finish you will take few minutes for rest and start back to your hotel. But the Lunch does not included in the package but if you want you can request to us and we arrange for extra charge.

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