Jozani Forest Zanzibar
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Experience A Visit To Jozani Forest In Zanzibar
A visit to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park – Unguja Island boasts the one and only national park in the Zanzibar Islands. Situated 35kms, South East of Stone Town, this unique national park is famous for its Red Colobus monkey which is an endangered rain forest species. The park is home to populations of Zanzibar red colobus monkey (an endangered species found only on Zanzibar) as well as other monkey species, bushbabies, duikers and more than 40 species of birds. The park also has several interesting features including the mangrove forest, the lush evergreen coastal bush, grasslands, and saline groundwater forests.
Starting off this 3hour tour ideally at 8:00am will give you ample time to walk around the park taking in the numerous attractions. The rare and endangered Red Colobus monkeys at the park are friendly and will jump along on the trees beside guests. With the help of the guides, guests can even take pictures with them.
The tour will take you through to the sea grass-beds of Chwaka bay which is an important breeding grounds for marine organisms.
Jozani Forest Zanzibar Half Day Tour From Stone Town
For the bird lovers, Jozani Forest is a little paradise filled with the shrills of the many bird species including the brown headed parrots, black bellied starlings and the Zanzibar red bishops among others. Walk through the green forests filled with the shrills of happy birds flying above you. The beauty of this park is that it accessible by foot where you walk and admire the nature at close proximity. This tour can be suitably combined with either Spice Tour, Stone Town Tour or Prison Island Tour.
Zanzibar Must See Attractions At Jozani Forest
This 3-hour guided tour takes you deep into the lush green heart of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, the biggest national park in Zanzibar islands and the last. This forest is one of the last remaining sanctuaries in the world of the red colubus monkey.
Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkey
The endangered Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkey is the star attraction of Jozani Forest. These unique primates are found only on Zanzibar and are a must-see during your visit.
Mangrove Forests
Walk through the tranquil mangrove forests, where the trees’ roots emerge from the water, creating an otherworldly landscape that is vital for both wildlife and local communities.
Spices and Medicinal Plants
Discover the diverse plant life in Jozani Forest, including a variety of spices and medicinal plants used by the locals for centuries.
Red Banana Trees
Look for the unique red banana trees that thrive in the forest, their fruits being used in local dishes and for medicinal purposes.
Bird Watching
Jozani Forest is a bird watcher’s paradise, with numerous species of birds, including the endemic Zanzibar Red Bishop, which you can spot while exploring the forest. 
Recommended Zanzibar Tours & Excursions
Beyond a Safari Blue excursion in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Island tours offers a rich selection of attractions that highlight the Islands vibrant culture and wildlife. Some of the other top attractions in Zanzibar include: