6-Day Zanzibar Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Stone Town Tour

Arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, transfer to Stone Town (7 km, approx. 15 minutes).

Activities:

• Arrival and meet-and-greet at the airport.
• Transfer to hotel in Stone Town for check-in.
• Guided Stone Town Tour: Explore the historic and cultural heart of Zanzibar, including visits to the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and the former slave market site.
• Optional: Visit local markets and enjoy dinner at a traditional Zanzibari restaurant.
• Accommodation: Overnight at a boutique hotel in Stone Town.

Day 2: Prison Island Tour and Jozani Forest

Activities:

• Morning: Prison Island Tour – Visit the historic island, home to giant tortoises and a former prison.
• Return to Stone Town for lunch.
• Stone Town to Prison Island by boat (approx. 30 minutes).
• Afternoon: Transfer to Jozani Forest, the only national park in Zanzibar. Explore the forest and see the endangered Red Colobus monkeys.
• Return to Stone Town in the evening.
• Stone Town to Jozani Forest (38 km, approx. 1 hour by road).
• Accommodation: Overnight at a boutique hotel in Stone Town.

Day 3: Spice Tour and Transfer to Beach Resort

Activities:

• Morning: Spice Tour – Visit local spice farms to learn about the rich history of spices in Zanzibar and experience aromatic spices like cloves, vanilla, and cardamom.
• Lunch at the spice farm.
• Stone Town to Spice Farms (20 km, approx. 30 minutes by road).
• Afternoon: Transfer to your beach resort on the East Coast of Zanzibar.
• Evening: Leisure time at the beach resort.
• Spice Farms to beach resort on the East Coast (45 km, approx. 1 hour by road).
• Accommodation: Overnight at a luxury beach resort on the East Coast.

Day 4: Mnemba Island Snorkeling and Beach Relaxation

Transfer to Mnemba Island (20 km, approx. 40 minutes by road, followed by a short boat ride).

Activities:

• Morning: Mnemba Island Snorkeling – Enjoy a full day of snorkeling around the pristine coral reefs of Mnemba Island, known for its clear waters and abundant marine life.
• Afternoon: Return to the beach resort for relaxation.
• Evening: Optional beach sports or spa treatments.
• Accommodation: Overnight at the beach resort.

Day 5: Dhow Sunset Cruise and Beach Sports

Activities centered around the beach resort area.

Activities:

• Morning: Free time for beach sports such as volleyball, paddleboarding, or beach soccer.
• Afternoon: Relaxation at the resort or explore nearby villages.
• Evening: Traditional Dhow Sunset Cruise – Enjoy a tranquil sail on a traditional dhow with stunning views of the sunset, accompanied by refreshments and tropical fruits.
• Accommodation: Overnight at the beach resort.

Day 6: Departure

Beach resort to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (55 km, approx. 1 hour 20 minutes by road).

Activities:

• Morning: Final beach relaxation and check-out from the resort.
• Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.