Chapwani Island Tours

Grave Island (also called Chapwani Island) is one of several very small coral islands located a short distance off the coast of Zanzibar and is accessible by privately hired water transport, a journey of 15 to 20 minutes (and usually means getting your feet wet).

Grave Island Cemetery is a naval cemetery dating from before the First World War. In the extension is the grave of 24 petty officers and men of HMS "Pegasus", killed in action on 20 September 1914 when the ship was sunk by SMS "Konigsberg,"

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Activities

Popular places to visit

Forodhani Gardens

Relax in this scenic tree-filled oceanside park that transforms into a lively and busy seafood market after the sun goes down.

House of Wonders

See one of the early buildings of Zanzibar’s modern development, with wide verandas overlooking the ocean and relics from the late 1800s.

Old Fort

Browse the stalls of the courtyard market and attend festivals in the amphitheater in the oldest site in the historic center.

Stone Town is a great place to roam and see a side of Africa that is seldom seen. A place where cultures have mixed and co-exist. It is somewhat in decay and not very well kept, but it is extremely interesting to visit the sights and experience Stone Town while looking for souvenirs and just observing the Swahili culture and Zanzibar architecture.

Amazing sunsets by the harbour! #GoldenHour #blue

Shangani Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shangani Beach during your travels in Zanzibar Town? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Anglican Cathedral showing heritage elements

Christ Church Cathedral

Admire the coral stone design and see the museum and memorial of this church that was built to celebrate the end of slavery.

Slave Market

An Anglican cathedral now stands on this site where slaves once suffered before being sold into harsh servitude.

Best Lodging Options Near Chapwani Island

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Tembo House Hotel

Forodhani Street Zanzibar Town

Park Hyatt Zanzibar

Shangani Street Zanzibar Town

Tembo B&B Apartments

Shangani St. Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi

Golden Tulip Zanzibar Resort

Beit Al Ras, Kibweni Street Zanzibar Town

Maru Maru Hotel

Gizenga Street, Shangani Zanzibar Town Zanzibar

Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort & Spa

Malawi Road Zanzibar Town Mjini Magharibi

Bawe Island Zanzibar

Bawe Island, Mjini District Bawe Island Mjini Magharibi Region

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

Mbweni Street Zanzibar Town Zanzibar

Zanzi Resort

Kama Kama

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