5-Day Zanzibar Culture and Beach Exploration
Highlights
Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam
boating, nature, photography
Private Tour
5 Days
Easy
English, French, Spanish
Description
Explore the beauty and culture of Zanzibar over 5 enriching days. Begin with a guided tour of historic Stone Town, visit ancient sites and local markets, and enjoy rooftop sunsets. Discover the giant tortoises and serene beaches of Prison Island. Bask in the sun and snorkel at the pristine Nakupenda Sandbank. Sail on a traditional dhow during a full-day Safari Blue adventure with seafood feasts and coral reef snorkeling. End your journey with an early morning dolphin encounter off Kizimkazi’s coast.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival and Stone Town Tour
- Arrive at Zanzibar Airport or your hotel.
Settle in at your hotel in or near Stone Town.
Begin a guided walking tour of Stone Town.
Visit the Old Fort, House of Wonders, Darajani Market, Freddie Mercury’s House, and the Sultan’s Palace Museum.
Learn about the island’s history of trade, slavery, and cultural influences.
Watch the sunset from a rooftop such as Emerson on Hurumzi or take an optional sunset dhow cruise.
Dine and stay overnight in Stone Town.
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Day 2: Prison Island and Relaxation
- Depart by boat from Stone Town harbor to Prison Island.
Encounter Aldabra giant tortoises and explore historical prison ruins.
Snorkel in the coral reefs surrounding the island (optional).
Enjoy a relaxed lunch either packed or from island vendors.
Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the clear waters.
Return to Stone Town in the late afternoon.
Visit Forodhani Gardens Night Food Market to sample local cuisine.
Stay overnight in Stone Town.
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Day 3: Nakupenda Paradise and Marine Wonders
- Depart by boat to Nakupenda Beach sandbank.
Relax on white sands and swim in turquoise waters.
Snorkel in the crystal-clear surrounding waters.
Indulge in a freshly prepared seafood BBQ lunch on the sandbank.
Continue relaxing until the tide begins to rise.
Return to Stone Town in the late afternoon.
Enjoy a leisurely dinner at a local restaurant.
Stay overnight in Stone Town.
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Day 4: Safari Blue Adventure
- Embark on a full-day Safari Blue excursion.
Sail in a traditional dhow through Zanzibar’s southern waters.
Snorkel at vibrant coral reefs.
Visit sandbanks and swim in clear lagoons.
Explore the mangrove ecosystems.
Enjoy a seafood lunch prepared on one of the sandbanks.
Taste tropical fruits freshly cut and served.
Return to your accommodation in the late afternoon.
Dine and relax in the evening.
Stay overnight in Stone Town.
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Day 5: Dolphin Tour and Departure
- Depart early for a dolphin tour at Kizimkazi.
Observe wild dolphins and optionally swim nearby.
Return from the tour mid-morning.
Shop for souvenirs or relax at a cafe depending on your flight time.
Transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your departure.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |