I am going on a Masailand hunt next year and taking my wife the first time to Africa. Apart from the Arusha & Crater thing we like to spend a few days in Zanzibar. Would anyone have any tips for a good iconic hotel in the old part of town etc. Much appreciated. Also we are staying in the Crater Lodge, it looks very nice. Has anyone stayed there also ?

Thanks in advance

I was in the crater lodge last month with my wife. It was nice, but not five star.....the buffets where at best average.

The views where incredible!

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I just had this discussion a couple hours ago over dinner. I was told that Mafia Island is a much nicer option. And, you can swim with whale sharks, which would be pretty cool

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Originally posted by DLS:
I just had this discussion a couple hours ago over dinner. I was told that Mafia Island is a much nicer option. And, you can swim with whale sharks, which would be pretty cool

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Depends what you are interested in. Zanzibar has a lot more history and culture, but is over touristy and very similar to the Caribbean in the level of harassment- you are constantly getting bombarded by people trying to sell you something. Mafia is more remote and less crowded. The whale sharks are not there all the time, they are migratory so you have to time it correctly.

If you go to Zanzibar, I would suggest only a day or two in Stonetown, then head a bit further afield for beach/relaxation.

Kilwa is 5 hours south of Dar on the mainland, and is remote, beautiful and has ruins/ a bit of history.

PM me if you want specific suggestions.

If you really want to Stay in the old part of Stone town I recommend the http://jafferjihouse.net/
You surely will enjoy it.

Do you know what ZANZIBAR means?

It comes from the Arabic ZANJIBAR.

Which means THE LAND OF THE NEGROS.

So does the word: Baltimore from what I've
been told.

George

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Originally posted by georgeld:
So does the word: Baltimore from what I've
been told.

George

Now... THAT’S FUNNY!

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Originally posted by Saeed:
Do you know what ZANZIBAR means?

It comes from the Arabic ZANJIBAR.

Which means THE LAND OF THE NEGROS.

And was the largest, most important slave market on the East African coast.

Bagamoyo, which is the closest township between mainland and the northern tip of Zanzibar, was the main "transit stop" for the slaves destined mainly for the Omani market.

All others (rejects) were probably sent to Baltimore.

Looks Great ! Thank you very much !

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Originally posted by mboga biga bwana:
If you really want to Stay in the old part of Stone town I recommend the http://jafferjihouse.net/
You surely will enjoy it.

AB109,
You will have a great trip, we did the same trip/safari a few years

ago, it remains one of my favorite vacations!

Here’s the link to my hunt report if it helps,

http://forums.accuratereloadin...251088312#5251088312

Safe travels!

Jim

Thank you very much MBOGA BIGA BWANA for recommending Jafferji House in Zanzibar.
After a nice Masailand hunt we stayed there last week in the "Sultan Suite" - Absolutely fantastic ! - Thank again.
Cheers

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Originally posted by mboga biga bwana:
If you really want to Stay in the old part of Stone town I recommend the http://jafferjihouse.net/
You surely will enjoy it.

Glad you Enjoyed it.

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Originally posted by AB109:
Thank you very much MBOGA BIGA BWANA for recommending Jafferji House in Zanzibar.
After a nice Masailand hunt we stayed there last week in the "Sultan Suite" - Absolutely fantastic ! - Thank again.
Cheers

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Originally posted by mboga biga bwana:
If you really want to Stay in the old part of Stone town I recommend the http://jafferjihouse.net/
You surely will enjoy it.

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Originally posted by fulvio:

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Originally posted by Saeed:
Do you know what ZANZIBAR means?

It comes from the Arabic ZANJIBAR.

Which means THE LAND OF THE NEGROS.

And was the largest, most important slave market on the East African coast.

Bagamoyo, which is the closest township between mainland and the northern tip of Zanzibar, was the main "transit stop" for the slaves destined mainly for the Omani market.

All others (rejects) were probably sent to Baltimore.

A few years ago we were having lunch in the bush, in a nice valley.

Someone mentioned that this very same valley was the major route for slave on their way to the coast.