Maalum Cave and Mtende Beach with Dining at Usumba Restaurant

3.0 (2 reviews) Zanzibar City, Tanzania
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a private tour to three of Zanzibar’s must-see locations: Mtende Beach, Maalum Cave and Usumba Rock Restaurant. This unforgettable experience begins Maalum Cave where you can swim in fresh, healing waters and immerse yourself in the tranquility of the surrounding jungle. Then, you will visit Mtende Beach, a hidden gem on the southeast coast known for its pristine white sands and serene atmosphere. Enjoy the peaceful beauty of this secluded paradise, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Finally, end your adventure at the iconic Usumba Rock Restaurant. It's a special place where you can enjoy amazing views and the freshest seafood.

Options

from Kendwa & Nungwi

PICK-UP FROM NORTH COAST: This applied to those clients staying on North Coast (Kidoti, Kendwa and Nungwi).
Pickup included

from Uroa, Matemwe & Kiwengwa

PICK-UP FROM EAST COAST: This applied to those clients staying in East Coast (Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Pongwe, Chwaka and Uroa).
Pickup included

from Stone Town, Kama & Chuini

PICK-UP FROM URBAN/WEST COAST: This applied to those clients staying in Zanzibar Urban/West Coast (Stone Town, Bububu, Bweni, Chukwani, Kama and Chuini).
Pickup included

from Jambiani, Paje & Michamvi

PICK-UP FROM SOUTH COAST: This applied to those clients staying on South Coast (Makunduchi, Kizimkazi, Jambiani, Paje, Dongwe, Bwejuu and Michamvi).
Pickup included

What's included

  • Government Taxes (18% VAT), Entrance Fees and All Service Charges
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car with Air Condition
  • Reef Shoes, Bathroom with shower and Changing room at Maalum Cave
  • Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour Guide
  • Spanish, English, German, French and Italian Guide
  • Lunch/Dinner at The Usumba Rock Restaurant
  • Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
  • Gratuities for Tour Guide (please tip separately)
  • Expenses of a personal Nature

What to expect

  1. Maalum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Welcome to Maalum Cave - A hidden Gem in Paje, Zanzibar. The word Maalum means “SPECIAL” in Swahili language. This is a unique natural swimming pool which is more than a worth having a chance to swim in it, If you have a deep appreciation for natural settings experiences, this tour is an absolute must-visit. This is a very special place to reconnect with nature, explore the underground life, relax and enjoy the peace. During your time in this refreshing natural wonder you can swim, jump from the cliff and snorkel to see how it looks under water. Or just gaze at this hidden gems wonderful and untouched environment.

    Please note that: In exceptional cases, when the Maalum Cave is not available, we’ll visit the Salaam Cave, an equally captivating enclave that is surprisingly home to a Natural Aquarium of turquoise tones, home to dozens of Turtles.
  2. Mtende beach
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Also, If you consider yourself a beach person and you plan on visiting Zanzibar, Mtende Beach definitely needs to be added to your list. The main section of the beach is situated between two rock formations, in a big cove. It’s absolutely stunning, and one of the coolest places to watch the tides change on the island.

    If you didn’t know already, Zanzibar is one of the places with the most drastic tides you must ever witnessed. Mtende Beach is just like most of the other beaches in that regard. Make sure you do your research and look up when the tides will be out and in whenever you’ll be visiting Mtende. When the tide is low you can walk all the way down the beach but when it’s high tide it comes all the way to the stairs.
  3. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Finally, end your adventure at the iconic Usumba Rock Restaurant. It's a special place where you can enjoy amazing views and the freshest seafood. It is built on two rocks made of treated wood, and connected with a walkway, where you can relax and enjoy traditional local food, a beer in the bar or the best views of the bay! When the tide rises, you can go down the stairs of our restaurant to swim. They also have a new Viewpoint, from where you can see the restaurant and contemplate the entire bay.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pickups commence approximately 7 - 75 minutes prior to this time and it depends on the location of the hotel, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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