7 Nights, 8 Days Zanzibar Itinerary – October 2026

Day 1: Arrival & Stone Town Exploration

• Morning: Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, you will be greeted by a guide and transferred to your hotel in Stone Town. After checking in, embark on a guided walking tour of the historic streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Forodhani Gardens, the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and the Freddie Mercury House.
• Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant featuring Swahili cuisine.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the town.

Accommodation: Midrange – Tembo House Hotel, Luxury – Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 2: Safari Blue & Jozani Forest Tour

• Morning: Depart for the Safari Blue tour, a full-day adventure at sea. Sail on a traditional dhow, explore the Menai Bay Conservation Area, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a beach BBQ on an isolated sandbank.
• Afternoon: After returning to shore, visit Jozani Forest, home to the rare Red Colobus Monkeys. Stroll through the mangroves and learn about the unique ecosystem of the island.
• Evening: Return to Stone Town for a relaxing dinner.

Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Village Tours - Jambiani & Makunduchi

• Morning: Travel to the southeast coast for a Jambiani Village Tour. Learn about local life, visit a seaweed farm, and engage with the community.
• Afternoon: Continue to Makunduchi, a traditional village known for its annual Mwaka Kogwa festival. Explore the village and interact with the local people to get a feel for traditional Zanzibari culture.
• Evening: Return to your hotel in Stone Town for dinner.

Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Transfer to Nungwi - Spice Tour & Swahili Cooking Class Village Tours

• Morning: After breakfast, you will transfer to famous spice plantations, where you’ll learn about the cultivation of spices like cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. After the tour, indulge in a Swahili cooking class, where you will prepare traditional dishes under the guidance of a local chef. On the way to Nungwi, a village at the northern tip of Zanzibar. On arrival, take a guided Nungwi Village Tour, where you’ll learn about the traditional dhow boat-building industry.

• Afternoon: Explore Kendwa Beach, one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful beaches. Enjoy water activities such as snorkeling, or relax on the beach.
• Evening: Dinner and overnight in Nungwi.

Accommodation: Midrange – Z Hotel, Luxury – Essque Zalu Zanzibar
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Fun & Relaxation on the Beach

• Morning: Spend your last two full days in Zanzibar enjoying the luxury of your resort at Nungwi Beach. Participate in optional water activities such as diving, kite surfing, or beach volleyball.
• Afternoon: Relax at the beach, visit local cafes, or enjoy spa treatments.
• Evening: Sunset dhow cruise or candlelit dinner on the beach.

Accommodation: Same as Day 4
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive

Days 6-7: Fun & Relaxation on the Beach

• Morning: Spend your last two full days in Zanzibar enjoying the luxury of your resort at Nungwi Beach. Participate in optional water activities such as diving, kite surfing, or beach volleyball.
• Afternoon: Relax at the beach, visit local cafes, or enjoy spa treatments.
• Evening: Sunset dhow cruise or candlelit dinner on the beach.

Accommodation: Same as Day 4
Meal Plan: All-Inclusive

Day 8: Departure

• Morning: After breakfast, you’ll have some free time to explore the nearby beaches or do some last-minute shopping in Nungwi.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Accommodation Options

Midrange Services:

• Stone Town: Tembo House Hotel, Maru Maru Hotel
• Nungwi Beach: Z Hotel, Amaan Bungalows

Luxury Services:

• Stone Town: Park Hyatt Zanzibar, Emerson Spice Hotel
• Nungwi Beach: Essque Zalu, Zuri Zanzibar

Budget Range (Per Person)

• Midrange: $2,500 - $3,500 (includes accommodation, meals, tours, and transfers)

• Luxury: $4,500 - $6,500 (includes luxury accommodation, private tours, all-inclusive meal plans, and transfers)

Inclusions

• 7 nights accommodation in selected midrange or luxury hotels
• Full-board meal plan for the entire trip, including all meals
• Safari Blue tour with BBQ lunch, snorkeling, and dhow sailing
• Jozani Forest tour with a guide
• Village tours in Jambiani, Makunduchi, Nungwi, and Kendwa
• Spice Tour with a Swahili cooking class
• Private transfers between all locations
• All park fees and entrance tickets

Exclusions

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, tips)
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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