11 Days – Once in a Lifetime; Zanzibar Beaches

Tour Highlights

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  Start: Zanzibar

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  Ends: Zanzibar

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  Status: All year around

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  South Region : 6 Nights SBH Monica Zanzibar

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  North Region : 5 Nights at Nungwi Beach by Turaco

Day 1; Arrival – And warm welcome in Zanzibar

On arrival at the Zanzibar Airport you will be met by our company representative and transferred to your hotel in Nungwi at SBH Monica Zanzibar – for overnight.

Day 2 & 3; Full day at Leisure

Get relax and feel the breath taking atmosphere of Indian Ocean at the beautiful white sandy beaches and turquoise water that gently rolls onto the beach. You can spend the entire day if you decide to get active after all, you can take a stroll on the romantically secluded beach – a wonderful diversion from long hours of relaxing at the hotel.

Day 4; Half Day - Visit Jozani Forest – Hidden Jungle & Spice Tour

Jozani Forest awaits you. Take a 3-hour tour through its stunning scenery, experiencing the wonder and delight of your natural surroundings.

The forest is home to a number of endemic species, including the Zanzibar red Columbus monkey. The mangrove boardwalk takes you above the swamp, where, depending on the tide, you can see tropical fish flitting between the mangrove roots and crabs scuttling across the mud.

Your park guide will take you on a nature trail, lined with eucalyptus and mahogany trees, and explain the medicinal properties of various plants. As you walk, learn about the animals, birds, and reptiles that make their home in the various habitats of this tropical rain forest after the you will drive to Visit spice plantation center

You will enjoy a unique rainforest nature with lots of tropical plants, trees and spices. Experience, taste and smell different spices that are grown in Zanzibar Islands such as Turmeric, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Black Peppers, Cloves, Nutmegs, and so on. This is an excellent chance to learn about the turbulent history of the Island as well to enjoy the delicious Swahili cuisine.

Day 5; Half Day – Private Trip; Village Tour, Kuza Cave & Mtende Beach

Kuza Cave offers a unique experience for adventurous nature-lovers. Discover the ancient limestone cave and crystal clear healing mineral water pool. See artefacts from the cave and a timeline of Swahili history going back to the beginning of our story as humans originating in East Africa.

You will walk across a small bridge and a few steps to the base of the well-lit cave to find a large pool formed by a subterranean river. The area is a wildlife sanctuary for dozens of monkeys, birds, butterflies and bushbabies. Our Culture Centre invites you to enjoy Swahili music, drumming and dancing with our onsite artists. Stay for the day and learn the secrets to Swahili cooking. You will learn how to gently blend Zanzibar spices and make fresh coconut milk curry. Don't miss out on discovering this hidden gem tucked away in the tropical jungle of Jambiani - you will be surprised!

Over the end of this historic experience will take a drive to Mtende Beach (The hidden gem) is located between two huge rocky barriers, which makes it one of the most quiet and warm rocky beaches even in the coldest seasons. The beauty of the beach is not limited to these barriers, it also contains huge trees that are almost over a thousand years old, and its waters are emerald green on this beach swimming, oating and many more can be done. After the relaxation and enjoying the beach will drive back to the hotel whoch marks the end of out tour.

Day 6; Full Day – Private; Unforgettable Safari Blue Trip

For an unforgettable day in Zanzibar a post breakfast drive will take you to Fumba Village, where you will hop on a traditionald how boat to sail to the breathtaking Minai Bay home to a cluster of beautiful, uninhabited islands. Once you reach the destination, the dhow boat will be anchored in an idyllic spot, allowing you to swim around the island, snorkeling along the rich coral reefs, spot the frolicking dolphins or explore the pristine islets. Your day will have interrupted mouth watering buffet lunch on Kwale Island, where you can tuck into succulent calamari, freshly grilled fish, huge lobster and juicy tropical fruits under the shade of massive tamarind trees. After a fantastic day out in the sun, youwill return to Fumba Village on a lanteen sail back.

Day 7; Transfer – Check out SBH Monica to Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa

After breakfast will check out from SBH Monica and transfer to your hotel at Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa for, spend a whole day at leisure and overnight.

Day 8; Half Day – Mnemba Island (Swimming with Bottlenose Dolphins)

One of the best places for snorkeling is Mnemba Atoll, Located North Eastern coast of the Island. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise, Discover sheer, unpretentious paradise on this exclusive island, where the simple pleasures become your most treasured of memories for many years to come. Relax and unwind on your own stretch of beachfront, The most famous marine conservation area in Zanzibar. This atoll features an easy dive down to about 20 meters and quite a bit coral, you can also spot dolphins, whales, and seaturtles due to the deeper water in the sea., Snorkeling in Mnemba Atoll offers you a stunning under water with schools of tropical reeffish, turtles, dolphins, nudibranchs and beautiful hard and soft coral formations. Between the snorkeling session you can stay on the boats and taste fresh seasonal fruits, spice tea and snacks.

Day 9 & 10; Zanzibar - Full day at Leisure – in the paradise

This day will be at leisure to relax or explore as you like. Spend your day at the beach and enjoy laid back beach life.

Day 11; Half Day; Private Archeological – Stone Town Tour

Explore the narrow alleys and winding streets of stone town on this historic look at Zanzibar’s oldest neighborhood. Check out spice bazaars and palaces, see where Rock Legend Freddie Mercury was raised, and pay a visit to a 19th-Century church built atop the site of a former slave market.

Named because of its prevalent use of coral as a building material, Zanzibar’s Stone Town is filled with dense road ways too small for most modern cars. Explore the area by foot with your guide, starting at the House of Wonders. Built as a palace for the second Sultan of Zanzibar, this modern-looking residence was the first building in Zanzibar to have electricity and then continue on to uncover the hidden treasures elsewhere in stone Town.

Pop by the first home of Freddie Mercury, rock legend and lead singer of Queen, snap photos of the weather-worn walls of the 17th-century Old Fort, used to defend the island from the Portuguese, and check out the Christ Church, whose coral stone walls were built atop the site of a former slave market. Before you head back to hotel, make one final stop at a bustling market, where you can weave between spice vendors and antique dealers, letting the aroma of exotic foods lure you to new discoveries, tastes, and one-of-a-kind souvenirs.

Day 12; Departure from the hotel

After breakfast or lunch, you will depart from the hotel for drive to Zanzibar Airport for your International flights back.

Inclusive of:

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  Accommodation while in Zanzibar

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  Meals as mentioned

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  All ground Transfers

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  Friendly professional guide

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  Government Entrance Fees (taxes)

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  Private – Swahili lunch at Spice center

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  Snorkeling Gears

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  Private boat to Mnemba Island & Prison Island

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  Private Dhow wooded boat to Safari Blue

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  Seafood Buffet Lunch During Safari Blue

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  Fresh Fruits and Refreshments

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  Mineral Water & Soft Drinks during the tour

Exclusive of:

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  • International flights from home and back

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  Tips & porterage

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  Visa fees (If applicable)

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  Other personal items