7-Days Zanzibar Tour
Tour Overview
Whether you're looking for cultural discovery, nature immersion, or coastal serenity, Zanzibar offers unforgettable experiences for every traveler.
Zanzibar tours are fully operational in mid‑2025. Once you've purchased the compulsory $44 USD travel insurance before arrival, you can choose from a wide range of local, community focused tour operators offering curated experiences from cultural guided walks in Stone Town to spice farm visits and forest nature tours all easily booked through reputable agencies or trusted platforms. Be aware of enthusiastic sales pitches around tourist sites, and consider supporting local guides for authentic and ethical travel experiences.
Itinerary
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Arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.
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Immerse yourself in a guided tour through the winding alleys, admiring landmarks like the House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Sultan’s Palace Museum
- A stroll through Forodhani Gardens at sunset offers a taste of local street food culture
- Morning trip to Prison Island (Changuu) to see giant tortoises and enjoy light snorkeling.
- Afternoon relax on the picturesque Nakupenda Beach with opportunities for swimming and sunbathing
- Visit a spice farm to learn why Zanzibar is called the "Spice Island" (think cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla!)
- Proceed to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park to encounter the rare red colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove ecosystems.
- Head to the north coast: relax at Nungwi, Kendwa, or Matemwe beaches with their soft sands and tranquil waters
- In the evening, enjoy Nungwi’s famous sunset and vibrant local night scene.
- Full day adventure at Mnemba Atoll—snorkel among coral reefs, colorful fish, turtles, and possibly dolphins.
- Many tours include a picnic on a secluded sandbank or even lunch on Mnemba Island.
- Early morning dolphin-watching in Kizimkazi, with the option to swim alongside these playful creatures
- Afternoon Safari Blue trip: explore Menai Bay, visit Kwale Island, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a seafood BBQ on a sandbank.
- Last morning to shop for spices, fabric, and crafts or unwind at the beach or hotel spa.
- In some variations, this day includes a final spice tour and Jozani Forest visit before departure
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