Overview
It may not have a particularly romantic name, but Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar, little changed in the last 200 years. It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses whose original owners vied with each other over the extravagance of their dwellings.This one-upmanship is particularly reflected in the brass-studded, carved, wooden doors – there are more than 500 different examples of this handiwork. You can spend many idle hours and days just wandering through the fascinating labyrinth of narrow streets and alleyways.
This is a walking tour that takes you through fabled Stone Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders,the former slave market for East African Slave trade, and the Arab Fort among st others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar.The architectural style of Stone town buildings is a unique mixture of various influences and culture.You will see Zanzibar’s bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques! Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts to choose from.
A guided walk through this colorful and alternating city with tour knowledgeable tour guides, who knows not only funny of Stone town, but also cruel stories to tell about life of the old times in Stone town. Stone town tour is a walking tour and takes almost 3 hrs of walking in the narrow streets. The half daytrip includes the guide and all entrance fees.
TRIP DETAILS
- Trip Duration: 5 Hours.
- Morning Times: 8am – 1pm.
- Afternoon Times: 1pm – 5pm.
INCLUSIONS
- pickup and drop off from your hotel
- Tour guide
- Entrance fees
- Mineral Water
- hotel transfers
Meeting and Pickup
- Select a pickup point
Pickup details
- We will be pick you up from any Hotel/ Accommodation located in Zanzibar.
Start time
- 08:00 AM
End point
- This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessibl
- Most travelers can participate
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
How to pay
- Book with 20% deposit, pay rest on your trip date.
When you confirm your trip, Zanzibar star tours charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid on your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
Online Payments
To make a payment to Zanzibar Star Tour’s account using your credit card please click the “ PAY PAL ” button below to be redirected to our secure payment page.
PRICES
| No. of People | Price per person |
| 1 Person | $110 |
| 2 People | $65 per person |
| 3 People | $40 per person |
| 4 people | $30 per person |
| 5 People | $25 Per person |
| 6 + People | $20 Per person |
