Historic Stone Town & Tropical Beaches: 5 days Zanzibar
5-Day Zanzibar Getaway (1 Night Stone Town + 3 Nights Beach) — Arrive/Depart ZNZ
This 5-day Zanzibar escape is designed for travelers arriving and departing from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Spend Night 1 in historic Stone Town, then unwind with three nights on the beach before your Day 5 departure. Pricing shows itemized per person for Budget, Discovery, and Premier categories (based on two travelers sharing).
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival (ZNZ) • Stone Town
Meet & greet at ZNZ. Private transfer to your Stone Town hotel. Guided walking tour (time permitting): Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, Darajani Market. Optional sunset dhow cruise.
Day 2 – Transfer to Beach • Prison Island & Nakupenda (Optional)
Morning transfer to your beach hotel (North/East/South Coast). Optional half-day boat trip to Prison Island with giant tortoises, snorkel stop, and lunch at Nakupenda Sandbank. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 3 – Beach Day • Optional Mnemba Island Snorkeling
Relax at the beach or join a full/half-day snorkeling trip near Mnemba (conditions permitting). Evening at leisure.
Day 4 – Beach Day • Optional Activities
Free day for kitesurfing (Paje), SUP/kayak, spa, village visit (Jambiani/Nungwi), or another sunset dhow cruise.
Day 5 – Departure (ZNZ)
Private transfer from your beach hotel to ZNZ for your outbound flight.
Itemized Costs (Per Person)
Assumes 2 travelers sharing a room. Prices shown include private airport transfers, selected tours, and taxes as listed. International airfare, visa, and travel insurance are excluded.
Budget Category — Guesthouse in Stone Town + Budget Beach Hotel
| Item | Cost (USD, per person) |
| Airport Transfers (ZNZ → Stone Town, Beach → ZNZ) | $50 |
| 1 Night Stone Town (B&B) | $90 |
| 3 Nights Beach (B&B) | $300 |
| Stone Town Walking Tour | $40 |
| Optional Prison Island + Nakupenda (seat-in-boat) | $60 |
| Meals (simple lunches/dinners) | $120 |
| Local Taxes & Fees | $20 |
| TOTAL | $680 |
Discovery Category — Boutique Hotel in Stone Town + Mid‑Range Beach Resort
| Item | Cost (USD, per person) |
| Airport Transfers (private, 2 ways) | $60 |
| 1 Night Stone Town (B&B) | $140 |
| 3 Nights Beach (HB/BB) | $540 |
| Stone Town Tour (professional guide) | $60 |
| Prison Island + Nakupenda (enhanced service) | $90 |
| Meals (half‑board upgrade/à la carte) | $180 |
| Local Taxes & Fees | $30 |
| TOTAL | $1,100 |
Premier Category — 4–5★ Boutique & Luxury Beach Resort
| Item | Cost (USD, per person) |
| VIP Airport Transfers (private) | $100 |
| 1 Night Stone Town (luxury, B&B) | $240 |
| 3 Nights Beach (luxury, HB/AI) | $1,350 |
| Private Stone Town Experience | $120 |
| Prison Island + Nakupenda (private boat) | $160 |
| Meals (half‑board or all‑inclusive top‑up) | $330 |
| Local Taxes & Conservation Fees | $40 |
| TOTAL | $2,340 |
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Inclusions: Private airport transfers, accommodation per category (1 night Stone Town + 3 nights beach), Stone Town tour, optional Prison Island/Nakupenda as listed, and local taxes/fees.
- Exclusions: International airfare, visa, travel insurance, beverages, tips, additional optional activities (e.g., Mnemba snorkeling, kitesurfing), and personal expenses.
- Pricing is indicative and varies by season, room type, coast (North/East/South), and availability.