The ultimate Zanzibar beach itinerary — Stone Town's UNESCO heritage, Prison Island giant tortoises, fragrant spice farms, Nungwi & Kendwa beach resort stay, world-class Mnemba Atoll snorkeling, and a sunset dhow cruise. Book your 2026/2027 Zanzibar holiday today!
Get Your Zanzibar QuoteA perfectly paced beach haven combining cultural tours, Prison Island, marine excursions, and coastal relaxation.
Get Package Details on WhatsAppUNESCO World Heritage Site — wander coral-stone alleys, admire carved Zanzibari doors, visit the Old Fort, Palace Museum, and the Anglican Cathedral.
Touch, smell, and taste cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla growing right on the trees. Includes a traditional Swahili lunch.
A 20-minute boat ride to Changuu Island. Hand-feed giant Aldabra tortoises — some over 150 years old.
Two nights at a beachfront resort on Zanzibar's northern tip — tide-free swimming in turquoise waters.
World-class snorkeling in a marine conservation area with brilliant coral reefs and wild dolphin sightings.
Glide along the coastline on a traditional wooden sailing boat as the sky turns gold and crimson.
Stone Town → Spice Farm → Prison Island → Nungwi/Kendwa → Mnemba Atoll → Departure
Morning: Airport pickup and transfer to Stone Town. Guided walking tour through the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Midday: Spice farm tour — learn about cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, and enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch.
Evening: Forodhani Gardens night market for fresh seafood and Zanzibari street food.
Morning: Boat ride to Prison Island (Changuu). Hand-feed giant Aldabra tortoises and explore the old quarantine ruins.
Afternoon: Scenic drive to Nungwi or Kendwa. Check into your beachfront resort.
Evening: Dinner by the water with ocean breeze and coastal ambiance.
Morning: Half-day boat trip to Mnemba Atoll — world-class snorkeling, coral reefs, and dolphin watching.
Afternoon: Beach relaxation — swim in turquoise waters, get a beachside massage.
Evening: Sunset dhow cruise gliding along the coastline.
Morning: Hearty breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean. Final beach stroll or souvenir shopping.
Afternoon: Private transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight.
Zanzibar is a year-round destination. Here's what to expect each month.
Fly into Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). We include airport pickup and drop-off in all packages.
~1.5 hours from Arusha Airport (ARK)
~20 minutes from Dar es Salaam (DAR)
~2-3 hours direct from Serengeti
~15 min to Stone Town | ~1.5 hrs to Nungwi/Kendwa
Transparent pricing for your Zanzibar holiday. Choose the tier that matches your travel style.
Comfortable guesthouses, shared tours, local meals, airport transfers included.
Boutique hotels, upgraded beach resort, private guide option, quality dining.
5-star beachfront resorts, private boat for Mnemba Atoll, fine dining throughout.
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Start Planning Your Trip"The 4-day Zanzibar beach itinerary was absolutely perfect. Stone Town was fascinating, the Prison Island Tour was a highlight — feeding those giant tortoises! Mnemba Atoll snorkeling was world-class."
"The spice farm tour was so hands-on and the traditional lunch was the best meal of our trip. Nungwi beach is paradise — white sand, warm turquoise water, no tides. Highly recommend."
Common questions about our Zanzibar beach itinerary. Have more questions? WhatsApp us!
Ask Us Anything on WhatsAppThe itinerary includes Stone Town walking tour, spice farm tour with Swahili lunch, Prison Island Tour with giant tortoises, 3 nights accommodation, Mnemba Atoll snorkeling with dolphin watching, sunset dhow cruise, airport transfers, and daily breakfast. From $1,200–$2,800 per person.
Yes, wild dolphins are frequently spotted during Mnemba Atoll snorkeling trips. This marine conservation area is one of the best places in East Africa for dolphin watching.
Both are excellent. Nungwi is livelier with more restaurants and bars, while Kendwa offers a wider beach with less tidal variation. Both have stunning sunsets.
June to October (dry season) and December to February (warm and sunny) are the best times. Our packages run year-round.
Absolutely! Our Safari & Zanzibar combo packages are our most popular offering. Experience Tanzania's wildlife then fly to Zanzibar for beach relaxation.
Our Tanzania specialists will create a personalised bespoke proposal with detailed pricing within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure.
