Zanzibar Beach Escape
The Spice Island in five unforgettable nights — Stone Town history and the dreamy beaches of the north.
Duration
5N / 6D
Group size
2–12 guests
Best time
Year-round · Coast
Pace
Easy – Moderate
Where
Zanzibar
The experience
Overview
The Spice Island in five unforgettable nights — Stone Town history and the dreamy beaches of the north.
The Spice Island in five unforgettable nights — Stone Town history and the dreamy beaches of the north. UNESCO Stone Town walking tour Travel with Soin Africa Safaris — a trusted East African tour operator with local expertise and personal service.
Trip highlights
- UNESCO Stone Town walking tour
- Spice farm experience
- Nakupenda sandbank & snorkelling
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Relax on Nungwi & Kendwa beaches
Your itinerary
Day-by-day trip plan
6 days · 5 nights · Zanzibar
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1
Arrive at Zanzibar Airport. Transfer to Stone Town. Guided walk: Sultan's Palace, Old Fort, carved doorways, old slave market. Sunset drinks at Africa House. Dinner at a rooftop restaurant.
Stone Town heritage hotel Dinner -
2
Morning spice farm — taste cloves, vanilla, cardamom and lemongrass in their natural environment. Afternoon free for beach or town. Board a traditional dhow for a magical sunset cruise along the west coast.
Stone Town heritage hotel Breakfast -
3
Full-day boat to Nakupenda sandbank — pristine white sand in turquoise shallows. Snorkel over vibrant coral reefs. Fresh seafood BBQ on the sandbank. Return by afternoon.
Stone Town heritage hotel Breakfast, Lunch -
4
Transfer north to legendary Nungwi Beach. Check in to beachfront bungalow. Afternoon swimming and snorkelling in the natural lagoon.
Nungwi beachfront Breakfast -
5
Full day on the north coast. Walk to beautiful Kendwa Beach. Optional quad bike or horse riding. Evening: fresh lobster dinner.
Nungwi beachfront Breakfast -
6
Final breakfast by the ocean. Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight.
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Zanzibar Beach Escape
5N / 6D
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What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Beachfront accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Stone Town & spice tour
- Government taxes
Not included
- International flights
- Zanzibar entry/insurance fee
- Lunches & dinners
- Tips
Plan with confidence
Know before you go
Best time to visit
Year-round · Coast. We track the seasons daily and time your game drives for peak wildlife.
Getting around
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof and a window seat guaranteed for every guest.
Group size & privacy
2–12 guests. Prefer it just for you? Every trip can be run fully private.
Fitness & pace
Easy – Moderate. Days are relaxed — most activity is game drives, with optional walks.
What to pack
Neutral layers, a hat, sunblock, binoculars and a good camera. We send a full checklist on booking.
Booking & payments
Contact us to reserve your dates. We accept card, M-Pesa and bank transfer — our team will guide you through the process.
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