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
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Pick-up from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, ferry terminal, or your hotel.
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Walk through the UNESCO-listed Stone Town with a local guide.
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Visit House of Wonders, Old Fort, Darajani Market, and Freddie Mercury’s House.
Late Morning – Prison Island (Changuu Island)
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Boat ride to meet the giant Aldabra tortoises and learn about the island’s quarantine history.
Afternoon – Sandbank Escape
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Relax, swim, and snorkel at a secluded sandbank.
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Enjoy fresh tropical fruits and cold drinks before returning to your hotel.
Day 2 – Seaweed Center, Spice Tour & Jozani Forest
Morning – Seaweed Center Visit
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Learn how local women create cosmetics and soaps from harvested seaweed.
Late Morning – Spice Tour
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Visit a spice plantation to see cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and tropical fruits being grown.
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Taste fresh spices and enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch.
Afternoon – Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park
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Spot the rare red colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove forest.
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End the day at Kae Funky Beach for sunset views.
Day 3 – Safari Blue Experience
Morning – Depart from Fumba Village
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Sail on a traditional dhow boat for snorkeling, dolphin watching, and a swim in a hidden lagoon.
Afternoon – Seafood BBQ Lunch
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Feast on lobster, prawns, calamari, fresh fish, and tropical fruits.
Late Afternoon – Return to Hotel
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Enjoy the dhow cruise back to shore before your transfer.
Day 4 – Mnemba Island, Snorkeling & Dolphins
Morning – Mnemba Atoll Excursion
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Snorkel among colorful coral reefs and look out for dolphins.
Afternoon – Baraka Natural Aquarium
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Swim with rescued sea turtles in a safe, natural environment.
Evening – Free Time
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Relax at your hotel or explore Nungwi/Kendwa nightlife.
Day 5 – Mtende Coral Beach, Paje Beach & Sunset Cruise
Morning – Mtende Coral Beach
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Discover this secluded paradise with dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters.
Afternoon – Paje Beach
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Relax on one of Zanzibar’s most famous beaches, known for kitesurfing and white sands.
Evening – Sunset Cruise
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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
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Enjoy a horseback ride along the white sands and shallow waters.
Late Morning – Quad Bike Adventure
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Explore Zanzibar’s off-road trails and rural villages.
Afternoon – Kendwa Rock Beach
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End your trip relaxing on Kendwa’s golden sands before your departure transfer.
Package Inclusions
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Pick-up & drop-off (Airport/Seaport or Hotel)
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All transport in private, air-conditioned vehicle
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Entrance fees to all attractions
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Professional English-speaking guide (other languages available on request)
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Lunch & soft drinks daily
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Snorkeling equipment for Sandbank, Safari Blue, and Mnemba Island
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Bottled water throughout the trip
Transfers (Optional Extra Service)
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All vehicles include Free WiFi & Soft Drinks
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1–4 seats: Stone Town $30 | Any destination $60
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1–6 seats: Stone Town $35 | Any destination $70
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7–14 seats: Stone Town $40 | Any destination $80
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15–28 seats: Stone Town $50 | Any destination $100
Optional Add-Ons
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Romantic Extras: Private beach dinners, honeymoon decorations, luxury sunset dhow cruise
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Adventure: Jet Skiing, Kitesurfing, Submarine tour, Zanzibar Sea Walk
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Special Events: Birthday setups, Yacht party, Boat party
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Custom Extensions: Add Cooking Classes, Mangapwani Slave Chambers, or extra beach days
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Solo Traveler Package: Flexible itinerary with a private guide