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OPTIONAL EXTRAS AFRIC A IS THE MOS T FA SCINATING CONTINENT ON E ARTH

Volunteers spend most of their time during our trips working hard at our partner projects. However, with most of them closed over the weekend, it is a great opportunity to go and explore. We have created the best packages to add to your trip to make it even more incredible.

From rainforest treks in Ghana to searching for wildlife over vast plains in Kenya, there is plenty to choose from, and all available at outstanding value.

CONTENTS4 GHANA6 Cape Coast Adventure Weekend8 Volta Adventure Weekend10 Keta Lagoon Retreat

12 KENYA14 Zipwire Adventure16 Taste of Kenya Day18 Rift Valley Adventure Day20 Maasai Mara Safari Weekend22 Elephant Orphanage

2 4 Z ANZIBAR26 Zanzibar Islands Adventure Day28 Taste of Zanzibar Weekend30 Ocean Safari

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CAPE COAST ADVENTURE WEEKENDSUMMARY

Choose the Cape Coast Adventure Weekend to see why this area of natural beauty and culture entices both history lovers and adventurers alike.

You begin with a tour of Cape Coast Castle, once a notorious fort used to hold hundreds of slaves awaiting exportation to the Americas. The tour includes a harrowing insight into the tortuous history of the transatlantic slave trade.

You will then have time to reflect at a picturesque beach resort. In the evening, you can enjoy a Ghanaian meal with lively traditional entertainment (subject to season) before staying overnight in the vibrant Cape Coast.

The following morning, you will visit Kakum National Park where a short hike through the forest floor is followed by a walk at canopy level - 300ft above the ground! After the morning’s exertions, you will stop for lunch at Hans Cottage, a restaurant set over a crocodile pond. There will also be an opportunity to visit a souvenir market where you can buy some beautiful Ghanaian crafts and cloth before you head home for Volta.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Return transport from the Volta region�� Walking tour of Cape Coast Castle�� Entry to Kakum National Park�� Single-sex, shared accommodation�� Breakfast�� African Adventures Co-ordinator

WHAT ’ S NOT INCLUDED

�� Lunches and evening meal �� Drinks�� Tips for guides

“ Cape Coast is one of the most culturally significant areas of Ghana. Here, history, culture

and natural beauty provide an unforgettable experience for every visitor.

”Siva Vordzorgbe - Ghana Director, African Adventures

DID YOU KNOW ?

Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama visited Cape Coast Castle in 2009 to educate their daughters on historical cruelty and overcoming global oppression.

ITINER ARY - DAY ONE

7.30 am: Breakfast (included).

8 am: Travel to Cape Coast from Volta region, stopping briefly for lunch (not included).

2 pm: Arrive in Cape Coast and begin a walking tour of Cape Coast Castle, learning about the brutal treatment of slaves in the 1700s.

4.30 pm: Relax at Cape Coast beach and enjoy an evening meal (not included) as the sun sets.

ITINER ARY - DAY T WO

7.30 am: Rise and shine for breakfast (included) before making the drive north into Kakum National Park.

9.30 am Begin your 45-minute hike in the rainforest to learn about the wildlife and vegetation (remember to take comfortable walking trainers to Kakum).

10.30 am: Take in Kakum’s breathtaking views from 300ft by walking along a spectacular wooden canopy trail.

12 pm: Travel to Hans Cottage for lunch (not included) at a restaurant built over a crocodile pond. You will have the opportunity to take some incredible pictures of the crocodiles. You'll even be able to get up close and personal with one!

1.30 pm: Travel back to Volta via Accra.

6 pm: Arrive back to the volunteer accommodation for dinner (included).

“ Dozens of boats adorned with colourful flags line up on the shores of Cape Coast to

brighten up this beautiful corner of Ghana and shine a light on a much darker history. The long

journey west from Volta region is worth the spectacular views you take in at Kakum.

”Will Newbolt - Volunteer Recruitment Manager, African Adventures

Crocodile pond

Cape Coast Castle

Kakum National Park

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VOLTA ADVENTURE WEEKENDSUMMARY

Take a walk on the wild side by adding the Volta Adventure in Eastern Ghana to your trip. The Volta region of Ghana is an area of extraordinary natural beauty with abundant rare wildlife.

You begin the weekend with a visit to a protected monkey sanctuary where you have the chance to feed lowe’s mona and black-and-white colobus monkeys on your shoulder before exploring the rest of the forest.

