Jozani Forest Tour

The magical forest with the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkey

In the south of the island lies a magical forest called Jozani Forest. The landscape of this typical forest is unique in many ways. Jozani Forest is currently considered the second world heritage site of Zanzibar! The Jozani-Chwaka bay area is a hotspot of biodiversity, the forest is home to several endemic species, including the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkey.

Your ranger will take you on a nature trail lined with eucalyptus and mahogany trees, explaining the medicinal properties of various plants and telling you about the animals, birds and reptiles that make their home in the various habitats of this tropical rainforest. Troops of Red Colobus monkeys clamber from branch to branch in search of food. The monkeys have become accustomed to humans and allow you to get close to them to take pictures while they eat, play and jump from the treetops.

The mangrove boardwalk takes you above the swamp where, depending on the tide, you can see crabs scurrying over the mud. Mangroves play an important role in preserving the environment and are a source of income for villagers and community life.