15 Kuza Cave & Maalum Tours in Zanzibar to Build a Week Around

1.Dolphin tour, Jozani Forest, Jambiani Kuza Cave, Paje Beach &The Rock restaurent

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · from $130Our pick

Spend about nine hours touring Zanzibar with private transport and a guide, stopping for a dolphin cruise, Jozani’s red colobus monkeys, Kuza Cave, Paje Beach, and The Rock. Guides such as Amina, Ibrahim, and Hassan have earned praise for their care and flexibility. Lunch and any restaurant deposit are extra.

“Very welcoming, polite and caring guide and driver. Great experience to see in one day key parts of zanzibar!”

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2.Mnemba Island, Prison Island and Salaam Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · from $150

Spend a full day seeing Zanzibar by road and water. Your private guide and driver take you to Mnemba Atoll for dolphins, snorkeling and a sandbank, then to Prison Island and Salaam Cave for giant tortoises and sea turtles. The Rock Restaurant adds a memorable coastal stop, though lunch is extra. Guides include Abdallah, Regalo and Mohammed.

“Both our guide and driver were very welcoming, polite, happy and knowledgeable about not only the excursions but also the area in general and they were very forthcoming in informing us.”

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3.SWIMMING WITH TURTLES AT SALAAM CAVE AT KIZIMKAZI ZANZIBAR

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 112 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Meet your guide for a private 3-hour visit to Salaam Cave in Kizimkazi. Swim in its clear water beside cared-for sea turtles, watch feeding with seaweed, and learn about turtle protection. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and return transport are included. Arrive early if you want a quieter cave.

“Loved seeing and swimming with the turtles in the cave. Wasn’t overcrowded at all, only four other people there at the same time. The only thing I’d say is it was not three hours; we had maybe 45 minutes in the cave and did feel as though we were being waited on to get out; however, that was plenty of time as it is a small area.”

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4.Sea Turtle Swim at Kizimkazi Salaam Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 78 reviews · 1.5 - 4 hours · from $48

At Kizimkazi’s Salaam Cave, you swim beside sea turtles in a salt-water sanctuary and feed them seaweed. Local guide Luqman helps care for the turtles and explains their life cycle, habits, and home. Private hotel pickup, transport, entry, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your 5-star rating! We are glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable experience! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays”

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5.Swim with Sea Turtles, Kuza Cave, Paje Beach, The Rock Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 77 reviews · 9 hours · from $150

Spend nine hours on a private Zanzibar outing with hotel pickup, a guide, and bottled water. Visit Salaam Cave for sea turtles, swim at Kuza Cave, walk Paje Beach, and see The Rock Restaurant. The schedule may also include Jozani Forest and dolphins at Kizimkazi. Lunch at The Rock costs extra.

“I really enjoyed the tour! The caves were beautiful, feeding the turtles was great, and Paje was stunning. It would be great to add on Jozani forest as an additional activity, as it’s in the vicinity. The tour guide Abdul was brilliant! He explained the schedule for the day as soon as I was picked up from the hotel, so I knew exactly what to expect. He is knowledgeable, friendly and honest, which is exactly what you need from a guide in Zanzibar! As a solo traveller, he made me feel at ease, which was grateful appreciated. At Salaam cave, Abdul noticed that I wasn’t happy with the photos that…”

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6.Jozani Forest, Salaam Cave & The Rock Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 77 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $105

Spend 6 to 7 hours visiting Jozani Forest, Salaam Cave Aquarium, and The Rock Restaurant with hotel pickup, a private group, an English, French, German, Italian, Polish, or Spanish speaking guide, entrance fees, transport, and bottled water included. Plan extra time and money if you want lunch at The Rock.

“Schöner Trip über die Insel. Als Tipp für diejenigen die mit den Schildkröten schwimmen gehen, nichts grünes anziehen da sie mit Löwenzahn (glaube ich, jedenfalls grün) gefüttert werden. Auf die Farbe fahren die voll ab und man könnte sonst an Stellen angeknabbert werden die man nicht möchte 🥴😂”

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7.The Rock, Paje Beach, Jozani Forest, Salaam Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 57 reviews · 8 hours · from $140

Spend eight private hours exploring southern Zanzibar with a multilingual guide and hotel pickup. Swim in Kuza Cave and Salaam Cave, see red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest, walk Paje Beach, and visit The Rock Restaurant. Guides such as Abdul, Rashid, Alen, and Muhammad are praised for adjusting timing and explaining island life. Food is extra.

“We had an incredible time in Zanzibar exploring the Blue Lagoon, The Rock, Paje Beach, and the Jozani Forest. The Blue Lagoon's crystal-clear waters were perfect for snorkeling. The Rock offered stunning views and unique charm. Paje Beach, with its white sand and kite-surfing scene, was ideal for lunch and walking around. The Jozani Forest, home to red colobus monkeys, provided a delightful nature walk through mangroves. Our guide, Ahmed, was fantastic. His knowledge, friendliness, and enthusiasm made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!”

