5 days zanzibar tour
Trip Overview
5 Days Zanzibar Tour
- Rich Cultural Heritage: Explore Stone Town’s maze-like streets, historical buildings, and vibrant markets reflecting Zanzibar’s Swahili and Arab influences.
- Beautiful Beaches: Enjoy stunning beaches with soft white sands and clear turquoise waters, perfect for relaxation and water activities like snorkeling and diving.
- Spice Tours: Discover the island’s spice plantations and learn about Zanzibar’s history as the “Spice Island,” famous for cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, and more.
- Marine Life: Encounter diverse marine life while snorkeling or diving, including colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, and sometimes dolphins and turtles.
- Warm Hospitality: Experience the warmth and hospitality of the locals, known for their welcoming nature and rich cultural traditions
Day 1: Welcome To Zanzibar!
Breathe easy as you arrive in Zanzibar. Our driver will be at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, ready to pick you up and drop you at your hotel – Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection. Enjoy a delightful dinner at the hotel and rest for the night.
Day 2: Stone Town Exploration and Prison Island
After breakfast, leave the hotel for a drive to Stone Town in Unguja. Unravel Stone Town’s rich history on a guided tour, exploring its narrow streets, bustling markets, the House of Wonders, the Sultan’s Palace, and the Old Fort. Visit the former slave market site to understand its complex past.
Late in the morning, set sail for a historical adventure on Prison Island. Learn about its intriguing past as a prison and quarantine station, and meet the island’s famous giant tortoises. Enjoy the serene beaches and clear waters. After your island adventure, return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Day 3: Jozani Forest and Spice Tour
Today, explore Zanzibar’s natural beauty. Start with a one-hour drive to Jozani Forest, the island’s largest remaining forest. Spot rare red colobus monkeys and walk through the Mangrove Boardwalk to see the unique mangrove ecosystem.
Later, visit a local spice farm for a Spice Tour. Learn about Zanzibar’s spice history and smell fresh vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves. End your day with a meal at The Rock, a special restaurant on a rock in the Indian Ocean with stunning views and tasty seafood. Relax at your hotel in the evening.
Day 4: Mnemba Atoll & Forodhani Gardens
Today is all about swimming, relaxing, and snorkeling with dolphins in the clear waters, surrounded by colorful fish and peaceful beaches at Mnemba Atoll Northern east of Stone Town.
In the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Forodhani Gardens, a lively food market in Stone Town on Zanzibar’s western coast, sits along the Indian Ocean. Taste and enjoy Local traditional Zanzibari food like Zanzibar pizza and grilled seafood while listening to music and enjoying the Indian oceanic view.
Day 5: Nungwi Beach and Departure
Today, enjoy the beauty of Nungwi Beach with its soft white sands and clear waters. Spend your day relaxing, swimming, and exploring the vibrant marine life through activities like snorkeling and diving.
Take in the serene atmosphere and make the most of your final moments in Zanzibar. Later, you’ll transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, depending on your flight schedule for departure.
- cost Includes
- Airport pickup and drop off
- Transport Covered: Rides to & from tourist attractions/destinations
- Accommodations
- All entries/admission Service of experienced professional tour guide
- Government taxes
- cost excludes
- International Flight
- Travel Insurance
- Tips for the Crew
- Personal Expenses
- Snorkeling Gears
- Optional activities such as Spa treatment, Yoga and meditation sessions, cooking classes, GYM sessions.