Jozani Forest, the largest indigenous forest on Zanzibar Island, lies south of Chwaka Bay on low-lying terrain prone to seasonal flooding. This unique environment fosters a swamplike habitat rich with moisture-loving trees and ferns. Protected as part of Jozani-Chwaka National Park, the forest is renowned for its population of Zanzibar red colobus monkeys, an endangered species found only on the island. Other wildlife includes various monkey species, bushbabies, duikers, and over 40 bird species. Visitors often explore the forest via a 45-minute nature trail that weaves through its dense foliage. Nearby, a boardwalk through creekside mangroves offers a glimpse into this vital coastal ecosystem.