The evening brings a chance to relax and wind down at a beautiful lodge for your overnight stay, where you will fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of rainforest wildlife. The next day, you will take in the breathtaking sights of the tallest waterfall in Ghana, Wli Falls, measuring 143m from the upper fall to the plunge pool below. Alternatively, if you are feeling more energetic, you can hike up Mount Afadjato, the highest point in Ghana, standing at 885m. It is hard work but few would doubt that it is worth the stunning views from the top!

DID YOU KNOW ?

The word Afadjato comes from the Ewe word Avadzeto which means ‘at war with the bush’.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Return transport from the Volta region�� Entry to protected monkey sanctuary�� Entry to Wli Falls �� Single-sex, shared accommodation �� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Lunches and evening meal �� Drinks�� Tips for guides

“ A weekend spent in the stunning mountains of the Volta Region. Monkeys, rainforests and

waterfalls; what an amazing combination!

”Laura Kalus - Trip Co-ordinator, African Adventures

DID YOU KNOW ?

Lake Volta is the largest man-made lake in the world, measured by surface area. It lies along the Greenwich meridian and covers 3,283 square miles.


7.30 am: Breakfast (included).

8.30 am: Begin the 150km journey north deep into the Volta region.

12 pm: Stop briefly for lunch (not included).

2.30 pm: Begin your walking tour at the protected monkey sanctuary where you can feed bananas to lowe’s mona and black-and-white colobus monkeys.

4.30 pm: Head to a nearby restaurant to enjoy dinner (not included) and relax with friends.

6.30 pm: Arrive at accommodation for overnight stay.


6.30 pm: Arrive at accommodation, depending on which day you stay, you might be treated to African music and dancing in the evening!

8 am: Wake up and have a hearty breakfast (included) in preparation for your day.

9 am: Choose from either a rainforest trail to Wli Falls or head to Mount Afadjato for an early morning hike. Whilst it will only take a couple of hours, Mount Afadjato is actually Ghana’s highest peak! Remember to wear comfortable walking trainers.

1 pm: Grab lunch (not included) on the road and head back down to the south coast.

6 pm: Arrive back at volunteer accommodation for dinner (included).

“ This area of Ghana is remarkably green and you will see Lake Volta – the largest man-made

lake in the world – as you drive by. It provides a huge amount of Ghana’s electricity and is a

sight to behold. If you opt for the climb up Mount Afadjato, make sure you keep hydrated and

energised with plenty of water and snacks.

”Louise Ramsdale - Volunteer Recruitment Manager, African Adventures

Mount AfadjatoOvernight Accommodation

Wli FallsMonkey Sanctuary

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KETA LAGOON RETREATSUMMARY

On the edge of the beautiful Keta lagoon lies a charming accommodation built on stilts just over the water, with a perfect view for the evening’s sunset. This one-night stay gives volunteers an opportunity to kick back and relax in new surroundings. There is a restaurant, bar and TV, with ample seating if you just want to get away from everything with a book or some music.

Just a few minutes' walk in the opposite direction are the golden sandy beaches of the Atlantic ocean. With virtually no other tourists in this corner of the Volta region, Keta lagoon is a beautiful setting to wind down in complete tranquility after a hard day of volunteering.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Single room accommodation with fan�� Breakfast�� Transport to/from Keta lagoon


�� Evening meal�� Drinking water or snacks

“ The Keta lagoon stay is perfect if you would like an

evening of peace and quiet where you can listen to the

lake gently lapping up against the shore. One night is all you need to unwind and make the

most of rural Ghana!

”Dan Mew - Director, African Adventures

Keta Lagoon Retreat

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K E N YA

Lake Nakuru National Park

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RIFT VALLEY ZIPWIRESUMMARY

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker and get your pulse racing with an adrenaline-fuelled zipwire adventure! Experience Kenya from a whole new aerial perspective as you glide 2.2km across the valleys and treetops of Kereita Forest, part of Aberdares National Park.

After a buffet lunch, and with your feet firmly back on the ground, you will have the opportunity to plant a tree in the forest. With 75% of Nairobi’s population depending on the forest’s ecosystem for water, this is a crucial way of ensuring that the balance between man and nature is maintained.

