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ZANZIBAR

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1,654 kmยฒ
Island Size
27ยฐC
Avg Temperature
UNESCO
Stone Town Status
Year-Round
Destination

The Magic of Zanzibar Island

A tapestry of African, Arab, Indian, and Portuguese influences woven into one extraordinary island.

Pristine Beaches

Miles of powder-white sand, crystal-clear turquoise water and world class snorkeling and diving.

Spice Island

The original Spice Island cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla, nutmeg grown since the 1800s.

Stone Town

UNESCO-listed old city with Arab architecture, carved doors, Persian baths and vibrant street food.

Wildlife & Nature

Giant tortoises, dolphins, humpback whales, red colobus monkeys, and vibrant reef fish.

Stone Town Zanzibar
UNESCO World Heritage
Stone Town, Zanzibar

Stone Town
Old Town Magic

Stone Town is the historic heart of Zanzibar City a living museum of Swahili coastal trading culture. Its winding alleys, overhanging balconies, carved wooden doors, and Persian bath houses reflect 2,000 years of multicultural history.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stone Town is also the birthplace of legendary rock musician Freddie Mercury of Queen. The House of Wonders, Old Fort, Sultan's Palace, & the former slave market are unmissable historical sites.

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Old Fort
Built by Omani Arabs in 1699
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House of Wonders
Zanzibar's largest building
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Slave Market
Powerful historical memorial
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Freddie Mercury House
Birthplace of Queen's frontman
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Zanzibar's Most Beautiful Beaches

From lively beach bars to secluded coves Zanzibar has a beach for every mood and traveler.

Most Popular

Nungwi Beach

North tip โ€ข Vibrant & Lively โ€ข Coral reef snorkeling

Best Sunsets

Kendwa Beach

Northwest โ€ข Calm waters โ€ข Full moon parties

Secluded Paradise

Matemwe Beach

Northeast โ€ข Quiet & luxurious โ€ข Ngezi Forest nearby

Kite Surfing Hub

Paje Beach

Southeast โ€ข Kitesurfing โ€ข Backpacker friendly

Dolphin Watching

Kizimkazi

South โ€ข Swim with dolphins โ€ข Historic mosque

Turtle Sanctuary

Prison Island

Near Stone Town โ€ข Giant tortoises โ€ข Snorkeling

Cloves & Cinnamon

Learn how cloves are harvested and dried Zanzibar once supplied 90% of the world's cloves.

Spice Farm

Cardamom & Nutmeg

Discover rare cardamom pods and the nutmeg tree whose seed produces both nutmeg and mace.

Spice Farm

Vanilla & Cocoa

Taste fresh vanilla pods and see the cocoa pods from which chocolate is made a revelation!

Zanzibar Spices

Tropical Fruits

Taste jackfruit, passion fruit, soursop, star fruit and more directly from the tree in their prime.

Spice Farm

Zanzibar Tour Itineraries

From quick beach escapes to deep cultural immersions find your perfect Zanzibar package.

3-Day Zanzibar
Weekend Escape
โญ 4.8 (94 reviews)

3-Day Zanzibar Beach & Stone Town

From
$650
per person
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 3 Days ๐Ÿ๏ธ Beach & Culture ๐Ÿจ 3-Star Resort

A perfect short escape combining the historic magic of Stone Town with sun-drenched beach relaxation. Arrive, explore the UNESCO heritage old town, then unwind on Nungwi's pristine shores.

โœ“ Stone Town Walking Tour โœ“ Nungwi Beach โœ“ Hotel Transfers
1
Arrival โ†’ Stone Town Tour

Airport arrival, hotel check-in, guided Stone Town walking tour including Old Fort, House of Wonders, spice market and waterfront sunset.

2
Prison Island & Nungwi Beach

Morning boat to Prison Island for giant tortoise encounter and snorkeling. Afternoon transfer to Nungwi for beach relaxation and dhow sunset cruise.

3
Beach Leisure โ†’ Departure

Free morning on the beach, late check-out, transfer to airport for departure flight.

5-Day Zanzibar Paradise
Best Seller โญ
โญ 5.0 (128 reviews)

5-Day Zanzibar Paradise Escape

From
$1,200
per person
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 5 Days ๐ŸŒด Full Experience ๐Ÿจ 4-Star Resort ๐Ÿคฟ Snorkeling

The ultimate Zanzibar experience โ€” Stone Town history, spice farm aromas, dolphin swimming, beach relaxation and a magical dhow sunset cruise. This package covers the very best of the Spice Island.

