Additional Information
When you're out and about all day, a comfy bed and hearty breakfast are all you need! So book Princess Salme Inn a bed and breakfast in Stone Town Zanzibar, where you pay less and sleep well.
Princess Salme Inn is a simple but comfortable bed and breakfast hotel in Stone Town growing incorporating its customer needs.
The hotel has remained one of the cleanest in the area and still maintains the lowest rates in town.
You will get assistance from our team on arranging tours, transfers and even safaris ... ..
Princess Salme Inn is a simple but comfortable bed and breakfast hotel in Stone Town growing incorporating its customer needs.
The hotel has remained one of the cleanest in the area and still maintains the lowest rates in town.
You will get assistance from our team on arranging tours, transfers and even safaris ... ..
Ambiance
Princess Salme Inn is a B&B and budget hotel perfect for travelers looking to see Zanzibar for less.
When you're out and about all day, a comfy bed and hearty breakfast are all you need! So book Princess Salme Inn a bed and breakfast in Stone Town Zanzibar, where you pay less and sleep well.
Princess Salme Inn is a simple but comfortable bed and breakfast hotel in Stone Town growing incorporating its customer needs.
It is in an old Arabic building with traditional touches. The hotel has remained one of the cleanest in the area and still maintains the lowest rates in town.
You will get assistance from our team on arranging tours, transfers and even safaris ... ..
Our rooms are simple with the highest level of cleanness.
We have variety of rooms to suite your needs and budget, and leaving you satisfied at the end. From Back packers to Honeymooners, from cheap / budget customers to mid range customers.
The rooms are decorated in Zanzibarian style with traditional Zanzibari Beds.
When you're out and about all day, a comfy bed and hearty breakfast are all you need! So book Princess Salme Inn a bed and breakfast in Stone Town Zanzibar, where you pay less and sleep well.
Princess Salme Inn is a simple but comfortable bed and breakfast hotel in Stone Town growing incorporating its customer needs.
It is in an old Arabic building with traditional touches. The hotel has remained one of the cleanest in the area and still maintains the lowest rates in town.
You will get assistance from our team on arranging tours, transfers and even safaris ... ..
Our rooms are simple with the highest level of cleanness.
We have variety of rooms to suite your needs and budget, and leaving you satisfied at the end. From Back packers to Honeymooners, from cheap / budget customers to mid range customers.
The rooms are decorated in Zanzibarian style with traditional Zanzibari Beds.
Location
The hotel is located along Dega Street, Malindi, Stone Town, Zanzibar - Tanzania
Surroundings and Attractions
While in Stone Town, there are many activities to do to enjoy your stay in Zanzibar and to know Zanzibar in General. I have included here a variety of tours which you can do while here.
There are two ways of doing the tours:
1. By sharing a vehicle with other tourist (from the hotel or from other hotels) you need to check with the receptionist:
This is the cheaper way and many visitors prefer it. However, it is better to arrange it in advance to avoid missing the transport; the busses, which operate this way, have specific departure times.
2. By using your private vehicle:
This is the most convenient way of doing the tours as you can do it at the time you want.
Note: To get the tour as it is explained in details herewith depends much on which tour operator you booked with. Our assistant manager (Getrude) or me, will assist you to select a tour operator which will ensure you get the original tour as explained here.
Prices for shared tours do not include admission fees and taxes. If you take this option, you will need to pay the admission fees and taxes yourself.
Herewith please find a variety of tours that can be arranged for you with the hotel in advance or while at the hotel:
CITY TOUR
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
This tour will take you to visit the town market, slave market, National Museum of Zanzibar, High Court Building, Slave chambers, old German Consulate, Africa House (former English Club), Tip-Tip House, Kelele Square, old British Consulate, Orphanage Home, Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, House of Wonders, Sultans Palace (now a Museum), Customs House, the Old Dispensary are among the informative attractions on this flexible guided tour in and around Zanzibar Town
SPICE TOUR
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
Without a guide, you will never find nutmeg sitting on the forest floor or think to peel the bark off a cinnamon tree, but these are some of the fun things to do on a spice tour. The guide may use a knife to carve off a root, branch, or bark and then ask you to smell or taste it to guess what it is. The guide may offer you a green coconut and they are very good. Do not expect a Pina Colada, green coconuts do not have sweet milk – it is more like subtly flavored water and the meat is delicious. Along the tour, there is a kiosk where you can buy packaged spices including turmeric, tandoori, vanilla beans, masala, hot chilies, black pepper, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon sticks or powder, ginger and others. This tour is highly recommended and includes a visit to the Maruhubi Palace Ruins and Livingstone House.