This world-class zip line is operated under European Union safety regulations, and has been awarded an EN Safety Certified Class A by safety and engineering inspectors. Participants must be at least 1.4m tall with a maximum weight of 115kgs.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Entry fee to The Forest Activity Centre�� Protective gear�� Buffet lunch�� Tree sapling�� Transport�� Trained staff


�� Drinks

DID YOU KNOW ?

The Kereita forest covers 47 square kilometres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards and colobus monkeys.

“Wow! What an experience. I have never done anything like this before but it was fantastic. I cannot wait to see our volunteers flying through the air!

”Fred Egesa - Kenya Co-ordinator, African Adventures

ITINER ARY

All timings are approximate.

8:30am: Leave your accommodation in Nakuru and travel to Kereita forest, located one hour outside of Nairobi

11:00am: Arrive at The Forest Activity Centre and meet the trained staff who will be with you throughout your experience

11:30am: Fly through the treetops on the six zip lines, taking in the spectacular views of the forest and the valley as you go

1:30pm: With your feet back on solid ground, enjoy a buffet lunch (included) as you take in the natural beauty of your surroundings

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TASTE OF KENYA DAY

SUMMARY

For an all-round cultural experience that offers volunteers the chance to learn about Kenya, look no further than the Taste of Kenya Day.

Volunteers will get started with a introductory lesson in Swahili, much of East Africa's mother tongue, which will stand them in good stead for the remainder of their trip.

Trying and cooking local food is a great way to understand a new culture. Volunteers will take a traditional Kenyan cookery lesson, making chapatis - a famous local staple - and a stew or githerie (maize and beans) from scratch, before enjoying the dish for lunch.

Afterwards, volunteers will head six miles north of Nakuru to explore one of Kenya’s most fascinating geographical phenomenon, Menengai Crater. This 200,000-year-old shield volcano provides a fascinating insight into the geological formation of the Great Rift Valley and volunteers will learn how the volcano is now used for geothermal power generation.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Swahili language lesson �� Traditional Kenyan cookery lesson �� Visit to Menengai Crater�� Visit to a craft market �� Surprise gift from African Adventures! �� Transport �� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Drinks�� Tips for guides

“ New for 2018, this extra activity, our Taste of Kenya Day, is the perfect way to discover a little more of what Kenya has to offer. Kenya is a country of extraordinary diversity, so we have packed this optional extra with culture, cuisine, history and language, knowing that

volunteers will come away knowing more about this beautiful corner of the world.


DID YOU KNOW ?

Menengai Crater was formed over 200,000 years ago and is the second largest volcano caldera in Africa.

ITINER ARY

8:00am: Breakfast (included).

9:00am: Swahili language lesson.

11:00am: Start preparing and cooking delicious Kenyan chapatis with a traditional stew or githerie (maize and beans).

12:00pm: Lunch time (included).

1:00pm: Travel six miles north to Menengai Crater and explore the second largest volcano caldera in Africa!

4:00pm: Visit to Nakuru craft market including a small gift, courtesy of African Adventures.

Traditional Kenyan cooking

Menengai CraterMenengai Crater

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RIFT VALLEY ADVENTURE DAYSUMMARY

Created millions of years ago by tectonic plate movement, Kenya’s Rift Valley is famed for its magnificent views and pristine game reserves.

Our exclusive Rift Valley Adventure Day encompasses safari, science and exploration, all in a day! You will start off bright and early at the gates of the world-famous Lake Nakuru National Safari Park in search of a vast array of animals. Next you will head to the earth’s equator for a unique science experiment, before completing your day with a hike at Thomson Falls.

KE Y WILDLIFE

• Lion

• Giraffe

• Zebra

• Flamingo

• Gazelle

• Waterbuck

• Buffalo

• White rhino

• Baboon

• Leopard

• 300 species of bird

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Lake Nakuru National Safari Park entrance fee �� Safari van and tour guide �� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Lunch�� Drinks�� Tips for guides �� Science experiment at equator

DID YOU KNOW ?

Lake Nakuru’s abundance of algae attracts its famously high population of flamingos that line the shore. However, in 2013, the lake’s water levels increased dramatically, causing a vast number of flamingos to migrate to nearby Lake Bogoria in search of food. Given that, to date, the water levels have not fully receded, many of the flamingos are still yet to return.

DID YOU KNOW ?

There are eight different lakes located in the Kenyan Rift Valley: Lake Turkana, Lake Baringo, Lake Logipi, Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, Lake Elmenteita, Lake Magadi and Lake Naivasha.

