3-Day Zanzibar Stone Town & Beaches Starter
About this tour
Discover the enchanting island of Zanzibar — where ancient Swahili culture, Arab architecture, and turquoise Indian Ocean waters converge. This 3-day package blends the UNESCO-listed Stone Town with pristine beaches, spice farms, and the Red Colobus monkeys of Jozani Forest.
Highlights
Itinerary
Morning flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar (Abeid Amani Karume Airport). Transfer to your Stone Town hotel and check in. After freshening up, begin a guided walking tour of Stone Town — visit the Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe), House of Wonders, the former Old Slave Market & Anglican Cathedral, and admire the intricately carved wooden doors that line the narrow alleyways. End the day at the Forodhani Night Market for a taste of Zanzibar street food (own cost). Dinner at hotel.
Highlights:
- Stone Town UNESCO World Heritage walking tour
- Old Slave Market & Anglican Cathedral
- House of Wonders (Palace Museum)
- Zanzibar carved doors architecture
- Forodhani Night Market (own expense)
Morning visit to a Zanzibar spice farm — touch, smell, and taste cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, black pepper, and lemongrass, followed by a traditional Swahili lunch. Afternoon boat trip to Prison Island (Changuu Island) to visit the giant Aldabra tortoises. Optional snorkelling in the surrounding clear waters. Return for a magical sunset dhow cruise, watching the sun sink into the Indian Ocean.
Highlights:
- Zanzibar spice farm — cloves, vanilla, cinnamon
- Traditional Swahili spice farm lunch
- Prison Island — giant Aldabra tortoises
- Sunset dhow cruise
Morning drive to Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park to spot the endemic Zanzibar Red Colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove boardwalk. Afternoon free for beach relaxation at Nungwi or Kendwa (Luxury package) or your choice of Zanzibar beaches. Late afternoon transfer to the airport for your evening flight back to Nairobi.
Highlights:
- Jozani Forest Red Colobus monkey tracking
- Mangrove boardwalk — Jozani-Chwaka Bay
- Nungwi or Kendwa beach time (Luxury)
- Nakupenda sandbank excursion (optional)
Packages & Pricing
What's Included
- ✓2 nights accommodation (236 Hurumzi or similar Stone Town boutique hotel)
- ✓Breakfast daily
- ✓Stone Town guided walking tour
- ✓Spice farm tour with lunch
- ✓Prison Island visit
- ✓Sunset dhow cruise
- ✓Airport transfers
What's Not Included
- ✗Tanzania e-visa
- ✗Lunch & dinner (except spice farm)
- ✗Jozani Forest ($10 entry)
- ✗Snorkelling (optional add-on)
- ✗Tips
- ✗Personal travel insurance
Terms & Conditions
- •Return airfare from Nairobi to Zanzibar is included in the Standard and Luxury packages
- •Tanzania visa costs are not included — clients must obtain an e-visa ($50 for most nationalities)
- •Hotel check-in is from 2:00 PM; early check-in subject to availability
- •Cancellations within 7 days of departure are non-refundable
- •Sea conditions may affect dhow cruises and snorkelling activities — alternatives will be arranged
- •Dietary requirements (especially halal) must be communicated 48 hours in advance
- •Zanzibar is a predominantly Muslim island — guests are asked to dress modestly in Stone Town
Location
Starting Point
Zanzibar is a tropical paradise with pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and a rich cultural history. Stone Town, spice farms, and water-based activities like snorkeling and diving make it a perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, and heritage exploration
Getting There
- Hotel pickup available (if selected)
- Comfortable transportation provided
- Professional driver/guide
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