ORIGINAL SAFARI BLUE
(FULL DAY)
The original and the best “Safari Blue” is a full day excursion using locally made traditional sailing dhows of between 8 to 10 metres in length. 6 passenger-carrying dhows that are finished to the very highest standards and fitted with outboard engines, marine VHF radios, gas inflatable life jackets, sunshade, boarding ladder, waterproof bags and first aid kit.
The excursion starts at the fishing village of Fumba, 30 minutes drive from Stone Town. Fumba is situated in the southwest corner of the island and is an ideal starting point to explore Menai Bay, designated a Conservation Area. The bay has a number of beautiful uninhabited islands and sandbanks and is frequented by humpback and bottlenose dolphins.
On arrival at Fumba, clients are given a briefing on the day and a life jacket demo. We then board the dhows and set off to explore the bay and find the dolphins. We are lucky enough to see dolphins on at least 85% of our trips.
Later in the morning, there is a stop on a sandbank where a set up sunshades and fit the clients with snorkelling equipment. Guides, who can safely lead the snorkelling session and show points of interest, accompany the clients. For beginners or those who are not confident swimmers, we have inflatable snorkelling vests and our guides can give tuition.
After snorkeling clients are given fresh green coconuts before, we move to a desert island for lunch. During the morning a catering boat has gone on ahead to prepare lunch, which is served on teak picnic tables set up beneath the shade of some tamarind trees.
Lunch is a traditional Zanzibari meal and includes a selection of grilled fish, slipper lobster, squid, and rice, tamarind and coriander sauces. A gastronomic fruit tasting follows with a selection of between 10 to 15 different tropical fruits. Cold drinks are available throughout the day and include mineral water, sodas, and beer. Coffee and Amarula liqueur are also served after lunch. Toilets are available on the island.
When the tide allows there can be a visit a beautiful mangrove lagoon where it is possible to swim through the mangrove forest.
A return to Fumba by sails and arrive back at 6 p.m. in time to see the colourful African sunset.
Be advised that there are no formal changing facilities at Fumba so please wear your swimming things under your clothes. Also, be advised to bring waterproof shoes for boarding the dhows and to bring towels, sunscreen, and a spare T-shirt for snorkelling.
DHOW CRUISE
(17:30 – 19:30 DAILY)
Traditional sailing boat of the type used for centuries for carrying cargo between Zanzibar and the Arabian Gulf. She has been converted into a beautifully restored sailing vessel, which will give you an insight into the real Zanzibar. She is equipped with safety equipment, sunshade, snorkeling equipment, and boarding ladder. She is approximately 40 feet long and a crew of six will ensure your safety and comfort on board. Sit back and relax, enjoy the Zanzibar breezes and clear turquoise waters. Try your hand at fishing with a local fisherman, have lunch on a sandbank, swim and snorkel. Every day we offer a sunset cruise or an island hop including drinks and food. Private charters are also available on request.
PRISON (CHANGUU) ISLAND
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
Prison Island, located just 15 minutes by boat from Stonetown is a popular location for snorkeling because of the shallow depths, variety in coral and marine life, and lack of strong current.
You will be guided around the island on a small trail that goes past ruins. Look for the old prison and watch out for peacocks in the ruins courtyard. You will also pass ruins of an old laundry centre, a natural lagoon that can be quite beautiful if the tide is right and the old quarantine housing. A wealthy slave owner who sent unruly slaves there for discipline first owned the island.
One of the island’s main attractions is the large land tortoises. They are a sight to be seen!
JOZANI FOREST AND DOLPHIN TOUR
(FULL DAY)
This tour will take you to one of the last remaining natural rain forests in East Africa, the Jozani Forest. The forest is full of large exotic trees and harbors different species of Monkeys, especially the Red Colobus monkeys whom are indigenous to the Island.
At your convenience, you will be driven to Kizimkazi South West of Zanzibar to see the Bottlenose and Spinner dolphins. You will have the chance to play with them, doing snorkeling in the area, which is superb. A traditional Zanzibari seafood lunch can be obtained at Karamba Restaurant overlooking the sea, giving breathtaking scenery.
You will have the option of passing to Jozani Forest or just going straight to see the dolphins without passing to Jozani Forest.
