Sapphire Zanzibar Tour – 6 Days


Best For: Travelers who want a complete Zanzibar experience with a mix of history, culture, marine life, beaches, and adventure activities.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – City Tour, Prison Island & Sandbank

Morning – Stone Town City Tour

  • Pick-up from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, ferry terminal, or your hotel.

  • Walk through the UNESCO-listed Stone Town with a local guide.

  • Visit House of Wonders, Old Fort, Darajani Market, and Freddie Mercury’s House.

Late Morning – Prison Island (Changuu Island)

  • Boat ride to meet the giant Aldabra tortoises and learn about the island’s quarantine history.

Afternoon – Sandbank Escape

  • Relax, swim, and snorkel at a secluded sandbank.

  • Enjoy fresh tropical fruits and cold drinks before returning to your hotel.

Day 2 – Seaweed Center, Spice Tour & Jozani Forest

Morning – Seaweed Center Visit

  • Learn how local women create cosmetics and soaps from harvested seaweed.

Late Morning – Spice Tour

  • Visit a spice plantation to see cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and tropical fruits being grown.

  • Taste fresh spices and enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch.

Afternoon – Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park

  • Spot the rare red colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove forest.

  • End the day at Kae Funky Beach for sunset views.

Day 3 – Safari Blue Experience

Morning – Depart from Fumba Village

  • Sail on a traditional dhow boat for snorkeling, dolphin watching, and a swim in a hidden lagoon.

Afternoon – Seafood BBQ Lunch

  • Feast on lobster, prawns, calamari, fresh fish, and tropical fruits.

Late Afternoon – Return to Hotel

  • Enjoy the dhow cruise back to shore before your transfer.

Day 4 – Mnemba Island, Snorkeling & Dolphins

Morning – Mnemba Atoll Excursion

  • Snorkel among colorful coral reefs and look out for dolphins.

Afternoon – Baraka Natural Aquarium

  • Swim with rescued sea turtles in a safe, natural environment.

Evening – Free Time

  • Relax at your hotel or explore Nungwi/Kendwa nightlife.

Day 5 – Mtende Coral Beach, Paje Beach & Sunset Cruise

Morning – Mtende Coral Beach

  • Discover this secluded paradise with dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters.

Afternoon – Paje Beach

  • Relax on one of Zanzibar’s most famous beaches, known for kitesurfing and white sands.

Evening – Sunset Cruise

  • Sail into the sunset on a traditional dhow with drinks and music.

Day 6 – Horse Riding, Quad Bike & Kendwa Rock

Morning – Horse Riding at Nungwi Beach

  • Enjoy a horseback ride along the white sands and shallow waters.

Late Morning – Quad Bike Adventure

  • Explore Zanzibar’s off-road trails and rural villages.

Afternoon – Kendwa Rock Beach

  • End your trip relaxing on Kendwa’s golden sands before your departure transfer.

Package Inclusions

  • Pick-up & drop-off (Airport/Seaport or Hotel)

  • All transport in private, air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance fees to all attractions

  • Professional English-speaking guide (other languages available on request)

  • Lunch & soft drinks daily

  • Snorkeling equipment for Sandbank, Safari Blue, and Mnemba Island

  • Bottled water throughout the trip

Transfers (Optional Extra Service)

  • All vehicles include Free WiFi & Soft Drinks

  • 1–4 seats: Stone Town $30 | Any destination $60

  • 1–6 seats: Stone Town $35 | Any destination $70

  • 7–14 seats: Stone Town $40 | Any destination $80

  • 15–28 seats: Stone Town $50 | Any destination $100

Optional Add-Ons

  • Romantic Extras: Private beach dinners, honeymoon decorations, luxury sunset dhow cruise

  • Adventure: Jet Skiing, Kitesurfing, Submarine tour, Zanzibar Sea Walk

  • Special Events: Birthday setups, Yacht party, Boat party

  • Custom Extensions: Add Cooking Classes, Mangapwani Slave Chambers, or extra beach days

  • Solo Traveler Package: Flexible itinerary with a private guide