ITINER ARY

7.00 am: Breakfast (included)

7.30 am: Board the vans at Nakuru National Park office and head along Flamingo Road to the edge of Lake Nakuru.

8 am: Begin your search for roaming game across Lake Nakuru National Park’s vast plains.

10 am: Head towards Baboon Cliff for an awe-inspiring view of the entire National Park.

11 am: Head to the southern reaches of the park near Animal Waterhole.

12 pm: Travel past the flamingo hotspot and back towards the front gate.

12.45 pm: Exit Lake Nakuru National Park and visit supermarket for lunch (not included).

1.15 pm: Head north to the equator.

2.30 pm: Witness the famous science experiment that shows the earth’s gravitational pull in action.

3 pm: Hike down the stunning Thomson Falls, one of the deepest waterfalls in East Africa.

4.30 pm: Travel back to Nakuru.

6.30 pm: Arrive back at your volunteer accommodation for dinner (included).

“ For those who want a whistle-stop safari experience and a unique adventure through

one of Africa’s most iconic regions, the Rift Valley Adventure Day is perfect. Your camera is a must for this epic day out! Remember to

wear comfortable walking trainers for the hike at Thomson Falls. You should possess a reasonably good level of fitness in order

to descend. Check with your GP before leaving the UK if you’re unsure.

”Steph Dulieu - Senior Trip Co-ordinator, African Adventures

Thomson Falls

Lake Nakuru National ParkLake Nakuru National Park

The Equator

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MAASAI MARA SAFARI WEEKENDSUMMARY

Embark on the Maasai Mara Safari Weekend and set foot in one of the world’s most famous national parks for an authentic African safari. Visitors travel here from all over the world to view The Big Five.

The tour includes two game drives, during which you will go in search of some of the world’s most iconic animals, including elephants, giraffe and cheetahs, across some of Africa’s most scenic plains. When you’re not on the road, you’ll have time to enjoy the campsite, based in the heart of the Mara, and learn more about the famous Maasai tribe. You will also have the opportunity to visit a Maasai village and get an insight into their culture and traditions. This is a truly spectacular weekend where you will experience the beauty of Africa.

DID YOU KNOW

The term, The Big Five, was coined by big-game hunters and refers to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot. In Africa, these animals are the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo.

KE Y WILDLIFE

• Lion

• Giraffe

• Zebra

• Flamingo

• Gazelle

• Elephant

• Buffalo

• White rhino

• Leopard

• 450 species of bird

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Maasai Mara National Reserve entrance fee�� Safari van and tour guide �� Meals while in the Reserve�� Single-sex, shared accommodation in luxury tents �� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Lunches �� Drinks�� Tips for guides �� Maasai village visit

DID YOU KNOW ?

The Maasai Mara is home to some of the world’s largest cats, including cheetah, leopard and lion, which dominate the savannahs. The Mara is often referred to as the ‘Kingdom of Lions’.


Morning: Depart Nakuru after breakfast (included) and head southwest towards the Mara.

Afternoon: Stop off at supermarket to purchase lunch (not included) before continuing journey.

Arrive at the gate, check into your accommodation and head out for an early evening game drive before returning to camp for dinner (included).


Morning: Get up bright and early. Grab a quick breakfast (included) and get out to the open savannahs for your best chance of seeing animals on the hunt for their own meal!

Afternoon: You’ll have a packed lunch (included) on the road before heading back to base in the afternoon (dinner is included).

Optional visit to Maasai village (not included) where you can meet members of the Maasai tribe, who will perform a cultural ceremony for your group.

ITINER ARY - DAY THREE

Morning: Rise and shine for your final game drive after breakfast (included).

Afternoon: Head back home to Nakuru with a few comfort breaks along the way, as well as a stop off for lunch (not included).

Arrive back to your accommodation for dinner (included).

“ The Maasai Mara is arguably theworld’s most famous safari park and one of few places with the opportunity to catch all

of The Big Five. Journey the vast, sweeping grasslands of this Kenyan savannah and you’ll

see rare game that most can only dream of seeing up close and personal.


Game driveGame drive

Maasai village

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Elephant Orphanage

ELEPHANT ORPHANAGEBorn from one family’s passion for Kenya and its wilderness, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT) is today the most successful orphan-elephant rescue and rehabilitation programme in the world and one of the pioneering conservation organisations for wildlife and habitat protection in East Africa.