JOZANI FOREST
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
This is a tour of four hours, which will take you to one of the last remaining natural rain forests in East Africa. The forest is full of large exotic trees and harbors different species of monkeys, especially the Red Colobus monkeys, whom are indigenous to the Island.
NUNGWI
(FULL DAY)
This is a full day tour that takes you from your Hotel, then first to Mkokotoni fish auctions and via Mvuleni and Fuckuchani where you can visit the Ruins of the Portuguese Barracks, to Nungwi. At Nungwi, you will also visit a boatyard where Dhows are still built in the traditional way. In the afternoon, there is time to swim and relax on the white sandy, non-tidal, secluded beaches. A very good lunch is available at Ocean Lodge where the afternoon will be spent.
Sundowners on the beach and return back to Zanzibar town during last light.
MANGAPWANI
(FULL DAY)
You will find pristine white sand, secret honeymoon beaches hidden behind the rocks of the cliff, water sports from snorkeling to canoeing to sailing. Alternatively, you can visit the historic slave caves at either end of the property.
There are two ways of doing the tours:
1. By sharing a vehicle with other tourist (from the hotel or from other hotels) you need to check with the receptionist:
This is the cheaper way and many visitors prefer it. However, it is better to arrange it in advance to avoid missing the transport; the busses, which operate this way, have specific departure times.
2. By using your private vehicle:
This is the most convenient way of doing the tours as you can do it at the time you want.
Note: To get the tour as it is explained in details herewith depends much on which tour operator you booked with. Our assistant manager (Getrude) or me, will assist you to select a tour operator which will ensure you get the original tour as explained here.
Prices for shared tours do not include admission fees and taxes. If you take this option, you will need to pay the admission fees and taxes yourself.
Herewith please find a variety of tours that can be arranged for you with the hotel in advance or while at the hotel:
CITY TOUR
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
This tour will take you to visit the town market, slave market, National Museum of Zanzibar, High Court Building, Slave chambers, old German Consulate, Africa House (former English Club), Tip-Tip House, Kelele Square, old British Consulate, Orphanage Home, Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, House of Wonders, Sultans Palace (now a Museum), Customs House, the Old Dispensary are among the informative attractions on this flexible guided tour in and around Zanzibar Town
SPICE TOUR
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
Without a guide, you will never find nutmeg sitting on the forest floor or think to peel the bark off a cinnamon tree, but these are some of the fun things to do on a spice tour. The guide may use a knife to carve off a root, branch, or bark and then ask you to smell or taste it to guess what it is. The guide may offer you a green coconut and they are very good. Do not expect a Pina Colada, green coconuts do not have sweet milk – it is more like subtly flavored water and the meat is delicious. Along the tour, there is a kiosk where you can buy packaged spices including turmeric, tandoori, vanilla beans, masala, hot chilies, black pepper, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon sticks or powder, ginger and others. This tour is highly recommended and includes a visit to the Maruhubi Palace Ruins and Livingstone House.
ORIGINAL SAFARI BLUE
(FULL DAY)
The original and the best “Safari Blue” is a full day excursion using locally made traditional sailing dhows of between 8 to 10 metres in length. 6 passenger-carrying dhows that are finished to the very highest standards and fitted with outboard engines, marine VHF radios, gas inflatable life jackets, sunshade, boarding ladder, waterproof bags and first aid kit.
The excursion starts at the fishing village of Fumba, 30 minutes drive from Stone Town. Fumba is situated in the southwest corner of the island and is an ideal starting point to explore Menai Bay, designated a Conservation Area. The bay has a number of beautiful uninhabited islands and sandbanks and is frequented by humpback and bottlenose dolphins.
On arrival at Fumba, clients are given a briefing on the day and a life jacket demo. We then board the dhows and set off to explore the bay and find the dolphins. We are lucky enough to see dolphins on at least 85% of our trips.
Later in the morning, there is a stop on a sandbank where a set up sunshades and fit the clients with snorkelling equipment. Guides, who can safely lead the snorkelling session and show points of interest, accompany the clients. For beginners or those who are not confident swimmers, we have inflatable snorkelling vests and our guides can give tuition.
After snorkeling clients are given fresh green coconuts before, we move to a desert island for lunch. During the morning a catering boat has gone on ahead to prepare lunch, which is served on teak picnic tables set up beneath the shade of some tamarind trees.
