5-Day Zanzibar Beach Holiday
trip overview
Five relaxed days of beach, culture and spice-island flavour.
This 5-day Zanzibar getaway is based at a beachfront hotel in Nungwi, on the island's northern tip, known for its powder-white sand and calm turquoise water. In between beach days, you'll spend a full day exploring Stone Town, Zanzibar's UNESCO-listed old city, and a morning on a spice farm, before finishing with a free day to relax or add optional activities.
Trip Highlights
day-by-day itinerary
Where you go, what you do, and where you sleep each night.
You'll stay all four nights at a beachfront hotel in Nungwi. Additional accommodation before or after can be arranged for an extra cost.
Arrival & Transfer to Nungwi
You'll be met on arrival at Zanzibar's Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and transferred to your hotel in Nungwi, on the island's northern tip — around a 1–1.5 hour drive.
The rest of the day is free to settle in, relax on the beach and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Stone Town Tour
After breakfast, you'll be driven south to Stone Town, Zanzibar's historic old city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A local guide will walk you through its narrow alleyways, past the House of Wonders, the Old Fort, the Old Slave Market and its memorial, and the famous carved Zanzibari doors.
You'll also pass through the local markets, with time to browse spices, textiles and souvenirs, before being driven back to your hotel in Nungwi for the evening.
Spice Tour & Free Afternoon
After breakfast, you'll set off on a guided tour of a spice farm, where you'll see, smell and taste the cloves, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and tropical fruit that earned Zanzibar its name as the Spice Island.
You'll enjoy lunch before returning to Nungwi, with the rest of the afternoon free to swim, relax or stroll along the beach.
Free Day at the Beach
Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Relax on the white sand, swim in the warm, calm water of Nungwi or spend time by the pool.
If you'd like to do more, we can arrange optional activities at an extra cost, such as a snorkelling trip, a sunset dhow cruise or a sandbank visit — just ask when booking.
Free Morning & Departure
Enjoy a final free morning at the beach or by the pool before checking out. You'll be transferred back to the airport in time for your onward flight, marking the end of your Zanzibar stay.
what's included
Exactly what's covered — and what isn't.
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- 4 nights beachfront hotel in Nungwi (twin/double occupancy)
- Meals as listed on the day-by-day itinerary above
- Full-day guided Stone Town tour with local guide
- Guided spice farm tour with lunch
- Private ground transfers throughout
- Stone Town entrance fees where applicable
- Flights to and from Zanzibar
- Travel & medical insurance (required)
- Dinners and lunches not listed in the itinerary
- Alcoholic & bottled soft drinks
- Optional activities such as snorkelling, dhow cruises or sandbank visits
- Souvenirs & personal expenses
- Tips for your guide & driver
- Additional accommodation before or after the tour
Important to know before booking
- Zanzibar is reached by a short flight (roughly 45–75 minutes) from Arusha, Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam — flights are not included and should be booked separately or added to your quote.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the trip can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Stone Town is a conservative, historic town — modest dress covering shoulders and knees is appreciated, especially near mosques and religious sites.
- A Tanzania e-Visa is required for most nationalities and covers Zanzibar as well as the mainland — apply at immigration.go.tz at least 3 weeks before travel.
- A yellow fever certificate may be required depending on your transit country.
pricing
What you'll pay — no hidden extras.
| Option | Price per person | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5-day Zanzibar beach holiday 4 nights beachfront hotel, meals as listed, Stone Town and spice tours included | $1,500 | Per person, twin/double sharing |
Payment & extras
A deposit confirms your booking, with the balance due before departure. Full terms are on our booking policy page.
Flights to and from Zanzibar, and any additional accommodation, can be arranged and quoted separately.
Ready to book your Zanzibar getaway?
Reach out and we'll confirm hotel availability for your dates and send you a full quote.
frequently asked questions
Questions we get asked most often.
Zanzibar is reached by a short flight of roughly 45–75 minutes from Arusha, Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam. Flights aren't included in this package but we're happy to help you book them or add them to your quote.
Yes — this is a popular add-on after a Kilimanjaro climb or northern circuit safari. Let us know your other travel dates and we can arrange the connecting flight and transfers.
Yes. Additional nights in Nungwi or elsewhere on the island can be arranged for an extra cost — just let us know when booking.
Stone Town is a historic, largely Muslim town, so modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is recommended, particularly around mosques and religious buildings. Beachwear is fine back at your hotel in Nungwi.
Most nationalities need a Tanzania e-Visa, available at immigration.go.tz, which also covers Zanzibar. A yellow fever certificate may be required depending on your transit country.
We recommend taking out travel insurance as soon as you confirm your booking. Full cancellation and payment terms are on our booking policy page.
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