5-Day Trip · 4 comfort levels
From
$1,995
per person
Indicative prices per person for 2 adults sharing a room. Your written quote confirms the final price.
Two nights in Stone Town and two on the quiet east coast, with a spice tour, Mnemba snorkelling, Jozani Forest and a candlelit dinner on the beach.
This holiday balances culture, nature and beach time across five easy days. You begin in Stone Town, where the old town's lanes, carved doors and markets tell the story of Zanzibar's Swahili and Omani past.
A spice farm, a day snorkelling the reefs around Mnemba Atoll and a walk in Jozani Forest, home to the rare red colobus monkey, show you the island's natural side.
You then move to the east coast at Paje or Bwejuu, where palm-lined beaches and wide lagoons make a peaceful end to the trip, with a candlelit dinner on the sand on your last evening.
Best months to travel: Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct · Dec · Jan · Feb
The route stays the same at every level. What changes is where you sleep, how you travel and how much is arranged for you.
From $1,995per person
$399–$550 per day · $1,995–$2,750 for 5 days
Comfortable, well-rated hotels and the island's best-known excursions at a sensible price, with plenty of free time on the beach.
From $2,995per person
$599–$799 per day · $2,995–$3,995 for 5 days
Upgraded hotels and beach resorts with better rooms, attractive beach access and more refined dining.
From $4,250per person
$850–$1,200 per day · $4,250–$6,000 for 5 days
Premium beachfront resorts and boutique hotels, a higher room category and a more personal approach to every day.
From $12,800per person
$2,560–$5,550 per day · $12,800–$27,750 for 5 days
Exceptional villas and suites for special celebrations. The price depends heavily on the property and dates, so we quote it individually.
These are indicative planning prices per person, based on 2 adults sharing a room. They are not confirmed quotations.
Your final cost depends on your travel dates, the hotels and room types you choose, the meal plan and whether excursions are shared or private. We confirm your price and hotels in writing before you pay a deposit.
To request a price for one traveller or a group of three to six, select your group size in the booking box and Ombeni will quote you directly.
Your private vehicle and guide are shared only by your own party, so the more of you there are, the less each person pays.
Day 1
Our representative meets you at Zanzibar International Airport, helps with your luggage and drives you to your hotel in Stone Town. The afternoon is free to rest after your journey or take a first stroll to the seafront.
In the evening, you enjoy a welcome dinner of Swahili dishes with international touches.
Day 2
A guide shows you the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Old Fort, the House of Wonders (under restoration), the Sultan's Palace and the house where Freddie Mercury was born, now a small museum.
After a Zanzibari lunch at a local restaurant, you visit a spice farm to see, smell and taste the island's famous spices. In the evening, you can add a sunset dhow cruise from the harbour.
Day 3
You drive to Matemwe on the north-east coast and take a boat to the reefs around Mnemba Atoll, known for clear water, coral gardens and tropical fish, with a chance of seeing dolphins. A picnic lunch follows, with more time to snorkel or relax.
Afterwards, you continue down the east coast to your beach hotel for two nights by the sea.
Day 4
In the morning, you visit Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, the island's only national park, to look for the red colobus monkey, found only on Zanzibar, and walk the boardwalk through the mangroves.
The afternoon is free for the beach, the pool or a spa treatment. In the evening, you enjoy a candlelit dinner on the beach.
Day 5
Enjoy a last swim and a relaxed breakfast before your transfer to the airport, about an hour away. If your flight is late, we can arrange a short village visit on the way.
Pick your comfort level, then choose a stay for each part of the route. Your choices go with your booking request. Ombeni confirms availability and your final price, and suggests a similar stay if one is full.
Your nights on this trip
Nights 1–2
Heritage hotel on the seafront
Shangani, Stone Town
A restored seafront building in the Shangani quarter, on the small town beach facing the harbour. Rooms keep a traditional Zanzibari style, and the historic streets, Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort are a short walk away.
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Boutique town hotel
Gizenga Street, Stone Town
A boutique hotel in the heart of Stone Town, just behind the House of Wonders and the Old Fort. Its rooftop terrace has wide views over the old town's roofs and out to the Indian Ocean.
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Boutique town house
Behind the Old Fort, Stone Town
A former family home in the heart of Stone Town turned into a small boutique hotel, with individually decorated suites full of African fabrics and antiques. Its rooftop looks out over the old town's roofs and minarets.
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Luxury seafront hotel
Shangani seafront, Stone Town
A luxury hotel on the Stone Town seafront that includes the restored Mambo Msiige, one of the town's historic houses. Many rooms look out over the Indian Ocean and the dhows passing the harbour.
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Restored merchant's house
Central Stone Town
A restored 19th-century merchant's house in the old town, with individually decorated rooms full of carved wood, stained glass and antiques. Its rooftop restaurant is one of the best places in Stone Town to watch the sunset.
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Heritage hotel on the seafront
Shangani seafront, Stone Town
A seafront hotel in Shangani made from restored historic buildings, decorated with Zanzibari chests, carved doors and Persian rugs. Its terraces face the ocean, and the old town begins at the back door.
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Nights 3–4
Boutique beach hotel
Paje, south-east coast
A boutique hotel at the edge of Paje, about an hour from Stone Town, with rooms around several pools and a short walk to the beach. Paje's wide lagoon is one of the best places on the island for kitesurfing.
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Small beach hotel
Paje, south-east coast
A small, relaxed hotel a few steps from Paje beach, with a homely feel and a garden pool. It is a good-value base for families and couples who want to be close to the sand and Paje's cafes.
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Small beachfront hotel
Matemwe, north-east coast
A small, quiet beachfront hotel at Matemwe, close to the boats that leave for the Mnemba reefs. It suits couples looking for a calm base away from the busier beaches.
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All-inclusive luxury villa resort
Bwejuu, south-east coast
An all-inclusive resort of around 30 villas on Bwejuu beach, built in a palace-like Swahili and Omani style. Every villa has its own plunge pool, and a butler looks after each stay, which makes it a favourite for honeymoons.
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Boutique luxury beach resort
Pongwe, east coast
A small, award-winning resort on the east coast at Pongwe, with villas, bungalows and suites set along a quiet beach. Its size keeps it peaceful and personal.
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| Months | What to expect |
|---|---|
| June to October | Generally dry, sunny and comfortably warm. The most popular time for beach holidays and boat trips. |
| December to February | Hot and mostly dry, with calm seas that suit swimming and snorkelling. |
| March and November | More changeable, with some showers. Plans may need a little flexibility. |
| April and May | The long rains. Some excursions can be affected, but the island is quieter and some hotels offer better rates. |
Tell us your travel dates, the number of travellers, your preferred comfort level and whether you are arriving from abroad or after a safari or climb. We confirm your hotels, excursions and final price in writing before you pay.
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Indicative prices per person for 2 adults sharing a room. Your written quote confirms the final price.
From
$1,995
per person
