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Zanzibar 5 Days: Stone Town and the East Coast Reef Zanzibar
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Zanzibar 5 Days: Stone Town and the East Coast Reef

Best for: travelers who want a full day in Stone Town and a snorkeling day on the reef.

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5 Days4 nights
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Itinerary ref: ZNZ-007

Overview

Two nights in Stone Town give you time to explore properly, instead of rushing.

You then move to the northeast coast, where a boat trip to the Mnemba Atoll marine area is the centerpiece, and the village life and quieter beaches fill the rest.

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Zanzibar 5 Days: Stone Town and the East Coast Reef
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Day by day

Your 5-day journey

Day 1

Arrival and Stone Town

Airport transfer, then an evening stroll and dinner at Forodhani Gardens.

Day 2

Stone Town in depth

A full day with a local guide through the old town: the Old Fort, Darajani market, historic quarters and museum sites. In the evening, add an optional sunset dhow cruise.

Day 3

Spice farm and the coast

Visit a spice farm in the morning, then transfer to the northeast coast (about 1 hour, confirmed at booking) and settle into your beach lodge.

Day 4

Mnemba Atoll

Take a boat trip to the Mnemba Atoll marine area for snorkeling on the reef. Dolphins are sometimes seen but never guaranteed. The rest of the day is yours.

Day 5

Departure

A relaxed morning, then transfer to the airport.

Why this holiday

Trip highlights

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A full guided day in Stone Town, with an optional sunset dhow cruise

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Spice farm visit

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Snorkeling at the Mnemba Atoll marine area

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Quieter northeast-coast beaches

Where you stay

Your nights, island by island

2 nights in Stone Town and 2 nights on the northeast coast (Matemwe area). Midrange means 3 to 4 star hotels, boutique guesthouses and small beach lodges. We confirm your exact properties when you book.

The fine print, made clear

What's included & what's not

What's Included

  • ✓Airport transfers and transfers between towns or islands as listed
  • ✓Accommodation on the board basis you choose
  • ✓Listed excursions with a guide, and entry fees to listed sites
  • ✓Local taxes where applicable

What's Not Included

  • ✕International and regional flights, visas and travel insurance
  • ✕Drinks, tips and personal expenses
  • ✕Optional activities not listed
Best time to go

When to travel

The drier months are roughly June to October and December to February. The long rains fall roughly March to May.

Pairs well with

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A Tanzania safari, or a Kenya safari such as our Kenya Photographic Big Cat Safari. Flight routing is confirmed at booking.

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