​​The Tuko Pamoja Tour
​(n.) Swahili for "we are together"; a group's shared sense of purpose and motivation

Highlights:

History

  • ​Wander through the colorful and vibrant Spice Market in Stone Town
  • Learn about the history of Stone Town's as we tour the tomb of Tippu Tip, the Sultan's Palace, the Old Fort, and more.
  • Explore a local spice plantation, where you will learn how the flavors of Zanzibar are grown

Culture

  • Witness and participate in a traditional Msewe dance demonstration
  • Participate in a Pemban cooking class, which includes shopping with the locals and cooking in their homes
  • Experience an exciting, ritualistic Pemban bloodless bull fight

Nature

  • Swim with dolphins in the Indian Ocean
  • Visit beautiful Misali Island, known for its white sand and sparkling blue waters
  • ​Venture to the Jozani Forest and see the red Colobus monkeys up close
  • Watch giant flying foxes soar overhead at the Kidike Flying Fox Sanctuary 
Video filmed and created by students who joined us on our trip to Zanzibar in January, 2018.

Meet the Guides

Peter Straube

Gary Scudder

Steve Wehmeyer

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