Holidays

Beach & Zanzibar Holidays

White sand, turquoise water and Stone Town's history: Zanzibar on its own or as the perfect finish to a safari.

After the dust of the safari, Zanzibar's beaches are the perfect place to rest. The island combines powder-white sand and warm, clear water with a rich history: the narrow streets of Stone Town, spice farms, ruined palaces and a mix of African, Arab, Indian and European cultures.

Our beach holidays work on their own or as an extension to any safari, with flights from Arusha, Kilimanjaro or the Serengeti straight to the island.

Duration

Up to 5 days6 to 9 days10+ days

Country

Every itinerary is an example: we tailor the days, parks and lodges to you.

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Tanzania · 14 days

14-Day Southern Circuit: Selous, Ruaha & Zanzibar

Nyerere · Ruaha · Zanzibar

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Tanzania · 6 days

6-Day Zanzibar Island Package

Zanzibar

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Tanzania · 11 days

11-Day Zanzibar Island Package

Stone Town · Nungwi · Kizimkazi

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Tanzania · 5 days

5-Day Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

Stone Town

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Tanzania · 6 days

6-Day Exceptional Zanzibar Tour

Stone Town

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Tanzania · 11 days

11-Day Wildlife Safari plus Zanzibar Beach Vacation

Ngorongoro · Serengeti · Stone Town

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Tanzania & Kenya · 12 days

12-Day Kenya & Tanzania: The Essence of East Africa Expedition

Amboseli · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro

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Tanzania & Kenya · 13 days

13-Day Kenya & Tanzania: The Spirit of African Safari

Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Serengeti · Amboseli

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Tanzania & Kenya · 17 days

17-Day Kenya–Tanzania Expedition: The Great Plains Chronicle

Lake Naivasha · Lake Nakuru · Masai Mara · Amboseli

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Other tour styles:Big 5 Safaris Great Migration Safaris Classic Wildlife Safaris Wildlife-Themed Safaris Fly-in & Luxury Safaris Honeymoon Safaris Mountain Trekking Gorilla & Primate Safaris Multi-Country & Combination Safaris Helicopter Safaris Cultural Tours Day Trips Family Safaris City Tours & Airport Transfers Tailor-Made / Custom Trips

Things to do on Zanzibar

A guided walk through Stone Town and the Forodhani night food market.
A spice farm tour and Swahili cooking.
Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll, and swimming with turtles in Nungwi.
Red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest.
A sunset dhow cruise.

Choosing your beach

The north (Nungwi and Kendwa) has swimming at all tides and lively sunsets. The east coast (Paje, Jambiani, Matemwe) has wide tidal beaches and a quieter feel. Ask us to match the area to your style.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Still wondering about something? Our team in Arusha answers every message personally.

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How many nights should I spend on Zanzibar?

Four to seven nights after a safari is ideal, including one night in Stone Town.

Do I need extra insurance for Zanzibar?

Zanzibar requires all international visitors to buy its own compulsory inbound insurance, in addition to your personal travel insurance. We send you the link with your documents.

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