Zanzibar 2024 Brochure by Orange Travel Group

Newspaper Post - Published December 2023

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USEFUL INFORMATION Average temperatures:

30oC

27oC

Currency:

Tanzanian TZS Shilling

Official language:

Swahili

Time difference:

+ 1 hour in Summer + 2 hours in Winter

One of the last few paradises on earth with the scent of spices. Zanzibar, common name for the islands Unguja and Pemba, is a dream destination for many to spend an amazing vacation and experience new adventures. This paradise is located only 40km from the coast of Tanzania (which is part of it) and is surrounded by the wonderful waters of the Indian Ocean full of coral reefs and marine life. Thanks to this, it is heaven for snorkeling and diving lovers. Besides of plenty of amazing white sandy beaches, mostly lined with palm grove around the entire coast, you can also find here beautiful nature in the form of lush forests inhabited by monkeys and exotic birds, or the well-known ancient city - Stone Town - with its narrow streets full of history and local culture. Thanks to everything that the island has to offer, it is an ideal place for relax, an active holiday and to discover an old culture of African continent.

FLIGHTS:

Turkish Airlines (Return Flights to Zanzibar via Istanbul including 23kgs luggage)

STAYS:

9 Days/7 Nights

DEPARTURES: Every SATURDAY as from 06/01/2024 PRICES INCLUDE: • Return Turkish Airlines flights including hand luggage & 23kg checked in luggage • Airport Taxes • Transfers • 7 nights accommodation at the hotel of your choice • Protection by the Insolvency Fund

Savera Beach Houses*** Jambiani Bed & Breakfast

Recommended for Couples & Honeymooners

Cozy and comfortable bungalows with a dose of privacy, right on the beach in calm and not so noisy Jambiani. It’s located about 50 km from the airport and about 8km from Paje city, known for its more vibrant nightlife. Savera offers a restaurant and bar by the beach with amazing ocean view, parking lot, luggage storage, infinity pool and of course, direct access to the beach. Every petit bungalow has its own loungers with an umbrella to relax. Each bungalow and room has free WiFi including. This accommodation is ideal choice for those who are seeking privacy and calm vacation. Prices Starting from:

€1549 €1489 Infrastructure Local Tax of USD $1 per person per night, not included and has to be paid at the Hotel directly.

per person in Twin

per person in Triple

The Loop Beach Resort** Jambiani Bed & Breakfast

Recommended for Couples & Honeymooners

Smaller resort located in the heart of village Jambiani on the east coast of Zanzibar, offers a quality place for relaxation and an undisturbed vacation. Beside spending time on gorgeous sandy beach right in front of the hotel or by the pool, you can also enjoy its bar and restaurant, designed as a great gallery of modern art. Restaurant offers a Swahili and Italian menu and all dishes are strictly prepared from local products. For those seeking more action activities, hotel offers Water Sports Center including sailing, kayaks, catamaran and hiking equipment. All rooms offer a king size bed, A/C, free WIFI and safe. Other equipment and room size according to room type. Prices Starting from:

Infrastructure Local Tax of USD $1 per person per night, not included and has to be paid at the Hotel directly.

€1529 €1589 per person in Twin

per person in Triple

Paje Palms Beach Resort**** Paje Soft All-Inclusive

Recommended for Groups of Friends or Families

Resort located on the magnificent beach of Paje and immersed in a huge tropical garden, it’s the ideal place for families or group of friends. Hotel has a large private sandy beach, two swimming pools, two restaurants, a 24hrs lobby bar, SPA, a boutique, beach volleyball court, jungle Gym on the beach and kids playground. Hotel also offer soft animation program and many activities as cooking lessons, water polo, Swahili lesson and many more. Room equipment varies depending on the type of room, in most one can find A/C, TV, safety deposit box, minibar and tea & coffee making facilities. Thanks to its location far from mass tourism and within walking distance along the beach to Paje, visitors can enjoy real exotic vibes with excellent service. Prices Starting from:

€1849 €1749 Infrastructure Local Tax of USD $1 per person per night, not included and has to be paid at the Hotel directly.

per person in Twin

per person in Triple

€1699 per person in Quad

Hakuna Majiwe Beach Lodge**** Paje/Zanzibar Bed & Breakfast Recommended

Hotel is located about 65 km from the airport between the palm trees on South East coast close to Paje city, but still in the calm part. A water sports center is located very close, which means plenty of water activities at your fingertips. At the hotel you can enjoy big pool surrounded by palms, restaurant with dishes prepared from local product, bar or simply relax at the SPA. At the hotel you can also find souvenir shop and bike rental. All comfortable bungalows offering peace and privacy right on the sandy beach. The equipment available differs according to room type, but in each you will find basic equipment such as A/C, safe box, internet access and seating area amongst other facilities. Prices Starting from:

€1679 €1769 Infrastructure Local Tax of USD $1 per person per night, not included and has to be paid at the Hotel directly.

