Where To Go in February 2014

Zanzibar is part of the East African republic of Tanzania. The island covers area of 1465 sq. Kms , 35 Kms off the coast of Dar es Salaam

Best known for

• Once the capital city of Oman in the early 19^th Century under the Sultanate of Sultan Seyyid
• Popularly known as “The Spice Island” due to the farming of vital spices on the island i.e. cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, etc
• Was once, one of the main hub of the slave trade
• The famous Stone Town of Zanzibar – a Unesco World Heritage Site
• Pristine beaches and sandy coastline
• Vibrant historical and cultural presence, historical monuments showcasing Portuguese, Arab, European culture. Some can be dated back to the 12^th century AD.

Activities

• One of the best spots for Whale Shark watching
• Catch glimpses of migrating Humpback and Sperm Whales off Zanzibar from July-December.
• Abundance of excursions available i.e. Dolphin tour, Spice Island tour, Prison Island Tour, Chumbe Environmental Island tour, Jozani Forest, City Walking tour, Stone Town tour, historical tour etc.
• Lunch on numerous sand bars during low tide
• Sunset dhow cruises for sundowners and light music
• Very good locations for scuba diving and snorkeling
• Beautiful, pristine beaches with azure blue waters for swimming, sun bathing and relaxation
• Sea sports i.e. deep sea fishing, jet skis, dhow trips, wake boarding, wind surfing, kayaking etc.
• Experience the local Swahili culture
• Indulge into local Swahili cuisine every evening at the Forodhani Area in Stone Town.

 

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Africa's first underwater hotel room - The Manta Resort in Pemba Island

Manta Resort Pemba Island

IMAGINE yourself encapsulated within a turquoise blue bubble, watching shoals of colourful reef fish dart around. Welcome to Africa's firstunderwater room in Pemba Island at The Manta Resort.

Manta Resort Pemba Island

 The floating dwelling, designed by Swedish engineers, is made up of three levels - some above water, and some under it.

Manta Resort Pemba Island

 Although underwater rooms do exist in places such as the Maldives and Stockholm, this is the first one in Africa, and Pemba is renowned for being a great diving spot with a plethora of sealife found in the surroundings waters.

Manta Resort Pemba Island

by: news.com.au

Dar es salaam to Zanzibar Flying Package

Zanzibar Flying Package - $399.00

Offer valid till date 31st October 2013

Your 3 Day Inclusive Package

• 2 night’s accommodation 
• Includes return flight from Dar with taxes 
• Return airport transfers in Zanzibar 
• FULL BOARD: breakfast, lunch & dinner