Not everyone wants a safari attached to their Zanzibar trip. This standalone package splits seven days evenly between Stone Town’s culture and history and genuine beach time, for travellers treating the island as the entire destination.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Zanzibar’s airport, transferring to accommodation in or near Stone Town.
Arrive Zanzibar, Stone Town
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeZanzibar Serena Hotel
LuxuryPark Hyatt Zanzibar
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
A full-day guided walking tour through Stone Town’s winding streets, carved doorways, the old slave market memorial, and local markets.
Stone Town Walking Tour
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A guided tour of a working spice plantation, tasting and identifying cloves, nutmeg, vanilla and cinnamon.
Spice Farm Tour
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
A drive to the north coast, checking into a beach resort for the second half of the trip.
Transfer to the North Coast
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeZanzibar Bay Resort
LuxuryBaraza Resort & Spa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
A free day on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, with optional snorkelling.
Beach Day at Leisure
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A further beach day with an optional sunset dhow cruise along the coastline.
Second Beach Day, Optional Sunset Dhow Cruise
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
Transfer to Zanzibar’s airport for your onward international flight.
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Permits & Costs
| Stone Town guided tour & spice farm tour | Included in package price |
| Sunset dhow cruise (optional) | ~$50 per person |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers whose primary trip is a Zanzibar holiday in its own right, not an extension of a mainland safari.Tour Includes
- Stone Town guided walking tour & spice farm tour
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Ground transfers on the island
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Sunset dhow cruise (if selected)
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance