5 Days Zanzibar Beach Escape

5 Days Zanzibar Beach Escape

Slow days, spice farms and warm water.

5 days Mid-range to luxury Zanzibar
Duration5 days
ComfortMid-range to luxury
GroupPrivate, 1–12 guests
Best timeJun–Oct and Dec–Feb

Stone Town, a spice tour and beach days on Zanzibar's coast, with room to add dolphins, snorkelling or a dhow sunset.

This itinerary is a starting point. Your route, pace and accommodation can be adjusted to suit your dates, interests and budget.

  • Stone Town heritage walk
  • Spice farm tour
  • Snorkelling at Mnemba or Kizimkazi
  • Dhow sunset cruise

Day by day

  1. Day1

    Arrive in Zanzibar

    Stone Town
    Airport transfer and a guided walk through Stone Town.
    Boutique hotel in Stone Town
    Breakfast
  2. Day2

    Spice tour

    Zanzibar
    Half-day spice farm visit, then transfer to your beach hotel.
    Beach hotel
    Breakfast
  3. Day3

    Beach day

    Zanzibar coast
    Free day — optional snorkelling or dolphin tour.
    Beach hotel
    Breakfast
  4. Day4

    Dhow sunset cruise

    Zanzibar coast
    Relax by the sea, then an evening sail.
    Beach hotel
    Breakfast
  5. Day5

    Departure

    Zanzibar
    Transfer to the airport.
    Breakfast

Included

  • Airport and port transfers
  • Accommodation as listed (bed and breakfast unless stated)
  • Guided Stone Town and spice tours where listed
  • All activities listed in the itinerary
  • Government taxes

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches, dinners and drinks unless listed
  • Tips
  • Optional activities and diving

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