Zanzibar Explorer – 4 Days / 3 Nights



Zanzibar Explorer – 4 Days / 3 Nights
Start & End: Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Best for: Couples, families, cultural travelers, beach lovers
Itinerary Overview
Explore the rich history of Stone Town, sail through the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, discover aromatic spice plantations, trek through the lush Jozani Forest, and unwind on pristine white-sand beaches. This package offers both cultural depth and pure island bliss.
Highlights:
- Guided tour of Stone Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Prison Island to see giant Aldabra tortoises
- Full-day Safari Blue dhow cruise with snorkeling & seafood BBQ
- Spice farm tour & tasting session
- Jozani Forest walk with Red Colobus monkey spotting
- Free time for beach relaxation or spa treatments
Day 1: Arrival + Stone Town Walking Tour
Activities:
- Airport pickup & transfer to Stone Town hotel
- Welcome drink & check-in
- Afternoon guided Stone Town tour:
- Old Slave Market
- Sultan’s Palace
- House of Wonders
- Local market & alley exploration
- Sunset dinner at a rooftop Swahili restaurant (optional add-on)
Meals: None (Dinner optional)
Overnight: Tembo House Hotel / Maru Maru Hotel / Similar (Stone Town)
Day 2: Prison Island & Spice Farm Tour
Activities:
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning boat ride to Prison Island (Changuu):
- Explore former prison ruins
- Interact with 100+ year-old Aldabra tortoises
- Optional snorkelling in crystal-clear waters
- Return to mainland for spice farm visit near Kizimbani:
- Learn about cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla
- Taste tropical fruits, spice teas, and local cuisine
- Late afternoon return to hotel
Meals: Breakfast, light lunch at spice farm
Overnight: Same hotel in Stone Town
Day 3: Safari Blue Dhow Cruise (Full-Day Marine Adventure)
Activities:
- Transfer to Fumba village
- Sail in a traditional wooden dhow to Menai Bay
- Snorkel in coral reefs, visit sandbanks, dolphin spotting (seasonal)
- Seafood BBQ lunch on Kwale Island
- Explore 500-year-old baobab tree & blue lagoon
- Return to hotel in late afternoon
Meals: Breakfast, seafood lunch
Overnight: Transfer to beachfront hotel in Nungwi / Kendwa / Paje (based on preference)
Day 4: Jozani Forest Walk + Departure
Activities:
- Breakfast at beach hotel
- Visit Jozani Forest Reserve:
- Guided nature walk through the only national park on Zanzibar
- Encounter the endangered Red Colobus monkeys
- Walk through the mangrove boardwalks
- Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure (timing based on flight)
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included:
- 3 nights’ accommodation (1–2 nights Stone Town, 1–2 nights beach hotel)
- Daily breakfast + 2 lunches
- All entry fees: Stone Town, Prison Island, Spice Farm, Safari Blue, Jozani Forest
- Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Private transport throughout
- English-speaking licensed guides
- Snorkeling gear for marine excursions
What’s Excluded:
- Dinner meals (can be arranged at beachfront restaurants or hotels)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks)
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional spa or water sports activities
Price:
Standard | $690 | $570 | $520 |
Mid-Range | $870 | $690 | $640 |
Luxury | $1280 | $1050 | $980 |