Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar
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HK$360.13
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Ages 16-99
Duration: 2–3 hours
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Live guide: Arabic, German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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- Bottled water
- Guide
- Pickup from hotels located in Stone Town
What's not included- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Transfer from other parts of the island (tour starts in Stone Town)
- Entry/Admission - Zanzibar Island
- Entry/Admission - Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral
- Departure details
- Forte arabo di Stone Town, Mizingani Rd, Zanzibar, Tanzania In front of the Old Fort main entrance, in Forodhani, Stone Town
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 34358P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Which attractions will I visit with Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar?
- During this experience, places you will visit include:Discover and book Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar on Tripadvisor
- How much is Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar?
- Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar price starts from HK$350.78. Discover and book Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar on Tripadvisor
- What is the Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar cancellation policy?
- Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 2h. Discover and book Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 34358P3
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- You'll start atForte arabo di Stone TownMizingani Rd, Zanzibar, TanzaniaIn front of the Old Fort main entrance, in Forodhani, Stone TownSee address & details
- 1The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)Stop: 10 minutesSee detailsPass byForodhani Gardens
- 2People's Palace MuseumStop: 30 minutes - Admission excludedSee details
- 3Old Slave Market/Anglican CathedralStop: 30 minutes - Admission excludedSee details
- 4Darajani BazaarStop: 15 minutesSee detailsPass byJaw's Corner
- You'll return to the starting point
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Colleen L
1 contribution
Feb 2020
we were on the Sun Princess and only found out about the $US69.00 visa fee once we were onboard! We decided not go ashore after all and tried to cancel for the 3 weeks prior to the tour. On board ship, as everyone knows, the wifi is slow, but we eventually had the response 'Your cancellation has been noted'. So far we have had no refund or paperwork saying that the tour had been cancelled even though it was well within the cancellation period. Please confirm that you received our cancellation notice and send the refund. Your tour guide on the ground can confirm we did not attend. Thank you. booking nos are available.
Written 13 March 2020
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ctrgeneva2015
Geneva, Switzerland97 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
I enjoy history more than shopping for stuff so I really liked this tour. In three hours we covered the most historical aspects of Stone Town. My guide knew all the aspects of the 20th century Sultanate and its downfall- which he recounted as went from room to room in the old Royal complex As we progressed into the old Fish Market, my guide even knew the history of the selling of meat and Fish in Zanzibar and the old local customs that surrounded the trades. The one shop we did stop at was old and serious and had many beautiful old things from before the 1963 revolution. In fact a recent US President had shopped there not too long ago! My guide was very professional and I was very happy with my tour. Highly recommended!
Written 5 August 2019
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Karina A
Fredericia, Denmark84 contributions
We booked the tour online a couple of weeks before arriving in Zanzibar - very nice and easy through Viator. Also payed everything online. Our guide knew everything there is to know about Zanzibar and Stone Town. So we saw all the historic buildings and learned all about the fantastic city. The guide was friendly, spoke fairly good english and was on time. The tour was from 9:00-12:30, which we thought was very good value for the price we paid. Would definitely recommend doing this tour on your first day in Stone Town.
Written 3 August 2019
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Juluan-BG
Yambol, Bulgaria32 contributions
Feb 2020
No need a guide, you can make it alone. Nothing interesting anyway. Freddy Mercury hours and few more places...
Written 3 March 2020
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Tanzania50 contributions
Probably when you get a chance to visit there you will see the beautiness of the stone town city of Zanzibar island as well as get experience of Zanzibar life how do people live in daily life the stone town city its so amazing and unique on its own ways which amazed the majority of the tourists who come and to do walking round the city
Written 8 August 2022
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patsychom
vancouver396 contributions
Oct 2019
Very important to have a tour guide as area is very confusing plus you really don't know what you are looking at. Even with a guide book, so much easier and pleasant to have a guide and it is not expensive. As well, I was looking for a particular shop which he took us to whereas I never would have found it on my own. Very interesting place full of history. Architecture interesting as it passes through and reflects history and who ruled at the time. The market was crazy - absolutely the highlight for me! Frantic energy and tons of people. Also got recommendations from the guide re other things to do and see and where to eat so well worth the minimal cost of the tour.
