Itinerary

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.