Zanzibar: Jozani & Salaam, Monkeys, Mangroves & Secret Beach
- Meet Zanzibar's endemic red colobus monkeys
- Explore beautiful Jozani Forest
- Visit the peaceful Salaam Cave
- Discover Zanzibar's coastal mangrove ecosystem
- Learn about the importance of mangroves
- Relax at a secluded secret beach
- Swim in the crystal-clear Indian Ocean
- Enjoy a combination of wildlife, nature and beach experiences
- Travel with a professional local guide
Discover a different side of Zanzibar on a full-day nature and beach adventure combining Jozani Forest, the island's famous red colobus monkeys, Salaam Cave, a peaceful mangrove ecosystem and a secluded secret beach.
Begin your experience with a comfortable pickup from your hotel and travel into Zanzibar's lush interior. Explore Jozani Forest with a local guide and look out for the endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkeys. Learn about the forest ecosystem, native plants and wildlife while walking along the forest trails.
Continue to Salaam Cave, a peaceful natural attraction surrounded by tropical scenery. Discover the cave and learn about its natural environment and local significance.
Next, experience Zanzibar's mangrove ecosystem. Learn how these coastal forests protect the shoreline and provide important habitats for fish, birds and other wildlife while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Finish your day at a beautiful secret beach away from the busiest tourist areas. Relax on the sand, swim in the clear Indian Ocean, take photos and enjoy the tropical atmosphere before returning to your hotel.
This experience is perfect for travelers who want to combine wildlife, nature, local knowledge, mangroves and a relaxing beach escape in one memorable Zanzibar excursion.
08:00 – Hotel Pickup
Meet your driver at your hotel and begin your journey into the interior of Zanzibar.
09:00 – Jozani Forest
Explore Jozani Forest with a local guide. Walk through the forest trails, discover native vegetation and look for Zanzibar's endemic red colobus monkeys in their natural habitat.
10:30 – Salaam Cave
Continue to Salaam Cave and explore this peaceful natural attraction. Learn about the cave and its surrounding environment.
12:00 – Mangrove Experience
Visit the mangrove area and discover one of Zanzibar's important coastal ecosystems. Learn how mangroves protect the coastline and support marine life and birds.
13:00 – Lunch / Free Time
Enjoy lunch at your own expense or take a short break before continuing to the beach.
14:00 – Secret Beach Escape
Travel to a secluded beach where you can relax, swim, take photos and enjoy the clear waters and peaceful surroundings.
16:00 – Return Journey
Leave the secret beach and begin the journey back to your hotel.
17:00 – Hotel Drop-Off
Arrive back at your hotel after a full day of forest, wildlife, cave, mangrove and beach experiences.
Pickup is available from any hotel or agreed meeting point in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar.
Please wait at your hotel’s main pickup/drop-off lobby or reception area. Our driver will come to the designated pickup point and find you there.
Please clearly provide the exact hotel name and pickup location when making your booking.
Our driver will confirm your booking details and pickup arrangements before departure.
Please be ready and waiting at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
If your hotel has a specific pickup procedure, please follow the hotel’s instructions and remain at the agreed meeting point.
Look for the Maryam Tours Zanzibar driver/vehicle and have your booking details available.
Important: To avoid delays, please make sure your pickup location is clearly stated and be ready on time.
After the tour, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to your hotel or accommodation in Zanzibar.
Drop-off timing may vary depending on hotel location, traffic and local operating conditions.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Swimwear
- Change of clothes
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
- Comfortable beachwear
- Waterproof bag for valuables
- Camera or smartphone
- Drinking water
- Cash for lunch and personal expenses
- Booking confirmation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private or shared transportation, according to the selected booking option
- Jozani Forest guided visit
- Jozani Forest entrance fee, where applicable
- Red colobus monkey viewing
- Salaam Cave visit
- Applicable cave entrance fee
- Mangrove experience
- Secret beach visit
- Professional local guide
- Drinking water during the tour
- Applicable activity and entrance fees listed in the itinerary
- Lunch and additional meals
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal photography or video services
- Towels and personal beach items
- Activities not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
- Pickup or drop-off outside the agreed service area, if applicable
Please be ready at your hotel reception 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Bring your booking confirmation and keep your phone available for communication with the driver or guide.
Wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes. Bring swimwear and beach essentials for the final beach stop.
- he itinerary may be adjusted slightly due to weather, traffic, tides or local operating conditions.
- Wildlife sightings, including red colobus monkeys, are not guaranteed, as they are wild animals.
- Guests must follow the guide's instructions throughout the tour.
- Swimming at the secret beach is subject to sea and weather conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please inform us in advance about any special requirements or dietary restrictions.
- Lunch is not included unless specifically added to the selected booking option.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.
- Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour are non-refundable.
- No-shows are non-refundable.
- If the tour is cancelled or significantly changed because of unsafe weather or other circumstances beyond our control, an alternative date or appropriate resolution may be offered[first_name]