per person in Twin

per person in Triple

Zanzibella Hotel & Spa ***** Kiwengwa Bed & Breakfast

Recommended for Couples & Honeymooners ADULTS ONLY

Cozy and comfortable boutique hotel, located on the end of Kiwengwa. Thanks to its location, it offers a peaceful and quiet place to enjoy undisturbed relaxation with a dose of privacy. The amazing beach right in front of hotel or spacious infinity pool will help with that. For more relaxed feeling, you may benefit from the SPA facilities and its bar & restaurant with its local dishes. Those who want to fall into complete inner peace can take yoga lessons at the hotel. The equipment in the rooms differs according to room type, but in each you will find basic equipment such as A/C, safe box, internet access, seating area and others. Prices Starting from:

€1719 Infrastructure Local Tax of USD $1 per person per night, not included and has to be paid at the Hotel directly.

per person in Twin

€1659 per person in Triple

Excursions

Top 5 Excursions not to be Missed Historical Stone Town Tour

3 HOURS This is a wonderful introduction to Zanzibar and gives you a feeling of the rich cultural heritage. One gets a comprehensive view, history and walk of the Stone Town, magnificent architecture, narrow alleys, sand and stone ancient built houses where some of them are over 200 years old and have Arab/Indian carved doors. The tour starts at the main City market which was opened in 1904, where tropical fruits, vegetables, spices and fresh fish from the island are sold. Our next stop is the Anglican Church of Christ which was built by Bishop Steers in 1873 on the site where slaves used to be auctioned.

Cultural Tour

FULL DAY This is a full day trip that will give you a great opportunity to visit different parts of the island and experience real insight of Zanzibari’s cultural evolution, history, activities, behavior, cuisine, arts, belief and other product of human works and thought. You will get a chance to experience how local dishes are cooked using various kinds of spices and coconut milk that will give you a superb flavour and taste.

Spice Tours

3 HOURS Its primary objective is to give you a complete picture as to why this beautiful island is known as “The Spice Island”. Our tour starts with a drive through a profusion of greenery in the countryside seeing, smelling and tasting a variety of spices and mouthwatering tropical seasonal fruits such as jack fruit, pineapple, banana, green coconut juice, dourian, love apple, litche, soursop etc. Spices such as cloves, cardamon, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric, nutmeg - are as exotic as their flavours….etc. A full tour involves much more than spices and you will also have a chance to see the iodine plant, heena bush, ylang-ylang, the lipstick tree, cocoa, and coffee bean trees.

Prison Island Tour

3 - 6 HOURS Prison Island or Changuu Island is the middle island of the three visible from the StoneTown. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get there by boat. The prison which was never used on this island was built in 1893, but was later used as a Quarantine Hospital. Apart from the Prison ruins you will also see the enormous giant tortoises which are the main attraction of the island. The tortoises were brought on the island from Seychelles by Sultan Said Majid in the 1820’s. On this little paradise one can also swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax on the beach and enjoy the peacefulness that this small beautiful island has to offer.

Dolphin Tour

6 HOURS The surface of the Kizimkazi channel is broken by the skimming arcs of wild bottlenosed dolphins, here you are taken by boat powered by an outboard engine into the sea to see the dolphins and if lucky will be able to swim quite close to them as they are very friendly and playful. Snorkelling will also be part of this tour (snorkeling equipment can be hired at the site). Kizimkazi is also the site of a 12th Century Mosque, the earliest evidence of Islam in East Africa. The return trip includes a visit of this Mosque which still contains the famous Kufic scripts in its walls. Note: Lunch is not included in this tour but can be obtained at the site. Dolphins at Kizimkazi are wild but there is an 85% of seeing the dolphins. Remember to take your towel, shorts and swim wear when you take this tour. You will have to wade in the water to get into the wooden boat.

3-Day Adventure at the Mikumi

National Park

Experience an adventure in one of Africa’s national parks and let yourself be carried away by the beauty of wild nature while observing majestic animals in their natural environment. Go for an unforgettable experience before or after a fabulous vacation in Zanzibar. Everything will be prepared on an individual basis according to your wishes and requests. Holiday Inn Hotel or Hotel Blue Sapphire

per person in DBL room and with minimum 4 participants

€799 €1049

per person in DBL room and with minimum 2 participants

€829

€1069 per person in DBL room and with minimum 2 participants

Price include: • Accommodation and meals as per itinerary • Domestic flights from and back to Zanzibar + transfers • Ground transportation in a 4WD safari vehicle with English speaking Driver guide • Game drives and park entry fees • Services of our staff • 1 liter bottle of drinking water in the vehicle per person per day during game drives • Tourism Development Levy • VAT on Ground Transport, Park Entry Fees

Prices do not include: • Visas • Inoculations and personal insurance • Optional activities and excursions • Medical, Travel & Luggage Insurance • Drinks, Gratuities & Laundry • Emergency Medical Evacuation cover (optional) at $20 per person

311 Republic Street, Valletta VLT 1110

184A, Valley Road, Birkirkara BKR 9014

T: 2277 6030

T: 2277 6050

E: valletta@smsmondial.com.mt

E: birkirkara@smsmondial.com.mt

E: paola@smsmondial.com.mt

T: 2277 6010

103, Paola Square, Paola PLA 1266

OPENING HOURS: MON TO FRI: 09:00HRS - 13:00HRS & 14:00HRS - 17:30HRS | SAT: 09:30 - 12:30HRS

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