A native Zanzibari team that treats every guest like family
Since 2014, we have shown thousands of global travelers the true soul of Unguja — away from crowded mass tourism.
UWESU Zanzibar Tour started in 2014 with one dhow captain, one minivan and a simple promise: show visitors the island the way locals live it. Today we run daily excursions from Stone Town to every corner of Unguja and Mainland Tanzania safaris.
Our guides were born on the island. They know which alley smells of fresh cardamom at sunrise, which coral reef is calmest for first-time snorkelers, and where to taste the freshest Swahili seafood pilau near Darajani.
We work directly with local boat captains, farmers, and family-run coastal eateries. When you book with us, your support stays 100% within the local Zanzibari community.
10+
Years Guiding on Unguja
12,000+
Happy Travellers Hosted
20+
Local Guides & Captains
4.9 / 5
Average Guest Rating
Moments From Our Zanzibar Excursions
Meet Your Island Guides
Certified, knowledgeable, and multilingual team dedicated to making your holiday unforgettable.
Uwesu Simba
Founder & Lead Expedition Guide
Born and raised in Stone Town with over 12 years of guiding experience across Unguja and Pemba.
Amina Juma
Guest Experience & Safari Coordinator
Dedicated to designing seamless custom packages, mainland safari flights, and hotel transfers.
Captain Rashid
Senior Dhow & Marine Captain
Master of Zanzibar's reefs and tides with 18+ years navigating Safari Blue and Mnemba waters.
Fatma Kassim
Cultural & Heritage Specialist
Passionate historian bringing Stone Town's ancient architecture and spice traditions to life.
Transparent & Safe
No hidden park fees or surprise fuel charges. Transparent quotes upfront.
Direct Local Impact
Empowering Zanzibari boatmen, farmers, and licensed historical guides directly.
Customized Itineraries
Flexible schedules tailored around your resort location and arrival times.
Speak Directly With Our Local Team
Call or WhatsApp +255772632217 — available 7 days a week from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM (EAT).