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8.Jozani Forest, Salaam & Maalum Caves and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 53 reviews · 8 hours · from $150

Spend a full day in southern Zanzibar with a guide such as Omar, Mahir, or Kasim. Walk through Jozani Forest, feed sea turtles at Salaam Cave, swim in Maalum Cave, enjoy an African lunch in Paje, then watch sunset with a drink at Kae Mangroves Beach Bar.

“Mahir and Kasim were amazing!!! They weren’t excellent from beginning to end. Highly recommend!”

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9.Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave, Paje Beach and The Rock Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $100

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Zanzibar by private, air-conditioned vehicle. See red colobus monkeys at Jozani Forest, swim at Kuza Cave, stroll Paje Beach, and photograph The Rock Restaurant. Guides may include Yahya, James, Jumon, or Said. Lunch is extra, and The Rock requires a separate reservation.

“This was one of the best days. We have traveled the world extensively but the human touch as you can see from the photo attached was exemplary. The tour operator hired two of the best that we have ever encountered. Our guide Yahya Read more”

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10.Half-Day Kuza Cave Swimming Adventure and Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · from $13Best value

Spend four hours at Kuza Cave Culture Centre near Jambiani swimming in clear cave water, learning Swahili history, cooking with Zanzibar spices, and eating a local lunch. Music and dancing may take place during your visit. Transport is not included, and drum or dance lessons require a separate booking.

“Most beautiful caves we have seen. We however had to ask to be shoen the other attractions as the guide was attending to four groups. The tea garden was disappointing. But once again - the caves were stunning and swimming there was some experience. We did not partake in the vooking as my wife was not well”

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11.Dolphin Tour, Jozani Forest Tour, Kuza Cave Tour, Paje Beach,The Rock Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $128

Spend about 10 hours touring Zanzibar by private, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide and driver. Snorkel near Mnemba Island, look for red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest, swim in Kuza Cave, relax at Paje Beach, and finish at The Rock Restaurant. Lunch is not included.

“My 4 friends and I went on this private tour and loved every minute of it! We got to swim with dolphins, stand inches away from monkeys, and enjoy the beautiful views. Taimur, our guide, was so nice and funny — we loved spending time with you during the drives!! I recommend, especially with Taimur!”

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12.Blue lagoon, Starfish, Paje Beach and Maalum Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 37 reviews · 8 hours · from $145

Spend eight hours exploring south Zanzibar with a local guide such as Hussein. Snorkel at Blue Lagoon and Starfish Garden, photograph The Rock Restaurant, eat lunch in Paje, then swim in Maalum Cave. Transport, boat hire, snorkel gear, lunch, and hotel pickup are included.

“We did this tour today and really enjoyed it! Snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon was amazing, with clear water and beautiful marine life. The Starfish Garden and views of the Rock Restaurant were perfect for photos. Lunch was relaxed and tasty, and Maalum Cave was a unique and fascinating experience. Well organized and a great way to explore the south of Zanzibar. Highly recommended! 🌴🌊”

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13.Mnemba Snorkeling, Kuza Cave, Blue Lagoon, Starfish Tour, The Rock Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 34 reviews · from $140

Spend about 10 hours exploring Zanzibar by private air-conditioned vehicle and boat. Swim near Mnemba Atoll, look for dolphins, cool off in Kuza Cave, snorkel at Blue Lagoon, visit Starfish Beach, and finish at The Rock Restaurant. Guides such as Mohammed, Juma, Abdullah, and Saleh have been praised for their care and flexibility.

“Ausgezeichnete Tour. Unsere Guides Abdullah & Said sowie unsere Fahrer Sadik & Shazil sind auf all unsere Wünsche eingegangen und zeigten eine großartige Flexibilität (insbesondere als uns der Regen überraschte und wir vor der Weiterfahrt einen Stopp im Hotel einlegten). Ohne Einschränkung zu empfehlen! Danke!”

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14.Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave and Stand Up Paddle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · 10 hours · from $150

Spend 10 hours in southern Zanzibar with private transport, a guide, and boat. Walk through Jozani Forest, see Red Colobus Monkeys, swim with sea turtles at Salaam Cave, visit Kuza Cave, paddle clear water, and stop at The Rock Restaurant. Guides speak English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

“Excellent. Recommended by us any day of the week. We had a rainy day and they were flexible and made some changes to the itinerary to fit our needs. We loved it.”

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15.Salaam Cave Tour, Kuza Cave, Paje Beach, Lunch at The Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · 9 hours · from $150

Spend nine private hours exploring Jozani Mangrove Forest, snorkeling with sea turtles in Salaam Cave, visiting Kuza Cave, and relaxing at Paje Beach. A guide such as Daniel, Alen, or Hijja can lead the day, with private transport, boat, and gear included. Lunch at The Rock Restaurant costs extra.

“Excellent day, Turtles were amazing, caves excellent too. Paje Beach was fabulous. All in all a fabulous day out and thank you. Finished off with lunch at The Rock Restaurant, excellent service and food.”

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