This 4 Nights/5 Days Zanzibar Tour is the perfect beach escape to enjoy after an unforgettable African safari and gorilla trekking experience in Uganda or Rwanda. Offering a beautiful combination of relaxation, tropical adventure, and island charm, this Zanzibar holiday allows you to unwind along the stunning shores of the Indian Ocean surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters and white sandy beaches.
Enjoy exciting experiences such as the famous Safari Blue excursion, snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs, relaxing on hidden sandbanks, and discovering the rich Swahili culture and warm hospitality that make Zanzibar one of Africa’s most sought-after beach destinations.
Whether you are celebrating a honeymoon, birthday, family holiday, or simply rewarding yourself after an adventurous safari, this tour promises unforgettable sunsets, tropical island experiences, and complete relaxation — creating the ultimate African safari and beach holiday combination.
Day 1: Arrival
On arrival at Zanzibar airport, our representative will greet and escort you to the hotel. Check-in and refresh. Now, you will spend the rest of the day leisure. Later, you will be served a delicious dinner before going for a restful sleep.
Day 2: Prison Island- Stone Town Tour
At 9 am you will be taken from your hotel for a full day at Prison Island and Nakupenda (I love you) Sandbank. Prison Island was formerly owned by an Arab and was privately used as a place of detention for disobedient slaves.
It was built in 1893 as a central prison for Zanzibar, hence the name ‘Prison Island’. You will be able to see Giant Tortoises, Dikdik, Peacock, Prison Chamber, Mangrove Forest and perhaps swim and snorkel if interested. In the evening when the weather is cooler (at around 4 pm) you will leave for a walking tour of the Stone Town. You will have a chance to visit:
- Town Markets
- Old slave markets
- National Museum
- Old German Consulate
- High court building
- Africa House (former English Club)
- Tippu Tip House and Grave
- Kelekele square
- Orphanage home
- Old British Consulate
- Old Fort
- Forodhani Gardens
- Sultan Palace
- House of Wonders
- Livingstone House
- Joseph’s Cathedral
- Old Mosques
- Freddie Mercury House, etc
Dinner and overnight will be in Stone town.
Day 3: Safari Blue Trip - The Highlight Of Zanzibar
You’ll leave stone town at 9 am to Fumba village where our sailing boat will be awaiting to take you to Kwale Island for ‘Safari Blue Trip’ - The highlight of Zanzibar.
You will sail in a beautiful traditional wooden dhow, witness countless colourful fishes, watch Dolphins (if you have a chance of seeing them) at play and snorkel over the reefs of Menai Bay conservation area.
During the tour feast on a Swahili influenced seafood buffet that include Fish on coconut source, Rice, French Fries, Calamari, Lobster, Prawns, Octopus and squids. Exotic fresh fruit tasting like Banana, Watermelon, Pineapple, and Mangoes. This will be the best adventurous day for your stay in Zanzibar Islands, and you will understand why we call this ‘Safari Blue’.
You will visit a Baobab tree believed to be more than 500 years old before sailing back to Fumba village. In the evening drive to you for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Free Day
Enjoy free time in the tropical paradise today. There are many ways you can spend your day - maybe talk to your guide for any recommendations they might have.
Snorkel in search of exotic fish, go scuba diving, parasailing, kite surfing or deep sea fishing. You may also like to feast on a sumptuous lunch of grilled local seafood, or just relax in a hammock underneath a coconut tree with a good book. It’s totally up to you!
Day 5: Dolphin Tour, Spice Farm Tour, Airport.
Today is another adventurous day to swim with Dolphins. Depart from your hotel at 6 am to and drive to Kizimkazi (southern coast) village.
Board your motorized boat to find playful Dolphins out in the open waters. Swim with them if you can or otherwise watch them from the boat. Kizimkazi is the most popular Dolphin spotting location where you can see both Bottle-Nosed and Humpback Dolphins.
Around 9 am we will go for Spice farm tour to experience the rare tropical spices and fruits that are grown in Zanzibar - hence Spice Island.
As your 4 Nights/5 Days Zanzibar Tour comes to an end, you will leave the island with unforgettable memories of turquoise waters, pristine white beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and authentic Swahili hospitality. From relaxing by the Indian Ocean to enjoying exciting island adventures like the Safari Blue experience, Zanzibar offers the perfect tropical escape after an African safari or gorilla trekking adventure.
This tour perfectly combines relaxation, culture, and coastal beauty, making it an ideal holiday for honeymooners, families, couples, and adventure seekers alike. We hope this Zanzibar experience leaves you refreshed, inspired, and longing to return to the magical spice island once again.
