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A traditional dhow off the Zanzibar coast
Zanzibar HolidaysMid-range

Zanzibar Beach & Stone Town

One night in historic Stone Town, a spice farm visit and three nights on Nungwi's beach, ending with a dhow at sunset.

Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Route
Stone Town · Spice farm · Nungwi
Starts
Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) or ferry port
Accommodation
Mid-range
Overview

About this trip

A short Zanzibar holiday that balances culture and beach time. Start with a guided walk through Stone Town's alleys and markets, visit a working spice farm, then relax on the white sand of Nungwi.

It works well on its own or as the end of a safari, with a short flight from Arusha or the Serengeti.

Highlights

  • Guided Stone Town walking tour
  • Spice farm visit with Swahili lunch
  • Three nights on Nungwi beach
  • Sunset dhow cruise

Destinations on this trip

  • Stone Town tour
  • Spice tour
  • Sunset dhow
Day by day

Itinerary

Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) or ferry port → Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ). Tap a day to see the details.

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  1. 1
    Day 1

    Arrive in Zanzibar, Stone Town

    Stone Town

    Meet and greet at the airport or ferry port and transfer to your hotel. Evening at the Forodhani Gardens food market.

    Stay
    Tembo House Hotel or similar (Mid-range)
    Meals
    Dinner
    Transport
    Private transfer
    Travel time
    ≈ 20 min
  2. 2
    Day 2

    Stone Town tour and spice farm

    Stone TownNungwi

    Morning walking tour of Stone Town. After lunch at a spice farm, continue to your beach hotel in Nungwi.

    Stone Town tourSpice farm tourOld FortHouse of WondersDarajani market
    Stay
    Nungwi beach hotel (Mid-range)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Transport
    Private vehicle
    Travel time
    ≈ 1.5 h
  3. 3
    Day 3

    Beach day in Nungwi

    Nungwi

    Free day on the beach. Optional snorkelling trip to Mnemba Atoll.

    Stay
    Nungwi beach hotel (Mid-range)
    Meals
    Breakfast
  4. 4
    Day 4

    Nungwi and sunset dhow

    Nungwi

    Morning at leisure. In the late afternoon, sail on a traditional dhow as the sun sets.

    Sunset dhow cruise
    Stay
    Nungwi beach hotel (Mid-range)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  5. 5
    Day 5

    Departure

    NungwiZanzibar Airport

    Breakfast and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Transport
    Private transfer
    Travel time
    ≈ 1.5 h
What's included

Included and not included

Included

  • Accommodation as listed
  • Private airport and hotel transfers
  • Stone Town tour with guide and entrances
  • Spice farm tour with lunch
  • Sunset dhow cruise
  • Meals as listed

Not included

  • Flights
  • Zanzibar inbound travel insurance (USD 44, mandatory)
  • Optional activities
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
Services

Stay, transport and guiding

Accommodation

1 night in Stone Town and 3 nights at a Nungwi beach hotel, mid-range.

Transportation

Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and tours.

Meals

Daily breakfast, spice-farm lunch and two dinners.

Guide services

Licensed local guides for the Stone Town and spice tours.

Airport transfers

Included.

Pricing

Price and conditions

Price basis: Per person sharing a double room, mid-range hotels

Minimum group: 2 travellers

Children: Children under 12 sharing with parents: from 50% of the adult rate.

Estimated price vs. confirmed quotation. Prices on this page are estimates. Your final price is confirmed by SASU Tours in a written quotation.

The price can change with

  • Hotel choice and room type
  • Season (Christmas and July–August are peak)
  • Flight or ferry arrival

Prices shown are estimated starting prices and may vary depending on travel dates, availability, accommodation category, park fees, number of travellers and requested services. Final pricing will be confirmed by SASU Tours.

Good to know

Requirements and cancellation

Requirements

  • Zanzibar inbound travel insurance before arrival
  • Modest dress in Stone Town

Cancellation conditions

  • 60 days or more before arrival: deposit refunded minus bank charges
  • 59–30 days: 30% of the tour price
  • 29–8 days: 50% of the tour price
  • 7 days or less, or no-show: 100% of the tour price
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