Lunch is a traditional Zanzibari meal and includes a selection of grilled fish, slipper lobster, squid, and rice, tamarind and coriander sauces. A gastronomic fruit tasting follows with a selection of between 10 to 15 different tropical fruits. Cold drinks are available throughout the day and include mineral water, sodas, and beer. Coffee and Amarula liqueur are also served after lunch. Toilets are available on the island.
When the tide allows there can be a visit a beautiful mangrove lagoon where it is possible to swim through the mangrove forest.
A return to Fumba by sails and arrive back at 6 p.m. in time to see the colourful African sunset.
Be advised that there are no formal changing facilities at Fumba so please wear your swimming things under your clothes. Also, be advised to bring waterproof shoes for boarding the dhows and to bring towels, sunscreen, and a spare T-shirt for snorkelling.
DHOW CRUISE
(17:30 – 19:30 DAILY)
Traditional sailing boat of the type used for centuries for carrying cargo between Zanzibar and the Arabian Gulf. She has been converted into a beautifully restored sailing vessel, which will give you an insight into the real Zanzibar. She is equipped with safety equipment, sunshade, snorkeling equipment, and boarding ladder. She is approximately 40 feet long and a crew of six will ensure your safety and comfort on board. Sit back and relax, enjoy the Zanzibar breezes and clear turquoise waters. Try your hand at fishing with a local fisherman, have lunch on a sandbank, swim and snorkel. Every day we offer a sunset cruise or an island hop including drinks and food. Private charters are also available on request.
PRISON (CHANGUU) ISLAND
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
Prison Island, located just 15 minutes by boat from Stonetown is a popular location for snorkeling because of the shallow depths, variety in coral and marine life, and lack of strong current.
You will be guided around the island on a small trail that goes past ruins. Look for the old prison and watch out for peacocks in the ruins courtyard. You will also pass ruins of an old laundry centre, a natural lagoon that can be quite beautiful if the tide is right and the old quarantine housing. A wealthy slave owner who sent unruly slaves there for discipline first owned the island.
One of the island’s main attractions is the large land tortoises. They are a sight to be seen!
JOZANI FOREST AND DOLPHIN TOUR
(FULL DAY)
This tour will take you to one of the last remaining natural rain forests in East Africa, the Jozani Forest. The forest is full of large exotic trees and harbors different species of Monkeys, especially the Red Colobus monkeys whom are indigenous to the Island.
At your convenience, you will be driven to Kizimkazi South West of Zanzibar to see the Bottlenose and Spinner dolphins. You will have the chance to play with them, doing snorkeling in the area, which is superb. A traditional Zanzibari seafood lunch can be obtained at Karamba Restaurant overlooking the sea, giving breathtaking scenery.
You will have the option of passing to Jozani Forest or just going straight to see the dolphins without passing to Jozani Forest.
JOZANI FOREST
(1/2 DAY MORNING OR AFTERNOON)
This is a tour of four hours, which will take you to one of the last remaining natural rain forests in East Africa. The forest is full of large exotic trees and harbors different species of monkeys, especially the Red Colobus monkeys, whom are indigenous to the Island.
NUNGWI
(FULL DAY)
This is a full day tour that takes you from your Hotel, then first to Mkokotoni fish auctions and via Mvuleni and Fuckuchani where you can visit the Ruins of the Portuguese Barracks, to Nungwi. At Nungwi, you will also visit a boatyard where Dhows are still built in the traditional way. In the afternoon, there is time to swim and relax on the white sandy, non-tidal, secluded beaches. A very good lunch is available at Ocean Lodge where the afternoon will be spent.
Sundowners on the beach and return back to Zanzibar town during last light.
MANGAPWANI
(FULL DAY)
You will find pristine white sand, secret honeymoon beaches hidden behind the rocks of the cliff, water sports from snorkeling to canoeing to sailing. Alternatively, you can visit the historic slave caves at either end of the property.
Special Features
Free Internet / WiFi
Airport Pick Up
Air Conditioner
Free Breakfast
Late Breakfast No Surcharge
Hot Shower
Mosquito Nets
Bath Linen & Sandals
Standby Generator
Tea / Coffee 24hrs
Satelite Television
Ceiling Fans
Airport Pick Up
Air Conditioner
Free Breakfast
Late Breakfast No Surcharge
Hot Shower
Mosquito Nets
Bath Linen & Sandals
Standby Generator
Tea / Coffee 24hrs
Satelite Television
Ceiling Fans
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