6 Days Zanzibar Getaway Safari

The adventure of our 6-day Zanzibar getaway commences in Zanzibar City, home to the international airport. Upon your arrival, a friendly driver awaits to greet you and escort you to your accommodation in Stone Town on Zanzibar Island.

After settling in at your charming seaside hotel, take a moment to rejuvenate if not tired take a stroll at the beach, and walk in town or spa for relaxation depending on the time of arrival as you prepare for the next day’s adventures. Enjoy a sundowner and dinner at the hotel.

On this day, you will start the walking tour of Stone Town with your knowledgeable guide. Exploring the diverse architectural styles is a testament to the rich tapestry of cultures that have left their mark on this exotic island–from African and Arab to Indian and European influences.

Go through labyrinthine alleys, marveling at carved wooden doors, elegant archways, and weathered shutters.

Venture to the Arab fort, erected by Omani Arabs following the expulsion of the Portuguese known as an incarceration and military stronghold, today it beckons tourists with its cultural hub, bustling market, an array of dining options, and an enchanting amphitheater.

Visit the House of Wonder, Sultan Palace, the former slave market in Mkunazini, and the fish market in Darajani.

Ending a day filled with exploration, your guide will accompany you back to your historic hotel near the tranquil ocean where you will enjoy the serene ambiance as you savor sundowners and dinner on the hotel’s inviting terrace, basking in the gentle sea breeze and picturesque views.

On this day of your Zanzibar Vacation, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the world of aromatic spices. Explore tropical fruit markets and spice plantations, where a plethora of spices thrive under the island sun.

These aromatic treasures hold a significant place in the lives of the Zanzibaris, used not only in their cuisine but also in medicine, traditional remedies, dyes, and decorative henna for festivals and celebrations.

Learning the flourishing growth of cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, nutmeg, and turmeric root in the plantations, beautifully explains why Zanzibar is aptly known as The Spice Island. After a moment in the intoxicating scents of the spice plantations, you will enjoy local spicy foods and buy unique souvenirs to cherish.

Return to your hotel and unwind on the beach, sipping sundowners and enjoying delightful cocktail treats as you watch the sunset over the horizon. Conclude your day with a dinner and evening retreat, falling asleep to the soothing melodies of the Indian Ocean waves.

Safari Blue trip is a full-day tour along Menai Bay, which is one of the best coral reefs in Zanzibar.

Upon arrival at Fumba, guests receive a briefing on the Safari Blue experience and a demonstration of life jacket usage. Boarding the traditional dhow, we set sail to begin our exploration of Menai Bay.

The tour activities include a visit to sandbanks,  swimming and snorkeling in the transparent waters, a stop at Kwale island with its natural green lagoon, and climbing the ancient Baobab tree for panoramic views of the island.

Sighting the mistress of marine life, including colorful fishes and other sea creatures, thriving amidst the coral reefs and underwater flora that constitute the bay’s barrier reef ecosystem.

During the tour enjoy the fresh seafood barbeque; Octopus, Lobsters, squids, Calamaris, Fishes. Exotic fresh fruit tastings like Banana, Watermelon, Pineapple, and Mangoes. This will be the best adventurous moment stay in Zanzibar Islands, and you will understand why we call this “Blue Safari”

At the shores of Stone Town, in the western part of Zanzibar Island, lies Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island. It takes a 25-minute ride on a traditional dhow to this historical site, once a prison for slaves and a quarantine station for those afflicted with “Yellow Fever.”

Today, it offers a unique opportunity for sightseeing and a rich history.  The island’s main attraction is the popular Giant Tortoises, which can live up to 200 years. In this tour, you will get a chance to explore and learn the history of these beautiful creatures and also about Prison Island itself.

Once on the island, you have the opportunity to feed and pet the tortoise as you venture into the forested interior with species like peacocks, bats, and butterflies. Keep a keen eye out for the elusive Duikers, a diminutive and uncommon tiny antelope.

Therefore after all the information about the Island, you will have time for lunch, swimming & relaxing on the beach with the sights of the ocean. Transfer back to the hotel on a dhow boat ride.

Depending on your flight time, you will enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out to catch your flight back home to the airport.