| No. of Travellers | 価格 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Traveller | $150per person | |
| 2 Travellers | $113per person | |
| 3 Travellers | $100per person | |
| 4 Travellers | $88per person | |
| 5 Travellers | $88per person | |
| 6 Travellers | $88per person | |
| 7 Travellers | $88per person |
Rates shown are per person in USD and vary by group size.
A Jozani Forest Tour offers a completely different experience from Zanzibar’s beaches and historic towns. The tour takes you into Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, an important protected landscape of tropical forest, mangroves and other natural habitats.
The park is particularly famous for the Zanzibar red colobus monkey, which is endemic to Zanzibar and has become an important symbol of conservation on the island.
With a knowledgeable local guide, you will walk through the forest while learning about its plants, animals and conservation. The experience then continues into the mangrove environment, where a raised boardwalk allows you to explore another of the park’s distinctive ecosystems.
Rather than being simply a monkey-viewing excursion, the tour gives you a broader understanding of Zanzibar’s natural environment and the importance of protecting its remaining forests.
One of the main reasons travellers visit Jozani Forest is to see the Zanzibar red colobus monkey.
These monkeys are endemic to Zanzibar, meaning their natural range is restricted to the islands. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park provides one of their most important protected habitats and they are a major focus of conservation work in Zanzibar.
During your guided walk, your guide will help locate the monkeys and explain more about their behaviour and forest habitat. Watching them feed, rest and move through the trees is often one of the most memorable wildlife experiences of a Zanzibar holiday.
The Jozani Forest Tour is not only about the red colobus monkeys.
The experience also takes you into the park’s mangrove ecosystem, where a wooden boardwalk allows you to walk through an environment very different from the tropical forest.
Mangroves are an important part of Jozani Chwaka Bay’s biodiversity. As you walk, your guide can explain how these unusual trees survive in tidal conditions and why mangrove habitats are important for Zanzibar’s wider coastal ecosystem. The park’s official site specifically highlights the mangrove boardwalk as one of its visitor experiences.
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is Zanzibar’s only national park and protects approximately 50 square kilometres of varied habitat, including tropical forest, mangroves and coastal ecosystems.
The wider Jozani-Chwaka Bay landscape is also recognised by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve, reflecting its ecological importance and the relationship between conservation and surrounding communities.
Most importantly for visitors, the park protects habitat for the endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkey as well as numerous birds, butterflies and other wildlife.
This makes a visit to Jozani more than simply a sightseeing excursion; it is an opportunity to experience one of Zanzibar’s most important conservation areas.
A knowledgeable local guide helps you see much more than you might notice when walking through the forest alone.
Your guide can help locate red colobus monkeys, identify plants and wildlife, and explain how the forest and mangrove ecosystems work together.
They can also introduce you to the conservation challenges facing Zanzibar’s natural habitats, turning a pleasant forest walk into a more meaningful understanding of the island’s wildlife and environment.
Jozani Forest can be visited throughout the year.
The official national park information identifies June to October as the dry season and a particularly good period for visiting, while morning and late afternoon are highlighted as good times for observing the red colobus monkeys.
Easy Travel offers both morning and afternoon departures, allowing you to choose the time that works best with the rest of your Zanzibar itinerary.
Explore Jozani Forest with a knowledgeable local guide who can help you understand Zanzibar’s wildlife, plants and natural ecosystems.
From hotel transfers to park arrangements, we take care of the details so you can concentrate on enjoying your Jozani Forest experience.
Enjoy a private Jozani Forest Tour with personal attention, flexibility and plenty of opportunity to ask your guide questions.
Easy Travel supports you from your first enquiry through to the end of your Jozani Forest Tour.
What is the Jozani Forest Tour?
The Jozani Forest Tour is a guided visit to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park where you can explore tropical forest, look for Zanzibar red colobus monkeys and walk through the park’s mangrove ecosystem.
How long is the Jozani Forest Tour?
Where is Jozani Forest?
Jozani Forest forms part of Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park on Zanzibar Island, Tanzania. It is Zanzibar’s only national park.
Will I see Zanzibar red colobus monkeys?
What else will I see at Jozani Forest?
Is the Jozani Forest Tour private?
Yes. The tour is always operated privately for you and your travelling party.
Can I choose a morning or afternoon tour?
Is hotel transport included?
Are Jozani Forest entrance fees included?
Is drinking water included?
Yes. Bottled drinking water is included during the tour.
Is lunch included?
What should I wear for a Jozani Forest Tour?
Wear lightweight, comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes. Insect repellent and a light rain jacket can also be useful when exploring the forest.
