Overview
Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park protects the endangered Zanzibar red colobus, found nowhere else on earth. A park ranger walks you through the coral rag forest, the giant mahogany trail and the raised mangrove boardwalk.
Highlights
- Endemic Zanzibar red colobus at close range
- Ranger-guided forest and medicinal plant walk
- Mangrove boardwalk over the tidal creek
- Excellent wildlife photography
- Can be combined with the butterfly centre
Itinerary
08:30
Hotel pick-up in an air-conditioned vehicle.
09:30
Park briefing and ranger-guided forest walk.
10:30
Red colobus troop viewing.
11:15
Mangrove boardwalk.
12:30
Hotel drop-off.
What's included
- Private transfers
- National park entrance fee
- Park ranger and our guide
- Bottled water
What's excluded
- Butterfly centre entry (USD 5)
- Lunch
- Tips
Pick-up information
Morning and afternoon departures. Pick-up from Paje, Jambiani, Michamvi, Stone Town and the north coast.
What to bring
- · Closed shoes
- · Insect repellent
- · Light long sleeves
- · Camera
Frequently asked
Will we definitely see monkeys?
Sightings are close to guaranteed — the troops live along the roadside trail and are used to visitors.
Can I touch them?
No. Rangers keep a three metre distance to protect both the monkeys and guests.
