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Zanzibar 9 Days / 8 Nights

An extended beach holiday with the best excursions

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$1,430/ person

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  • Hotel pickup can be arranged
  • Local Zanzibari guides
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Overview

What to expect

Nine days to explore and unwind: Safari Blue, mangrove kayaking, the cultural day, Jozani Forest, dolphins — and two relaxing beach days in Nungwi.

Booking is simple: send us an enquiry and we'll reply with three options — 5-star, 4-star and 3-star hotels — so you can choose the one that fits your budget.

Highlights

Why you'll love it

  • Safari Blue
  • Mangrove kayaking
  • Stone Town & Prison Island
  • Jozani Forest
  • Mnemba dolphins

Itinerary

Day by day

  1. 1

    Day 1 — Arrival & transfer to your hotel

    • Arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
    • Our driver waits just outside arrivals with your name on a sign
    • Send us your flight details when you confirm — the transfer is included
  2. 2

    Day 2 — Full-day Safari Blue

    • Sail around mangroves and snorkel in Menai Bay, one of Zanzibar's best coral reefs
    • Kwale Island lagoon, sandbank relaxing, swimming & snorkelling
    • Fresh seafood BBQ — octopus, lobster, squid, calamari and fish
    • Tropical fruit tasting
  3. 3

    Day 3 — Mangrove kayaking

    • Paddle through natural mangrove forest
    • Spot marine life in crystal clear water
    • Expert guides explain why mangroves matter
    • Fresh local fruits on the way
  4. 4

    Day 4 — Stone Town, Spice Farm & Prison Island

    • Taste and smell the spices of Zanzibar — cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves
    • Discover Stone Town's history and culture with a local guide
    • Spiced rice lunch at the farm with tropical fruits
    • Meet the Aldabra giant tortoises on Prison Island
  5. 5

    Day 5 — Jozani Forest & move to Nungwi

    • Check out of your south-coast hotel
    • Visit Jozani Forest to meet the red colobus monkeys on the way
    • Check in to your hotel in Nungwi or Kendwa
  6. 6

    Day 6 — Beach day

    • No activities planned — enjoy your hotel and the beach
    • Want more? Add any excursion from our list
  7. 7

    Day 7 — Beach day

    • No activities planned — enjoy your hotel and the beach
    • Want more? Add any excursion from our list
  8. 8

    Day 8 — Half day — Mnemba dolphins & snorkelling

    • Swim with dolphins and take stunning photos
    • Snorkel among colourful fish and coral around Mnemba Atoll
    • Discover the north-east coast and Matemwe beach
  9. 9

    Day 9 — Transfer to the airport — kwaheri!

    • After nine days in Zanzibar it's time to fly home
    • Your driver picks you up from the hotel based on your flight time
    • Leave with lots of memories and a few souvenirs too

What's included

  • Accommodation
  • Return airport – hotel transfers
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Transport during excursions
  • Entrance fees
  • Drinking water on excursions
  • Professional driver/guide
  • All taxes and VAT
  • Local SIM card

Zanzibar 9 Days / 8 Nights

$1,430/ person

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