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Zanzibar 7 Days: Stone Town, Paje and the Southern Coast Zanzibar
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Zanzibar 7 Days: Stone Town, Paje and the Southern Coast

Best for: guests who want one beach area with several island and ocean experiences, and time to enjoy them.

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Itinerary ref: ZNZ-009

Overview

Two nights in Stone Town, then four nights on the southeast coast, from where dolphins, forest, reef and village life are all within reach.

The pace is relaxed, with a mix of set excursions and open days.

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Day by day

Your 7-day journey

Day 1

Arrival and Stone Town

Airport transfer, a guided old-town walk and dinner at Forodhani Gardens.

Day 2

Stone Town and Prison Island

A morning boat trip to see the giant tortoises, then markets and the waterfront in the afternoon.

Day 3

Spice farm, Jozani and the coast

Visit a spice farm and Jozani Forest, then continue to the southeast coast (about 1 hour, confirmed at booking).

Day 4

Dolphins and the south

Take a boat trip from the Kizimkazi area to look for dolphins, with a swim stop. Dolphins are never guaranteed, so we use operators that limit boat numbers and keep their distance.

Day 5

Free beach day

Walk the beach or try a kitesurfing lesson (Paje is known for it). The water recedes at low tide on this coast, so swimming times vary through the day.

Day 6

Mnemba Atoll or a village day

Choose a full-day boat trip for snorkeling at Mnemba, or a visit to a seaweed-farming village followed by sunset at Michamvi.

Day 7

Departure

Transfer to the airport (about 1 hour, confirmed at booking).

Why this holiday

Trip highlights

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Stone Town and Prison Island tortoises

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Spice farm and Jozani Forest

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Dolphin-watching trip in the Kizimkazi area

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Choice of Mnemba Atoll snorkeling or a seaweed-farming village day

Where you stay

Your nights, island by island

2 nights in Stone Town and 4 nights on the southeast coast (Paje or Jambiani). 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

Add it to a safari

A 7 to 10 day Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari, or our Kilimanjaro Trek & Serengeti Safari, followed by a beach rest. Flight routing is confirmed at booking.

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