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7 Days

The Ultimate Zanzibar Beach Vacation

Tour Overview

Experience Zanzibar’s contrast of history and coastal beauty over seven days. Begin in Stone Town with its labyrinth of narrow streets, spice markets, and centuries-old architecture, then step into Jozani Forest to meet the red colobus monkeys amid dense greenery. Midweek, enjoy a leisurely lunch at The Rock Restaurant perched above the Indian Ocean before heading to a beachside resort in Paje or Jambiani, where white sands and turquoise waters set the pace.

Time here is for swimming, sunbathing, and exploring nearby highlights such as the Blue Lagoon or Kuza Cave. Evenings offer opportunities to watch the sun dip over Kae Funk or join a dolphin swim at Kizimkazi Beach. The itinerary closes with a transfer to the airport.

Safari Highlights

  • Visit Forodhani Gardens and sample street food like Zanzibari pizza and grilled seafood.
  • Join a local spice guide to smell, taste, and learn how cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg are grown and used.
  • Visit a turtle rehabilitation center in Nungwi and see conservation work up close.
  • Spend a morning in quiet souvenir markets before your departure, picking up crafts and fabrics unique to the island

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With us, every journey is crafted around you flexible sample itineraries, personalized options, and expert guidance ensure your safari is exactly how you imagine it. Together, we design a once-in-a-lifetime experience made just for you.

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Trip Style

Comfort & private

During the safari you will have a private 4 x 4 safari Land Cruiser driven by a professional and well experienced local English speaking safari driver guide who will take you and show you all the animals that you have ever dreamed of the small & the big.

Your jeep will have a photographic roof thatch to assure good pictures from any angle. Accommodation will be standard mid-range lodges & tented camps.

Destination:

Stone Town, Jozani Forest and Paje

Location:

Zanzibar

Best time to visit:

Yearly around

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Zanzibar and Explore Stone Town

On arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you are welcomed by our representative and transferred to New Amaan Hotel in Stone Town. The hotel offers incredible rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, mini-bar, and free Wi-Fi. 

After a short briefing about the days ahead, you have the remainder of the day at leisure. A morning arrival allows more time to settle in, relax by the property’s lounge areas, or step outside for a casual stroll through the narrow streets and waterfront close to the hotel.

Meals Plan: Bed and Breakfast

Accommodation
New Amaan Hotel

Day 2: Stone Town – full day

Today after breakfast, your guide leads you through Stone Town’s maze-like streets, where carved doors, lively bazaars, and crumbling Omani-era buildings reveal centuries of layered history. The morning includes visits to the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, and the former slave market site, each giving context to Zanzibar’s cultural mosaic. For lunch, 

You may opt for a well-regarded local restaurant to sample Swahili dishes or return to New Amaan Hotel for a quieter setting. In the afternoon, continue with a tour of the Sultan’s Palace Museum and a walk along the waterfront. The day concludes with time to rest at the hotel before dinner and overnight.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation
New Amaan Hotel

Day 3: Jozani Forest day trip

Following breakfast, we leave for Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, commonly called Jozani Forest. The forest is home to the endangered red colobus monkeys and a range of other wildlife. Your guide will walk you along the trails, explaining the ecosystem and pointing out native plants and birds. The visit includes the boardwalk through the mangroves and a stop at the small butterfly centre nearby, 

Where local species can be observed up close. Lunch is served at a nearby restaurant before returning to Stone Town. Spend the afternoon at New Amaan Hotel relaxing by the pool. Dinner is served at the hotel in the evening, offering a chance to unwind after a day of exploration.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation
New Amaan Hotel

Day 4: Stone Town to Paje

After breakfast, we travel from Stone Town to Paje on the southeast coast of Zanzibar, a village known for its wide sandy beaches and clear shallow waters. We stop for lunch at The Rock Restaurant, built on a rock formation in the Indian Ocean. The restaurant is reached by foot during low tide or by boat at high tide. It is renowned for fresh seafood, with dishes prepared using local ingredients and spices. The setting allows for uninterrupted views of the ocean, making the meal an experience in itself.

After lunch, we then continue to Paje and check in at Amani Boutique Hotel. The hotel sits directly on the beach and offers a quiet, private atmosphere. Its pool, lounge areas, and direct beach access create space for relaxation and observation of the coastline. In the evening, you enjoy dinner at the hotel, rounding off the day with time to unwind by the beach or hotel’s pool.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation
Amani Boutique Hotel

Day 5-6: Paje – Full day

The focus of these two days is on relaxation and enjoying the coastline around Paje. Stay at Amani Boutique Hotel, where the rooms open onto the beach and provide easy access to the sand and sea. Mornings can be spent swimming, lounging, or walking along the shoreline. A visit to the Blue Lagoon offers calm waters and clear views, ideal for swimming or just spending time on the water. Afternoons are suited to trying local seafood at beachside restaurants or exploring small shops nearby.

Evenings offer opportunities to enjoy the sunset at Kae Funk, where the combination of sea views and the setting sun creates a quiet moment to unwind. Time at the hotel contributes to the experience through comfort, privacy, and proximity to the main attractions, allowing each day to move at a pace that combines leisure with discovery. These two days are designed to balance calm and activity along the coast.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation
Amani Boutique Hotel

Day 7: Departure - transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

After breakfast, there is a final chance to enjoy the surroundings at Paje before your transfer to the airport. Short activities could include a walk along the beach, a quick swim, or sitting at the hotel terrace with a coffee while taking in the morning light. If time allows, a brief visit to nearby shops or a short paddle in shallow waters can be fit in without rushing. 

Lunch will be served at Amani Boutique Hotel before the driver takes you to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your onward flight. These last hours mark the close to the week, letting you leave Zanzibar with a sense of relaxation while still keeping the schedule comfortable and stress-free.

Meals Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Enquire This Tour

  • Airport transfers
  • Transport in special vehicle
  • Accommodation on full board basis
  • Snacks and soft drinks
  • The service of a professional English-speaking local guides
  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips, and drinks
  • Optional activities while on outlined destinations