Celebrating life’s many treasures; come discover and delight in enriching journeys of culture and nature at one of our idyllic destinations. Find harmony and balance on a wellness & yoga retreat, immerse in the beauty and serenity of nature on a diving expedition or simply savour the aromatic flavours of a culinary excursion; each experience specially curated to inspire and indulge you. Moments Enriched at The Seyyida Hotel and Spa; making every moment truly memorable
CULTURE
The Secrets of Stone Town
Cultivate your curiosity on a walkabout of the old town of Zanzibar. Full of history and ancient stories, the Stone Town also known as Mji Mkongwe, forms part of the older Zanzibar City. Be enthralled by the distinctive features of the unique architecture, mixed with Arab, Persian, Indian, European and African traditions.
Explore the famous ancient buildings including Anglican Cathedral, former Slave Market, the Sultan Palace and discover the wonders of Stone Town, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage since 2000.
CULTURE & ADVENTURE
Escape Stone Town to Prison Island
Hop on a 30-minutes boat ride from the shore and glide past the Stone Town skyline before setting foot on the gorgeous beach of Prison Island. The island surrounded with crystal clear waters was once used to house violent prisoners and as a quarantine station in the 1890s.
Learn about the adventure of giant tortoise setting their homes on the island since late 19th century. Explore the tortoise sanctuary to discover the world's largest tortoise species; these ancient centenarian tortoises of over 150 years old.
NATURE
A Walk on the Wild Side
Jozani Forest is the last native forest in Zanzibar, providing habitats for wildlife. Set on a peculiar adventure into the home of the rarest primates in Africa and found only on Zanzibar's main island - the red colobus monkeys.
Venture into the beautiful Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, near Jozani Forest and learn about all the native species to Zanzibar. Thousands of butterflies are farmed sustainable by the locals and this community project aims to protect the endangered species of butterflies.
NATURE
Island Spice & Herbs
See, feel and taste everything on a guided walking tour past villages and spice plantations where herbalist guides will provide in-depth information not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and detailed descriptions about their uses in traditional dishes, as cures for ailments and even for dyeing traditional ceremonial outfits for weddings and festivals. Savour the tastes of exotic tropical fruits of Zanzibar too on this excursion. The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete without its cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper and many other spices which are essential ingredients in a Zanzibar’s everyday life.
ADVENTURE
Ocean Safari
Explore Zanzibar's underwater world... begin the journey as you set out from Fumba (southwest of Zanzibar) on a traditional sailing dhow. Enjoy the thrill of seeking out those humpback and bottlenose dolphins at Menai Bay, Zanzibar's largest marine protected area. The crystal clear turquoise waters around Menai Bay is a perfect spot for snorkelling.
Get back on the dhow and sail towards the beautiful island of Kwale. Continue to explore mangroves and take a dip in the water to discover centuries of history stored in its corals.
NATURE
Seaweed Farming
Seaweed farming is a pure gift from Mother Nature. Discover Paje, a secluded village with African women in their traditional Swahili dress, harvesting seaweeds in the Indian Ocean waters. Gain insights from the seaweed farms and processing centre, and learn the process of transforming the organic algae with natural African ingredients into desirable and unique beauty products.