Founded in 1977 by Dr. Dame Daphne Sheldrick D.B.E, in honour of the memory of her late husband, famous naturalist and founding Warden of Tsavo East National Park, David Leslie William Sheldrick MBE, the DSWT claims a rich and deeply rooted family history in wildlife and conservation.

You can spend an hour at the orphanage in close proximity to the elephants. You will hear their individual stories from keepers and learn interesting facts about elephants and conservation whilst the babies are being fed their milk.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Entrance fee to DSWT�� Transport to/from venue�� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Drinking water and snacks

“We run this optional tour on the way back from Nakuru

to Nairobi. The orphanage is open to visitors for one

hour only each day at 11am, so we have to run to really

strict departure times. Don’t be late on the day!

”Laura Kalus - Trip Co-ordinator, African Adventures

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A beach at Mangrove Lodge

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ZANZIBAR ISLANDS ADVENTURE DAYSUMMARY

Explore the very best of what Zanzibar has to offer with this adventure activity, as you combine wildlife and history on the Zanzibar Islands Adventure Day. Get up close and personal with vibrant sea life, tropical birds and giant tortoises as you explore Zanzibar’s pristine waters and incredible beaches, before soaking up the varied history of Prison Island.

Start the day by boarding a beautiful, traditional African dhow boat and head through the turquoise waters towards the idyllic Bawe Island, located 10km offshore from Stone Town. Stop for a guided snorkelling session and search for colourful corals and tropical fish.

Climb back on board and relax in the sunshine as you head for the white beaches of a local sandbank, from which, surrounded by the ocean, you can spot an array of stunning tropical birds. Absorb the beauty of your surroundings as you enjoy lunch and drinks, before travelling on to Prison Island.

Named after a prison for rebellious slaves that once stood on the island, Prison Island was also used as a quarantine area for those suffering from Yellow Fever. Nowadays, it is home to approximately 100 giant tortoises, imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century, and is fringed by a beautiful coral reef. Spend a couple of hours on the island reflecting on its beauty and Zanzibar’s varied history, before travelling back to Stone Town.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Transport�� Boat trip�� Life jackets�� Snorkelling equipment�� Lunch and drinks�� Entry fees to Prison Island�� Tour guide


�� Additional drinks

Please note: The group leader is responsible for ensuring that volunteers on the tour are competent swimmers. Life jackets are available for each swimmer and should be worn at all times. All tour guides are proficient swimmers but are not qualified life guards.

DID YOU KNOW ?

In 1919 the British governor of the Seychelles sent a gift of four giant tortoises to the British First Minister of Zanzibar, who housed them on Prison Island. The island’s current occupants are direct descendants of these original four.

ITINER ARY

All timings are approximate.

8:30am: Leave your accommodation and travel to Stone Town

9:30am: Board a traditional dhow boat and head for Bawe Island

10:30am: Stop for a guided snorkelling session and swim through the turquoise waters as you search for coloured corals and tropical fish

11:30am: Leave the boats and step onto the white beaches of the sandbank, as your nature tour continues with a guided look at the island’s incredible tropical birds

12pm: Relax and enjoy lunch and a soft drink (included) as you take in your stunning surroundings

1:30pm: Travel to Prison Island, a former slave prison and quarantine area, and feed the giant tortoises that now call this island home

3:30pm: Depart Prison Island and travel back to Stone Town

“ The Zanzibar Islands Adventure Day is a great way of combining snorkelling with history, and, for most volunteers,

it is the first time they have ever seen a tortoise that is over 110 years old!

”Ally Jape - Zanzibar Trip Host, African Adventures

Snorkelling session

Giant tortoiseRelaxing at the sandbank

Prison Island

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OCEAN SAFARI

SUMMARY

Grab your flippers and get ready for some underwater exploration in Zanzibar! During African Adventures’ Ocean Safari, you will get to explore the paradise waters and beaches of this beautiful island, and try some of the freshest seafood imaginable.

This adventure day has the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration - everything you would expect from an ocean safari is included. You will start out on a beautiful, traditional dhow and head for the turquoise open water.

The day will include snorkelling with spectacular tropical fish, going in search of dolphins and sampling the incredible cuisine of the area, including a diverse range of seafood and tropical fruits.

