Stone Town, spice farms, red colobus monkeys and the best beaches of Nungwi.
Zanzibar is the Spice Island of the Indian Ocean: a blend of African, Arab, Indian and Persian cultures, with turquoise water and white beaches all around. Stone Town, its historic heart, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of carved doors, bazaars and rooftop restaurants.
This escape combines the island's culture and nature with its best beaches. Meet the Zanzibar red colobus, found nowhere else on Earth, taste spices straight from the plant, and snorkel the clear reefs of Mnemba.
Best time to goJune to October and December to February.
Great forHoneymooners, families, and travellers ending a Tanzania safari.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Arrive in ZanzibarTransfer to Stone Town and watch the sunset from the waterfront.
- Stone Town and Prison IslandGuided walk through the UNESCO-listed old town, then a boat trip to Prison Island to meet giant tortoises.
- Spice farm and Jozani ForestTaste fresh spices on a farm, then see the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkeys in Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.
- Nungwi and MnembaTransfer to the north coast and snorkel the coral reefs around Mnemba Atoll.
- DepartureFinal swim, then transfer to the airport.
Every Afritrek trip is private, so you can start on any date, add extra nights, and change any part of this plan.
What's included
Included
- Boat trips, park fees and guided visits listed in the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide for excursions
- Accommodation and meals as quoted
- All park and marine park fees on the itinerary
- Airport or station transfers
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Tips for guides, boat crews and hotel staff
- Optional activities not listed, such as diving courses
- Drinks at hotels and lodges
