Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave & Paje Beach tour: Swim underground

Red colobus monkeys in the forest, then underground swimming in a natural cave

A six-hour guided tour of Zanzibar's Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, Kuza Cave and Paje Beach with a live guide. Walk through tropical forest to spot the rare red colobus monkey and mangrove trees, swim in the clear underground water of Kuza Cave where sub-caves run deeper than you can see, and finish at Paje Beach or the Rock Restaurant on the southeast coast.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore forest, cave, beach, and restaurant

• Visit Jozani forest and see monkeys
• Swim and explore Kuza Cave
• Relax at Paje beach
• Dine at The Rock Restaurant

The experience

The tour starts in Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, a tropical forest reserve built around one of Zanzibar's most important ecosystems. The red colobus monkey lives nowhere else on earth, and the guide takes you into the forest to find them among the lush vegetation and mangrove trees. The forest itself is the draw: dense, wet, and layered with life that most beach days never reach.

Kuza Cave is where the day shifts from walking to swimming. The entrance has a few steps and ropes down to the opening, and the cave water sits about three meters deep: clear enough that you cannot see where it starts. Connected sub-caves run much deeper. The cave is not dark or difficult to access, and swimming here is the centerpiece of the afternoon.

The tour ends at Paje Beach on the southeast coast, known for powdery sand and clear water, or at the Rock Restaurant in Michamvi Pingwe, a structure built on rock that overlooks the shore. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one additional language, and the van is air-conditioned. Bottled water and entrance fees are included. Lunch is on your own.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• entrance fee to Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• live guide in your chosen language.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 08:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (8 to 70 years) · Child (3 to 7 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by KHAMIS TRAVEL AND TOURS

Is this one for you?The guide speaks five languages, so book this tour if your group is comfortable in English, Spanish, Italian, French or the fifth language offered. The guide's commentary is live and in real time, not translated or recorded.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 7 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the red colobus monkeys and where do they live?

The red colobus monkey is a rare species found only in Zanzibar, and Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park is where the tour takes you to see them in the forest canopy among the mangroves and tropical vegetation.

Can I swim in Kuza Cave, and how deep is the water?

Yes, swimming in the clear underground water is part of the tour. The main chamber is about three meters deep, and connected sub-caves run deeper. The entrance is accessible via a few steps and ropes, and the cave is not dark or difficult to enter.

What is Paje Beach like?

Paje Beach sits on the southeast coast of Zanzibar and is known for powdery white sand, crystal clear water, and a laid-back atmosphere. It is a popular spot for beach relaxation and local dining.

Is the Rock Restaurant included, and what is it?

The Rock Restaurant in Michamvi Pingwe is a structure built on rock on the southeast coast and is one of Zanzibar's well-known dining spots. The tour can end there instead of at Paje Beach, though meals are not included.