Written 30 December 2019
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123susan456
Lake City, FL591 contributions
Nov 2019
Because I got lost in the maze decided to take the tour. I did a 5pm one to hopefully get out of the brutal heat. Loved seeing freddy mercurys home. Saw the slave quarters which is very hard to see what people can doto each other spice market etc. Worth doing.
Written 29 November 2019
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helenieg
Sydney, Australia7 contributions
Sep 2019 • Friends
Excellent. Interesting to see the old slave market and the different markets. There were lots of people and it was hot. Carry drinking water. The Buildings are very worn and need renovating.
Written 20 October 2019
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Kim
7 contributions
Sep 2019
Mohammed (Amigo) of Colors of Zanzibar conducted our walking tour. He was efficient and knowledgeable. He was attentive to our group. If you love history, this is a tour that you cannot miss.
We were not hurried. I had trouble with the humidity but did get a break with a brief rain shower.
We were not hurried. I had trouble with the humidity but did get a break with a brief rain shower.
Written 28 September 2019
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Cparrick
Perth, Australia34 contributions
Colors of Tanzania were easy to contact via Whatsapp and quick to reply, which made it very easy to book last minute.
We have just finished a fantastic tour through Stone Town covering all the highlights from the beginning of this small towns long historical timeline.
Our guide Mbana (not sure on spelling) was excellent, he answered all our questions and didn't miss anything.
Thank you so much
We have just finished a fantastic tour through Stone Town covering all the highlights from the beginning of this small towns long historical timeline.
Our guide Mbana (not sure on spelling) was excellent, he answered all our questions and didn't miss anything.
Thank you so much
Written 20 August 2019
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A_Y
4 contributions
Hi, is November end good time to visit Zanzibar as it shows rains and storms in the weather forecast. Want to know as we are planning to visit during November end and Dec beginning.
Thanks
Kim
7 contributions
So sorry, I did not see this question until December. Did you go? How was the weather?
Namitha Philipose
Nairobi, Kenya15 contributions
Hi, is it possible for me to join another group that is doing a tour on the same day as me?
Davidpiaia
Melbourne, Australia53 contributions
what time do the tours start
Davidpiaia
Melbourne, Australia53 contributions
thanks
louisa068
Adelaide, Australia17 contributions
Hi we are 3 I. Total and would perhaps like a walking tour this coming tues around mid morning. Is this possible
louisa068
Adelaide, Australia17 contributions
Hi we are 3 I. Total and would perhaps like a walking tour this coming tues around mid morning. Is this possible
David O
Wayzata, MN7 contributions
Sorry I didn't see your question earlier, as I think you wanted to take this tour yesterday. Hope you were able to direct your question to "Colors of Zanzibar," as I only posted a review and have no role in scheduling the tours.
jankano
Dublin, Ireland11 contributions
Hi, following previous question, we are also interested if it possible to organize a tour in the afternoon of the 20th August, 2 people
Jan P
Berkshire Park11 contributions
Hi, I am interested in doing your tour - do you have an afternoon tour available for 20th August, 2 people
Samir S
Thika, Kenya
Hi, we wanted to do the Stone Town walking tour for about 3 to 4 hours on 8th of March this year. We are 3 people including one 80 year old lady. We will be staying at Blue Bay. Is there any way we can be picked up from there and be dropped back after the tour? If so how much would it cost.
PubFan207
Greater London, UK10 contributions
This looks great. We'll be travelling from Jambiani so we need to know firstly how long it will take to get to ST from there and also what time the tour begins? We arrive 13th Jan and would like to do the tour on the 14th in the morning, ideally.
jazulu
Wexford, Ireland65 contributions
A general question please: how much should one tip: the porters, the guides, etc. I always seem to tip either too much or too little.
Colors of Zanzibar
Zanzibar City, Tanzania6 contributions
Usually in Zanzibar tips are around 1000-2000 shillings for small services, and if you spend more time with the person (like a guide or driver) you can tip more. But tipping is not necessary if you are already paying for the service, like a taxi drive or a guided tour :)