At various points throughout the day, you will have the chance to sit back, relax and reflect on the beauty of Zanzibar. With the white powdery sand between your toes and the warm sea washing over your feet, you really will feel like you are in paradise – there is no doubting that our Ocean Safari takes you away from it all.

KE Y WILDLIFE

• Bottlenose dolphin

• Humpback dolphin

• Sea turtle

• Lobster

• Octopus

• Lion fish

• Mooray eel

• Manta ray

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Safari tour with full crew �� Life-jacket, snorkel and flippers �� Buffet lunch and snacks �� Drinks


�� Tips for guides

Please note: The group leader is responsible for ensuring that volunteers on the tour are competent swimmers. Life jackets are available for each swimmer and should be worn at all times. All tour guides are proficient swimmers but are not qualified life guards.

ITINER ARY

7.30 am: Enjoy breakfast (included) and then journey over to Fumba Bay.

9 am: Arrive at the white sandy beaches on Zanzibar’s west coast, climb aboard a traditional African dhow and head for the warm waters.

10 am: Stop for your first snorkel through warm, turquoise waters in search of tropical fish and take in the idyllic surroundings.

12 pm: Travel to Menai Bay in search of dolphins.

12.45 pm: Buffet lunch of seafood and up to ten tropical fruits (included).

1.30 pm: Relax with a stroll around Kwale Island, visit the nearby mangrove bay and then slowly head back to Fumba.

4.30 pm: Travel back to your accommodation for you evening meal (included).

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TASTE OF ZANZIBAR WEEKENDSUMMARY

Zanzibar is an island steeped in history and culture. Our exclusive Taste of Zanzibar Weekend provides a perfect mix of learning, touring and relaxation.

The weekend starts in historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover its vast attractions, including the House of Wonders, an infamous old slave fort and Stone Town’s famous fish market.

Zanzibar is the birthplace of Queen’s late frontman Freddie Mercury and you will see tributes to him at various locations around Stone Town. Indeed, many people visit the Shangani area of Zanzibar because it is where Freddie Mercury grew up.

After lunch in Stone Town, the tour moves north for a walk through a spice farm. You can smell and taste a variety of famous spices and purchase some great souvenirs and gifts for your friends and family.

After all that exercise, you will be deserving of some down time and we’ve got just the thing! You’ll be heading to Zanzibar’s east coast for a relaxing stay at a tranquil beach resort where you can kick back and watch the world go by on the white sandy coastline.

This is a true taste of what Zanzibar has to offer. It is a treat for the senses with the exciting sights of Stone Town and the incredible smells on the spice tour, all rounded off with a relaxing stay at a beach resort.

WHAT ’ S INCLUDED

�� Walking tour of Stone Town �� Tour of spice farm �� Transport �� Single-sex, shared accommodation �� Breakfasts and evening meal �� African Adventures Coordinator


�� Lunch�� Drinks�� Tips for tour guides

DID YOU KNOW ?

Famous British explorer David Livingstone, an anti-slavery campaigner, spent time in Zanzibar. Part of the tree next to which his heart is buried in Zambia, was given to the Old Fort of Zanzibar as a gift.


8 am: Breakfast (included).

9 am: Your walking tour begins in the heart of Stone Town, the centre of Zanzibar’s historic capital, also named Zanzibar.

10 am: Slalom through the narrow streets, passing through an array of famous attractions.

12.30 pm: Enjoy lunch (not included) at a traditional Zanzibari restaurant.

1 pm: Head north to a spice farm where you can discover new herbs, spices, soaps and other natural produce from this famous exporting island. You can even sample some!

3 pm: The tour rounds off with a refreshing coconut drink (included).

4 pm: Arrive at your beach resort in time to enjoy the sea and sand before the sun goes down and the tide comes in.

6.30 pm: Evening meal (included) together before an evening of relaxation.


8 am: This is your morning to relax. Wake up and enjoy breakfast (included) whenever you like and enjoy the resort’s facilities - namely the turquoise waters!

1 pm: Stop for a tasty lunch (included).

3.30 pm: Head back to your accommodation.

5 pm: Arrive back for dinner (included).

“ Our Taste of Zanzibar Weekend is perfect for volunteers who only have a single weekend

in Zanzibar but want to see what it has to offer. Remember to ask plenty of questions on your walking tours and make the most of your rest

and relaxation time by the water!

”Louise Ramsdale - Volunteer Recruitment Manager, African Adventures

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Mangrove LodgeSpice tour

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