9-Days Zanzibar Beach Escape

Welcome to Zanzibar! Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, meet your professional host and transfer to your hotel in Stone Town, the island’s cultural heartbeat. After check-in, head for an enchanting evening walk through Stone Town’s winding alleys and straight into the vibrant Forodhani Gardens Night Market where fresh seafood, grilled meats, Swahili bites, and Zanzibar pizza await.

Overnight in Stone Town

Optional Experiences:

• Private rooftop dinner with coastal views
• Guided night food tasting tour

Start your day with a Spice Plantation tour, where you’ll see, touch, and taste a wide array of tropical spices, from cinnamon to cardamom, and enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour of Stone Town’s UNESCO World Heritage site discover old architecture, cultural tales, and local artistry.

By evening, board a traditional dhow to Changuu Island (Prison Island), home to ancient giant tortoises and turquoise waters perfect for relaxing and snorkeling.

Overnight in Stone Town

Optional Experiences:

• Traditional drumming session
• Sunset cocktails from a rooftop bar

Check out of Stone Town and head for the Blue Safari one of Zanzibar’s most celebrated excursions. Sail in a handcrafted dhow, snorkel over vibrant coral gardens, swim in hidden lagoons, and enjoy a fresh seafood BBQ lunch on a pristine sandbank.

Later, transfer to your North Coast beach hotel for check-in, relaxation, and overnight.

Overnight in Nungwi or Kendwa

Optional Experiences:

• Sunset beach walk
• Dhow sailing basics workshop

A day of barefoot bliss. Lounge by the ocean, cool off in the pool, sip fresh coconut under a palm tree, or indulge in a full-body massage.

Overnight in Nungwi or Kendwa

Optional Experiences:

• Scuba diving session (PADI-certified)
• Romantic beach dinner under lanterns

Start early for Mnemba Atoll, where you'll snorkel among bright corals and colorful reef fish. Spot and possibly swim with wild dolphins, then stop at a sandbank for BBQ seafood and tropical fruits.

On return, enjoy a visit to a local turtle sanctuary, then wind down with a sunset dhow cruise, floating along the coast as the sky turns gold.

Overnight in Nungwi or Kendwa

Optional Experiences:

• Local dhow sailing race (subject to season)
• Visit to the Nungwi fishing village

After breakfast, check out and journey south. En route, explore Jozani Forest, a tropical sanctuary where rare Red Colobus Monkeys leap from tree to tree and mangrove walkways wind through serene wetlands.

Arrive at your South Coast beach hotel, where the vibe is peaceful and secluded. Spend the rest of your day at leisure.

Overnight in Kizimkazi, Paje, or Michamvi

Optional Experiences:

• Kayaking through mangroves
• Visit to Makunduchi cultural village

Savor the serenity of Zanzibar’s South. Watch dhows drift past, join a yoga class, or dive into turquoise waters. You’ll have the option to join water activities or simply relax your way.

Overnight in Southern Coast Beach Hotel

Optional Experiences:

• Swahili cooking class
• Paddleboarding in calm lagoons

Savor the serenity of Zanzibar’s South. Watch dhows drift past, join a yoga class, or dive into turquoise waters. You’ll have the option to join water activities or simply relax your way.

Overnight in Southern Coast Beach Hotel

Optional Experiences:

• Swahili cooking class
• Paddleboarding in calm lagoons

After your final island breakfast, check out and enjoy a smooth transfer to Zanzibar Airport or Ferry Terminal. Carry with you memories of paradise, cultural flavors, and peaceful moments that only Zanzibar can give.