Half day Trip to Experience The Vibes of Nungwi & Kendwa - The Must Visit Places
Nungwi is the name of the village in the northern part of Zanzibar Island. This part of the trip mainly focuses on a cultural village visit of the Nungwi village, sightseeing and free time to relax at the white sand beach of the north. At Nungwi there is a number of very interesting things to see and do including Baraka Natural Aquarium, a place where traditional dhows are built, and Kendwa Rock Beach.
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from Jambiani, Paje & Michamvi
PICKUP FROM SOUTH COAST: This applied to those clients staying on South Coast (Kizimkazi, Makunduchi, Jambiani, Paje, Pingwe, Bwejuu and Michamvi).
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What's included in Half day Trip to Experience The Vibes of Nungwi & Kendwa - The Must Visit Places
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Baraka Natural Aquarium - Nungwi
Start your day by visiting Baraka Natural Aquarium which is home to endangered sea turtles and a variety of fish. The aquarium itself is a natural formation carved out from the coral bedrock by the erosion of millions of waves crashing against the shore. The depth of the water rises and falls with the tides providing a natural environment for its inhabitants. Use the unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles. During the visit, you can also feed turtles with seaweed or just spend your time in the water. Also, you can take snorkeling masks to dive and watch them in their natural environment.
This part of the trip includes a stopover in the traditional fish market in Nungwi, sightseeing and free time to relax at the white sand beach of the north if you wish. Depending on the catch day you might see Tuna, King Fish, Dorado and a variety of other large fish for sale. Local fishermen (and women) wade out to the edge of the coral reef to catch a number of different small sea creatures including squid, octopus, pufferfish and the occasional ray – their catch will be sold at the fish market throughout the day.
We will stop at the blacksmith and see the traditional way of making the tools for the construction of dhows. At the construction site, we will see the way dhows have been built for centuries and see how skilled craftsmen bend wood to create the dhows. Take advantage of the opportunity to try your hand at this unique craft. While watching the white sails of the Dhows go by, you might wonder how these impressive boats are made. The Nungwi Boat Yard is a riveting (if you’ll pardon the pun) experience where you’ll meet the shipyard owner and learn how the dhows are built; from the sourcing of the wood to the joints used and how they are launched.
Inclusions
- Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour guide
- Mineral Water During the Tour
- Entrance Fees and Snorkelling Mask at Baraka Natural Aquarium
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Contribution to the local community
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in a private car with air conditioning
- Medical Insurance if needed
- Gratuities for Guide/Driver (please tip separately)
- Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
- Expenses of a personal Nature
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Hotel pickup starts approximately 7 - 75 minutes prior to this time and it depends on the location of the hotel. The exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
