Kizimkazi Tour: Sea Turtles, Caves & Ocean View Lunch

Swim in limestone caves and eat fresh seafood over the water

A nine-hour guided tour of Kizimkazi and nearby beaches combines cave exploration, sea turtle swimming, a three-course lunch at an oceanfront restaurant, and time on Paje Beach. Private transportation, bottled water and an English-speaking guide are included. The tour suits families with children from age one and all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore caves, beach, and dining

• Visit Kuza Cave and swim
• Swim with sea turtles at Salaam Cave
• Enjoy seafood lunch at The Rock Restaurant
• Relax and walk on Paje Beach

The experience

The day starts at Kuza Cave, one of Jambiani's oldest natural formations, where you'll see limestone caverns, local artifacts and a timeline of Swahili history before swimming in the clear water. From there you move to Salaam Cave, just off Kizimkazi Beach, where the main draw is swimming with sea turtles in their natural habitat: a moment most travelers book this tour specifically to have.

Lunch anchors the middle of the day at The Rock Restaurant near Michamvi Pingwe, a three-hour stop where you eat a three-course meal of fresh seafood or Swahili specialties while watching the Indian Ocean. The restaurant sits on the water, and the tour notes you can bring someone special and order chilled sparkling wine as the sun sets. After lunch, you head to Paje Beach, known for white sand, shallow water and calm waves: good for snorkeling, swimming or a barefoot walk depending on the tide and your energy.

A guide travels with you the whole day and speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or one additional language. The vehicle is air-conditioned, has WiFi on board and is wheelchair accessible, as are all the sites. Bottled water is provided throughout.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned, wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• WiFi on board.
• a guide who speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (25 to 55 years) · Senior (60 to 80 years) · Youth (15 to 20 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Africa & Beyond Tours & Travel Ltd

Is this one for you?Nine hours is a full day commitment that leaves no room for other major activities, but it means you see four distinct sites (two caves, a restaurant and a beach) without rushing any of them. Book this if you want to combine cave exploration, wildlife swimming and a long lunch in one outing. If you prefer a shorter excursion or want to explore other parts of Zanzibar the same day, look for a half-day cave tour instead.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 20 years); Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 4 years).

Is lunch included in the tour price, or do I pay separately at The Rock Restaurant?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. You order and pay for your meal at The Rock Restaurant during the three-hour stop there. The tour covers transport to the restaurant and the time to eat, but the food and drinks are your own cost.

What is Paje Beach like compared to the other stops?

Paje Beach is known for soft white sand, shallow water and calm waves: the operator describes it as ideal for snorkeling, swimming, relaxing or walking. It is the final stop of the day and offers a more open beach experience than the cave sites.