Private Jozani Forest, Local Village & Mtende Beach Tour

Explore the best of Zanzibar’s nature and local culture on a full-day trip to Mtende Beach, Mungoni Village, and Jozani Forest. Enjoy private transfers in an air-conditioned car, explore a hidden cliffside beach, experience authentic village life, and spot rare monkeys in Zanzibar’s only national park.

Relax at Breathtaking Mtende Beach

Start your day at Mtende Beach in the south of Zanzibar. Hidden between high rock cliffs, this unique beach offers incredible ocean views. Walk on the soft white sand, swim in clear waters during low tide, and enjoy the dramatic coastal landscape. You can also grab a refreshing drink or meal at the nearby cliffside restaurants (Usumba or Eden Rock) while taking in the ocean breeze.

Experience Local Village Culture in Mungoni

Next, visit the peaceful villages of Mungoni and Pete to experience authentic island life. Meet friendly local villagers and learn about their daily traditions:

• Daily Activities & Crafts: See how locals grind millet grains using a traditional mortar and pestle, thatch coconut palm leaves for roofs, and make handmade crafts.
• Wooden Boat Ride & Fresh Fruit: Take a short, relaxing ride on a local wooden boat used to travel between Mungoni and Pete, then enjoy a platter of fresh tropical fruits.

Evening Visit to Jozani Forest & Mangroves

Conclude your tour with an evening visit to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, the best time to see active wildlife as temperatures cool down. Walk through the forest to see rare Red Colobus monkeys, Sykes monkeys, and native plants. Afterward, stroll along the wooden boardwalk through the mangrove swamps to learn how these trees protect Zanzibar’s coast.

Why Guests Love This Tour

• Private Transport & Flexible Pace: Travel comfortably with your own private driver and vehicle for the whole day without feeling rushed.
• Authentic Island Experience: Combine a dramatic cliffside beach, real village culture, and rare wildlife in a single day.
• All Entry Fees Included: Your tickets for Jozani Forest ($12), Mtende Beach, village donations, and fruit snacks are fully covered.

What’s Included

• Private round-trip hotel transfers (air-conditioned vehicle)
• Experienced, English-speaking local driver & guide for the day
• All-inclusive Jozani Forest Park entrance fee ($12 per person included)
• Official Jozani Forest National Park guide service
• All-inclusive Mtende Beach entrance fee
• Guided village tour and Mungoni village contributions
• Short traditional wooden boat ride between villages
• Fresh tropical fruit platter at Mungoni Village
• Chilled bottled water throughout the trip
• All local government taxes and service fees

What To Bring

• Swimwear, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and a sun hat for Mtende Beach
• Comfortable walking shoes for village and forest walks
• Modest clothing for the village visit (covering shoulders and knees is recommended)
• Camera or smartphone for photography
• Small amount of cash for optional lunch or tipping

Tour Confirmation

A confirmation email will be sent automatically once your booking payment is successfully processed.

Pickup and Drop-off

• South Coast: Free direct pickup and drop-off for hotels located in the south of Zanzibar (Michamvi, Bwejuu, Paje, Jambiani, Makunduchi, Kizimkazi, etc.).
• Other Areas: Transfer options available for hotels across all other regions of Zanzibar (Stone Town, Nungwi, Kendwa, Matemwe, etc.).

Refund & Cancellation Policy

• If you paid in full, you may cancel up to 24 hours before your scheduled pickup time to receive a full refund minus the non-refundable 5% DPO payment processing fee.
• Please note: 20% booking deposits are strictly non-refundable.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to pickup time are non-refundable.
• To request a cancellation, please contact us via WhatsApp at +255 776 120205 or email: [email protected].