This Zanzibar beach holiday is a fully immersive island adventure combining wildlife, marine excursions, cultural heritage, and tropical relaxation. Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago off the coast of Tanzania in East Africa, consisting of islands such as Unguja (Zanzibar Island) and Pemba, with its capital, Zanzibar City, located on Unguja.
Zanzibar’s history is shaped by centuries of global trade routes, once serving as a major hub for spice and slave trading. Its culture is a fusion of African, Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences. The historic Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for narrow winding streets, carved doors, vibrant markets, and colonial-era architecture.
This itinerary blends beach relaxation with high-energy excursions such as Safari Blue, Jozani Forest, Prison Island, dolphin snorkeling, sandbank picnics, and optional mainland safari day trips to Selous and Mikumi. All ground movements in Zanzibar are handled via comfortable pop-up roof minivan transfers.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, this is one of the most complete Zanzibar adventure packages available.
Safari Blue full-day ocean excursion
Sandbank picnic experience
Jozani Forest red colobus monkeys
Prison Island giant tortoise visit
Dolphin & snorkeling experience
Nungwi village cultural tour
Spice farm tour & Swahili cooking class
Optional Selous Game Reserve day safari
Optional Mikumi National Park day trip


Arrive from Nairobi and transfer into Zanzibar via coordinated travel route.
Meet your guide and travel in a pop-up roof minivan to Stone Town.
Explore Stone Town, learning about its UNESCO-listed history, spice trade legacy, and multicultural influences from African, Arab, Indian, and European settlers.
Walk through markets, narrow alleys, and historic buildings.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 750 km equivalent journey + flight/sea transfer | 12–14 hours total logistics
Meal Plan: Dinner


After breakfast, head for the Safari Blue full-day boat experience.
Sail through turquoise waters, visit sandbanks, and snorkel in coral-rich areas.
Enjoy a seafood BBQ lunch on a sandbank and watch for dolphins in their natural habitat.
This is one of Zanzibar’s most iconic marine adventures.
Transport Distance & Time: Boat + coastal transfers | 6–8 hours activity
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Visit Jozani Forest, home to rare red colobus monkeys and mangrove ecosystems.
Walk nature trails while learning about Zanzibar’s biodiversity.
Continue to a spice farm to explore cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and local herbal plants.
End the day with a Swahili cooking class, learning traditional island dishes.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 40 km | 2–3 hours transfers
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Take a boat trip to Prison Island, famous for giant tortoises and historical ruins.
Enjoy snorkeling and beach exploration.
In the afternoon, visit Nungwi village, experiencing local fishing culture, dhow boat building, and coastal life.
Relax on northern beaches in the evening.
Transport Distance & Time: Boat + 50 km land transfers | 4–6 hours activity
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Early morning optional flight/transfer for a Selous Game Reserve day safari or Mikumi National Park day trip, offering wildlife sightings including elephants, lions, zebras, and giraffes.
Return to Zanzibar in the afternoon for beach relaxation or enjoy optional activities such as snorkeling or a 5-hour dolphin & sea turtle aquarium experience.
Transport Distance & Time: Variable (flight + safari transfers) | 6–10 hours activity
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


After breakfast, check out and transfer back to Nairobi via coordinated travel logistics.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon or evening, marking the end of your Zanzibar beach holiday adventure.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 750 km equivalent return journey | 12–14 hours total logistics
Meal Plan: Breakfast
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 |