Tanzania · Beach & Island

4-Day Zanzibar Beach Holiday with Mnemba Dolphins and Stone Town

4 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Island Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Swim with dolphins around Mnemba Island
02 Snorkel in crystal-clear tropical waters
03 Explore Stone Town on a guided UNESCO heritage walk
04 Visit Prison Island and relax on Nakupenda Sandbank

Discover Zanzibar on this 4-day beach holiday combining dolphin swimming around Mnemba Island, snorkelling in crystal-clear waters, a guided Stone Town UNESCO walk, Prison Island tortoises, and the pristine Nakupenda Sandbank with a seafood lunch. Relax in beachfront accommodation, explore history, culture, and tropical marine life, and enjoy seamless transport, expert guiding, and thoughtful hospitality throughout. This curated journey balances adventure, heritage, and time to unwind beside the ocean under warm island skies for a memorable Zanzibar escape.

Enjoy the chance to swim with dolphins in their natural habitat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Zanzibar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Zanzibar and Beachfront Relaxation

Arrive at Zanzibar International Airport and meet your private guide.
Transfer to your beachfront hotel for check-in and a welcome briefing.
Spend the afternoon relaxing, walking along the beach, or swimming in the Indian Ocean.
Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring Zanzibari flavours and unwind for the evening.

Day 02

Mnemba Island Dolphin Experience and Snorkelling

Wake up early in preparation for the dolphin experience.
Get picked up at 5:45 AM and drive to Muyuni Beach.
Board a private boat and head towards the Mnemba Island area.
Enjoy the chance to swim with dolphins in their natural habitat.
Snorkel around colourful coral reefs with tropical marine life.
Return to Muyuni Beach and transfer back to the hotel for lunch and relaxation.

Day 03

Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank and Stone Town

Enjoy breakfast and depart at 8:30 AM for Stone Town beach.
Take a boat to Prison Island to see giant Aldabra tortoises and historic ruins.
Swim and snorkel in the surrounding clear waters.
Continue by boat to Nakupenda Sandbank for beach time and a seafood lunch.
Return to Stone Town and begin the guided UNESCO Heritage walking tour.
Visit the Old Fort, the former slave market, and the Freddy Mercury Museum.
Enjoy time for shopping and local souvenirs before returning to the hotel.

Day 04

Departure from Zanzibar

All good things must come to an end, and your time with us on safari in Tanzania will now draw to a close.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, savouring the final moments of your Zanzibar beach holiday.
Spend the morning relaxing on the beach, taking a final swim in the Indian Ocean, or simply enjoying the tropical ambiance.
We're sure that you've had a wonderful time. We thank you for travelling with us, and we will be happy to host you again next time.
Check out from your accommodation and prepare for departure.
Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight.