Tanzania · Culture

4-Day Zanzibar Tour with Stone Town, Spice Plantations and Safari Blue

4 Days Round trip from Stone Town Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historic sites of Stone Town, including the former slave market and House of Wonder
02 Discover aromatic spices and tropical fruits on the Spice Tour
03 Cruise Menai Bay on a traditional dhow during the Safari Blue excursion
04 Spot dolphins and snorkel vibrant coral reefs
05 Enjoy a seafood barbecue on Kwale Island with fresh local dishes

Experience the best of Zanzibar in 4 days with a guided tour of Stone Town's historic sites, including the former slave market and the House of Wonder. Discover the island's aromatic spice plantations and tropical fruits on an afternoon Spice Tour. Enjoy the stunning marine beauty of Menai Bay on the Safari Blue excursion, featuring a traditional dhow cruise, dolphin sightings, snorkelling, and a delicious seafood barbecue on Kwale Island.

Experience the best of Zanzibar in 4 days with a guided tour of Stone Town's historic sites, including the former slave market and the House of Wonder.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Zanzibar

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Zanzibar and Transfer to Stone Town

Arrive at Zanzibar airport or seaport.
Transfer to Stone Town.
Check in at Tembo Hotel or similar accommodation with a sea-view or pool-view room.
Rest and explore Stone Town at leisure.

Accommodation: Tembo Hotel or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 02

Stone Town Heritage Tour and Spice Plantation Visit

Begin the Stone Town tour at 9:00 AM.
Visit historical sites, including the former slave market site, now an Anglican church built in 1871.
Explore the town market, Zanzibar Memorial Museum, House of Wonder (Beit-Al-Ajab), Old Arab Fort, Palace Museum, and Old Indian Dispensary (Cultural Centre).
Have lunch (own arrangements or nearby options).
Depart at 2:00 PM for the Spice Tour.
Discover tropical fruits, spice plantations, and diverse flora.
Visit Kidichi Bath, built in 1850 by the first Sultan for his wife Sheharzad.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tembo Hotel or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 03

Safari Blue Dhow Cruise in Menai Bay

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Fumba Village, 25 minutes from Stone Town.
Board a traditional wooden dhow for the Safari Blue experience in the Menai Bay Conservation Area.
Cruise by sail and enjoy dolphin sightings.
Swim at pristine sandbanks and snorkel coral reefs.
Visit Kwale Island for a seafood barbecue including fish, lobster, calamari, chicken, coconut rice, and fresh seasonal fruits.
Enjoy cold sodas, mineral water, and beer.
Return to Fumba by lateen sail and transfer back to the hotel.
Prepare for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tembo Hotel or similar on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 04