Zanzibar 5-Day Island Getaway Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Stone Town Exploration

Morning: Arrive at Zanzibar Airport and transfer to your 4-star hotel in Stone Town. Take time to settle in and refresh.

Afternoon: Explore the historical Stone Town Old City, visiting landmarks like the House of Wonders and the Old Fort.

Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a local restaurant with views of the Forodhani Gardens night market and try some fresh seafood.

Day 2: Spice Tour & Beach Relaxation

Morning: Take a guided Spice Farm Tour just outside Stone Town to see and smell exotic spices that helped shape Zanzibar’s history.

Afternoon: Head to Nungwi Beach in the north for sunbathing and swimming in crystal clear waters.

Evening: Dine at a beachfront restaurant and enjoy the sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Day 3: Safari Blue Adventure

Morning: Embark on the famous Safari Blue Tour — a full day boat trip with snorkeling, dolphin spotting, and a seafood lunch on a sandbank.

Afternoon: Continue enjoying snorkeling and relaxing on the secluded islands within the Menai Bay Conservation Area.

Evening: Return to your hotel and unwind after a day of adventure.

Day 4: Jozani Forest & Cultural Experience

Morning: Visit the Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park to see the rare Red Colobus monkeys and explore the mangrove boardwalk.

Afternoon: Return to Stone Town for some last-minute shopping for souvenirs at Darajani Market.

Evening: Enjoy a cultural dinner show featuring traditional Taarab music and dances.

Day 5: Departure

Morning: Leisurely breakfast at the hotel followed by a short stroll on the beach.

Afternoon: Check out and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight back to Dubai.

Evening: Arrival in Dubai in the early evening.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Flight (Round-trip Dubai-Zanzibar) - Approx. 5.5 hours each way, AED 3,000 per person
• 4-Star Hotel (4 nights in Stone Town) - AED 2,500 total for double occupancy
• Stone Town City Tour - 3 hours, AED 100 per person
• Spice Tour - 3 hours, AED 150 per person
• Safari Blue Tour (Full Day) - approx. 7 hours, AED 400 per person
• Jozani Forest Visit - 3 hours, AED 100 per person
• Dinner & Cultural Show - 2 hours, AED 100 per person
• Local Transport & Miscellaneous - AED 300 total
• Total Estimated Cost: AED 6,500

Tips

If you wish to extend your trip, consider adding a day to relax more on the pristine beaches of Kendwa or explore nearby islands like Prison Island for snorkeling and turtle watching. To reduce the trip, combine the Spice Tour and Stone Town exploration into one half-day and skip the cultural dinner show to save time while still enjoying key highlights.