โœ“ Stone Town Tour โœ“ Spice Farm โœ“ Dolphin Swim โœ“ Prison Island โœ“ Dhow Cruise
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Arrival โ†’ Stone Town

Airport pickup, check-in at Stone Town boutique hotel, guided heritage walking tour and sunset at the famous Forodhani Gardens night food market.

2
Spice Farm & Prison Island

Morning spice farm tour โ€” taste and smell exotic spices. Afternoon boat to Prison Island to meet 200-year-old giant Aldabra tortoises and snorkel the coral reef.

3
Transfer to Nungwi + Beach Day

Check into beachfront 4-star resort in Nungwi. Afternoon beach swimming, snorkeling over coral reefs, and a spectacular sunset dhow cruise with Swahili cocktails.

4
Kizimkazi Dolphin Tour

Early morning drive to Kizimkazi to swim with wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Afternoon return and free time on the beach.

5
Leisure โ†’ Departure

Final morning on the beach, checkout, and airport transfer for departure flight.

7-Day Luxury Zanzibar
Luxury Experience
โญ 5.0 (67 reviews)

7-Day Ultimate Zanzibar Luxury

From
$2,400
per person
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 7 Days ๐ŸŒŸ 5-Star Luxury ๐Ÿคฟ Scuba Diving ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Full Board

The pinnacle of Zanzibar luxury โ€” 5-star overwater bungalow, private diving excursions to Mnemba Atoll, exclusive spice plantation dinner, private dhow charter and personalized butler service throughout.

โœ“ 5-Star Overwater Villa โœ“ Mnemba Atoll Diving โœ“ Private Dhow Charter โœ“ Spice Plantation Dinner โœ“ Butler Service โœ“ Full Board
1
Private Airport Transfer โ†’ 5-Star Resort Check-In

VIP airport welcome, private transfer to luxury overwater villa resort. Welcome champagne, butler introduction and evening beach dinner.

2
Private Stone Town Heritage Tour

Private guided tour of Stone Town's UNESCO heritage sites. Visit former sultan's palace, slave market memorial, spice bazaar, and Freddie Mercury's birthplace.

3
Mnemba Atoll Scuba Diving

Full day private diving excursion to the famous Mnemba Atoll โ€” home to sea turtles, dolphins, rays, and hundreds of fish species in crystal clear 30m+ visibility.

4
Spice Plantation & Gourmet Dinner

Private spice farm tour followed by an exclusive Swahili cooking class and candlelit plantation dinner under the stars.

5
Private Dhow Sailing Charter

Full day on your private traditional dhow โ€” sail, snorkel, fish, enjoy onboard lunch and watch the sunset from the water with Swahili cocktails.

6
Kizimkazi Dolphin & Ngezi Forest

Morning dolphin encounter at Kizimkazi, afternoon visit to Ngezi Forest Reserve to spot the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey โ€” found only here.

7
Farewell Breakfast โ†’ Private Airport Transfer

Leisurely breakfast, spa treatment, farewell gift of local spices, private airport transfer.

Safari + Zanzibar
๐ŸŒ Most Complete
โญ 5.0 (89 reviews)

10-Day Tanzania Safari + Zanzibar Beach Combo

From
$3,450
per person
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 10 Days ๐Ÿฆ Safari + Beach ๐ŸŒ Best of Tanzania โœˆ๏ธ All Transfers

The most popular Tanzania combination โ€” 5 days of thrilling safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, followed by 4 nights relaxing on Zanzibar's stunning beaches. The perfect contrast of bush and beach.

โœ“ Serengeti Game Drives โœ“ Ngorongoro Crater โœ“ Zanzibar 4 Nights โœ“ Charter Flight to Zanzibar โœ“ All Inclusive

Things to Do in Zanzibar

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Scuba Diving

Mnemba Atoll is one of East Africa's premier dive sites with incredible visibility and marine biodiversity.

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Dolphin Watching

Swim with wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins in the warm waters off Kizimkazi village.

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Kitesurfing

Paje Beach is one of the world's best kitesurfing destinations with consistent Indian Ocean winds.

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Dhow Sailing

Sail on a traditional Swahili dhow at sunset โ€” one of the most romantic experiences in Africa.

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Turtle Sanctuary

Visit Prison Island's giant Aldabra tortoise sanctuary โ€” some residents are over 200 years old!

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Street Food Tour

Forodhani Gardens night market: Zanzibar pizza, grilled octopus, Urojo soup and fresh juices.

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Colobus Monkey Walk

Spot the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey โ€” found only here โ€” in Jozani Forest Reserve.

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Cultural Experiences

Taarab music shows, henna artistry, cooking classes and Swahili language lessons.

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Let us craft your perfect Zanzibar escape โ€” whether it's a romantic honeymoon, family holiday, or a post-safari beach reward.

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