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5-Day Zanzibar Explorer (Stone Town + Beach)
Beach Relaxation

5-Day Zanzibar Explorer (Stone Town + Beach)

Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
DifficultyEasy
Group Size2–10
PricingOn Request
The Journey

Safari Overview

Combine the culture of Stone Town with carefree beach days. Perfect for travelers who want history, local cuisine, and island relaxation in one short trip.

Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Zanzibar & Stone Town Evening

Arrive and transfer to Stone Town. Enjoy an evening stroll and dinner at the night market (Forodhani Gardens). This day is designed for a relaxed island pace with time for swimming, sunsets, and optional excursions. Explore historic Stone Town with its winding alleys, markets, and cultural landmarks, then return to the coast to unwind. Overnight at Stone Town boutique hotel. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.

Stay Stone Town boutique hotel Meals Breakfast (if early arrival)
Highlights
  • Forodhani night market
  • Stone Town atmosphere
Day 2

Stone Town Walking Tour + Beach Transfer

Morning guided walking tour through alleys, markets and historic landmarks. After lunch, transfer to the beach for a relaxed afternoon swim. This day is designed for a relaxed island pace with time for swimming, sunsets, and optional excursions. Explore historic Stone Town with its winding alleys, markets, and cultural landmarks, then return to the coast to unwind. Overnight at Beach resort. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.

Stay Beach resort Meals Breakfast
Highlights
  • Culture & history
  • Local markets
  • Beach arrival
Day 3

Mnemba Atoll Snorkeling (Optional)

Optional snorkeling day to Mnemba Atoll for clear water and colorful reef fish. If you prefer, keep it as a full leisure day on the beach. This day is designed for a relaxed island pace with time for swimming, sunsets, and optional excursions. Expect boat time on the Indian Ocean, snorkeling in clear water, and plenty of time to relax back at the resort afterwards. Overnight at Beach resort. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.

Stay Beach resort Meals Breakfast
Highlights
  • Reef snorkeling
  • Beach downtime
Day 4

Spice Tour + Jozani Forest (Optional)

Optional island day trip: spice farm tour followed by Jozani Forest to see the red colobus monkey. Return to the beach for sunset. This day is designed for a relaxed island pace with time for swimming, sunsets, and optional excursions. Optional add-ons can include a spice tour, snorkeling, dhow cruise, or a guided cultural visit depending on your interests. Overnight at Beach resort. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.

Stay Beach resort Meals Breakfast
Highlights
  • Spice farms
  • Red colobus monkeys
  • Sunset
Day 5

Departure

Relaxed breakfast, then airport transfer for your departure flight. This day is designed for a relaxed island pace with time for swimming, sunsets, and optional excursions. After breakfast you’ll have time for final beach moments before your transfer to the airport/next destination. Tip: move slowly, drink water regularly, and tell your guide early if you feel headache, nausea, or unusual fatigue.

Stay None Meals Breakfast
Highlights
  • Smooth departure
What's in the Price

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included
  • Transfers, accommodation, daily breakfast, guided Stone Town walk
Not Included
  • International flights, optional excursions, lunches/dinners unless stated

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