Destination
Zanzibar
Stone Town culture, spice farms, reef life, dhow sailing, and post-safari relaxation.
Best season
June to October and December to February are comfortable beach windows.
Overview
Zanzibar is Tanzania's legendary spice island, a destination that pairs effortlessly with any mainland safari. Turquoise Indian Ocean waters, the UNESCO-listed Stone Town, aromatic clove plantations, and a coastline of white sand and coral reefs make it one of the most complete island experiences in Africa.
Parks & regions
Where you will go
Zanzibar
Tanzania's spice island, a blend of turquoise Indian Ocean waters, Stone Town's UNESCO-listed architecture, dhow sailing, Prison Island's giant tortoises, and Safari Blue adventures.
Pemba Island
Tanzania's lesser-known gem off the northern coast, known for pristine diving, lush clove plantations, and the tranquil pace of authentic island life away from the crowds.
Experiences
What you can do
- Safari Blue, full-day dhow sailing with seafood lunch and sandbank hopping
- Stone Town cultural tour, Sultans' Palace, House of Wonders, slave market, Freddie Mercury's home
- Prison Island, Aldabra giant tortoises, snorkeling, and historic quarantine fort
- Jet ski rides on the Indian Ocean
- Horse riding along the beach
- Skydiving (USD 475 per person with video)
- Transparent canoe gliding on crystal-clear water
- Quad bike half-day tour
- Swimming with turtles
- Flying dress photo shoot
- Spice farm tour
- Sunset dhow cruise with drinks and Taarab melodies
Why Zanzibar
Key highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed Stone Town
- Aldabra giant tortoises at Prison Island
- Safari Blue, island hopping, swimming, and seafood on the open ocean
- World-class snorkeling and diving on coral reefs
- A perfect 3-7 day extension after any mainland Tanzania safari