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The Spice Islands
AND THEN,
Trade the dust for turquoise. Ninety minutes from the Serengeti you can be barefoot on white sand with a dhow going past and nothing scheduled until dinner.
- 90 min flight from the Serengeti
- Year-round swimming
- UNESCO Stone Town
Year-Round Sunshine
Protected Reefs
UNESCO Old Town
Direct Operator Pricing
Why bolt it on
THE BEST THING YOU CAN DO
Almost everyone who finishes Kilimanjaro says the same thing on the drive back to Arusha: they want to lie down somewhere warm and not move. Zanzibar is ninety minutes away by air.
It is also a genuine destination in its own right — a thousand years of Swahili, Omani, Persian and Indian history on one small island, with some of the best reef diving in East Africa.
- Direct flights from Seronera and Kilimanjaro Airport
- Warm water and swimmable beaches every month of the year
- Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site in its own right
Pick your island
EXTENSIONS THAT
- 4 days
- Beach
Nungwi Beach Retreat
Four days on the northern tip, where the tide barely moves and you can swim at any hour.
On request
Tailor-made quote
- 2 days
- Culture
Stone Town Cultural
Two days inside the old town — spice markets, carved Omani doors and a working spice farm.
On request
Tailor-made quote
- Half day
- Water
Mnemba Reef Snorkel
A half-day boat trip to the protected Mnemba Atoll — the clearest water on the island.
The shortcut
FLY,
The overland route means a full day in a vehicle to Dar es Salaam followed by a ferry. The flight takes ninety minutes and lands you in Stone Town in time for lunch.
Our Flying Safari add-on connects you directly from Seronera airstrip or Kilimanjaro International, with luggage handled through. It costs $280 per person.
- Direct from Seronera airstrip or Kilimanjaro International
- Ninety minutes door to door instead of a day plus a ferry
- $280 per person, booked as part of your itinerary
A look at it
ZANZIBAR IN PICTURES
No surprises
WHAT'S IN,
Included
- Airport or ferry transfers on Zanzibar
- Accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis
- All guided excursions in the itinerary
- Entry fees for Stone Town sites and the spice farm
- English-speaking local guide throughout
- Bottled water on all excursions
Not included
- Flights to Zanzibar (booked separately)
- Lunches and dinners unless stated
- Travel insurance
- Watersports, diving and spa treatments
- Tips and personal spending
- Anything not listed under Included
Before you ask
STRAIGHT ANSWERS
How do I get to Zanzibar from the Serengeti?
Direct flights run daily from Seronera airstrip and from Kilimanjaro International Airport. Ninety minutes, and it saves a full day of driving plus a ferry.
Do I need a separate visa for Zanzibar?
No. Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so your Tanzanian visa covers it. You will pass a short immigration check and need proof of travel insurance.
What should I wear in Stone Town?
Zanzibar is predominantly Muslim and Stone Town is conservative. Shoulders and knees covered is both respectful and cooler. Beachwear is fine at the resorts.
Which beach should I choose?
Nungwi and Kendwa in the north have minimal tidal variation so you can swim at any hour. Paje and Jambiani on the east have dramatic tides and suit kitesurfing.
Add the coast
END IT
Tell us when your mountain or safari finishes and we will slot Zanzibar onto the end, flights included.