Top Zanzibar Volunteer Tours

Get more out of your trip to Zanzibar by prebooking this private walking tour that lets you explore the city with a private guide who focuses just on you. This is an ideal pick for first-time visitors who want to get a breakdown of the city, so they can gain a deeper understanding of its culture while finding their footing there, too.

While many Zanzibar tours focus on beaches, historic buildings, and/or wildlife, this walking tour takes a different approach, bringing you into the heart of local communities so you can learn about life on the island. Your guide from the Assalam Community Foundation will take you to a fishing village and on tours of a permaculture farm and a community school. Your experience wraps up with a cooking lesson and lunch.

Take a trip out to Prison Island with your own private guide on this tour. You'll see the old prison, that was built but never used, have some time to check out the island's sandy beach, do a bit of snorkeling, and get the chance to see giant tortoises that live on the island.

Meet giant 100-year-old tortoises on Prison Island plus relax on the stunning Nakupenda Sandbank with fresh seafood BBQ lunch. Small groups, licensed local guide, and direct beach departure from LiTwo top Zanzibar attractions in one day. Feed giant Aldabra tortoises, explore 1893 prison ruins, then swim in turquoise water at Nakupenda Sandbank. Includes seafood feast and time to relax. Perfect for families and couples. vingstone. Skip the crowds - we leave early at 9:30 AM.

Experience Zanzibar's culture in one seamless day: organic spice farm tasting, authentic Swahili lunch, and a deep historical journey through UNESCO's Stone Town with expert local guides!

Discover two of Zanzibar’s most iconic treasures in one unforgettable day! Start your journey at Prison Island, famous for its rich history and giant Aldabra tortoises, some over 150 years old. Wander through the old prison ruins, learn fascinating stories, and capture incredible photos with these gentle giants. Then, escape to paradise at Nakupenda Sandbank, a stunning stretch of white sand surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters. Relax under the sun, swim in the Indian Ocean, or snorkel among colorful tropical fish. Enjoy a freshly prepared seafood lunch on the sandbank while soaking in breathtaking views of the endless horizon. This experience is the perfect mix of history, adventure, and pure relaxation—making it a must-do for anyone visiting Zanzibar.

Kick off your Zanzibar adventure in Stone Town City with a stay at the historic Tembo House Hotel, where Arabian charm meets oceanfront views. Students will explore winding alleys, bustling markets, and centuries-old heritage sites just steps from the hotel, experiencing the town’s history, culture, and daily life. Then travel north to Nungwi set on one of Zanzibar’s most beautiful beaches, where students can relax, swim in turquoise waters & enjoy stunning sunsets. The program continues with visits to aromatic spice farms, UNESCO-listed Stone Town, and a seaside lunch at Cape Town Fish Market. Students take a short boat ride to Prison Island to meet giant tortoises and explore historic ruins, learn about sustainability at Chako Zanzibar Recycling Center, and experience Jambiani Village life through traditional crafts, a local school visit, and a seaweed farm tour. In Nungwi, they swim with turtles at Baraka Natural Aquarium, visit the fish market, and watch traditional dhow building.

Explore the enchanting beauty of Zanzibar on a 5-day island retreat, where relaxation meets adventure. Enjoy swimming with dolphins, snorkeling in the crystal-clear Blue Lagoon, and discovering the rich history of Stone Town. Stay at a carefully selected hotel or beach resort anywhere in Zanzibar, tailored to your preferences and budget. Immerse yourself in local culture, encounter unique wildlife, and savor delicious cuisine, including the opportunity to visit the famous The Rock Restaurant. This experience is perfect for couples, solo travelers, families, and beach lovers seeking an unforgettable island getaway. Package Highlights: 4 nights accommodation at a selected hotel or beach resort in Zanzibar - Swim with dolphins and visit a turtle aquarium - Explore Jozani Forest and snorkel in the Blue Lagoon - Guided tour of Stone Town and a traditional spice farm - Opportunity to visit the iconic The Rock Restaurant

Begin in Stone Town at Mizingani Seafront Hotel, where Arabian charm meets oceanfront views. Explore winding alleys, spice markets, and UNESCO sites, savoring Zanzibari lunch at Lukmaan. Join a guided Spice Tour through plantations, tasting fresh fruits and spices. Continue to Jambiani’s Blue Oyster Hotel on white sands, then boat to Prison Island for giant tortoises and swimming. Discover Maalum Cave’s underground pool in Paje for swimming or cliff-jumping, or Salaam Cave’s turtle-filled aquarium. Explore Jozani Forest’s red colobus monkeys with guides, then dine at The Rock Restaurant over Pingwe beach, enjoying seafood and views. Sail on Safari Blue to Kwale Island for snorkeling and sandbanks. Visit northern gems: swim with turtles at Baraka Aquarium, see Nungwi’s fish market, and traditional dhow building. Unwind at Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel, with breathtaking sunsets completing your escape.

Learn about Zanzibar's wildlife and its cultural history with this private tour, which combines time in nature with the chance to hang out at The Rock, a famous restaurant on its own island. You'll take a dolphin-spotting cruise, look for red colobus monkeys at Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, learn about Swahili history at Kuza Cave, and do some swimming and sunbathing at Paje Beach.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and stunning nature of Zanzibar on this unique day tour. Start by visiting the Maasai World Village, where you’ll engage with the Maasai people, experience their traditional dances, and even try your hand at archery. Then, explore the lush Jozani Forest, home to the rare red colobus monkeys and diverse plant life, followed by a tranquil visit to Salaam Cave Aquarium to swim with sea turtles in a breathtaking lagoon. - Comfortable hotel pick-up for a stress-free start - Engage with the Maasai culture through dance, archery, and crafts - Explore Jozani Forest and spot rare wildlife in its natural habitat - Swim and feed sea turtles in the stunning Salaam Cave lagoon

See the highlights of Zanzibar in just one day with this private tour. You'll learn about Zanzibari history as you visit some of Stone Town’s most historic buildings. You'll then visit Prison Island to see giant tortoises and do a bit of snorkeling before making your way to a spice farm to see, smell, and taste freshly grown spices and fruits.

Combining a spice tour and a Stone Town tour gives you the complete cultural and historical story of Zanzibar. A spice tour engages your senses by letting you smell, touch, and taste fresh vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves right on the farm, explaining why the island earned its famous nickname. Meanwhile, a Stone Town walking tour uncovers the human and architectural history behind that trade, taking you through winding alleyways, vibrant markets, and historical sites like the former slave market. Together, these two experiences connect the rural plantations that grew the wealth with the ancient coastal city that traded it to the world, offering a deeply meaningful and well-rounded visit.

Discover Zanzibar’s vibrant spice heritage on an exciting bike tour through lush plantations. Pedal along scenic paths surrounded by tropical trees, fragrant spices, and colorful crops as your knowledgeable guide shares fascinating insights into the island’s history and the cultivation of cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and more. Stop at local farms to see, smell, and taste fresh spices, herbs, and fruits, and learn traditional uses in cooking, medicine, and daily life. This immersive adventure combines active exploration, cultural discovery, and sensory delights, offering travelers a unique and memorable experience of Zanzibar’s spice-rich landscapes and traditions.

Combine a walk through Jozani Forest with a visit to a nearby butterfly sanctuary by booking this private experience. You'll take a guided tour through Jozani National Park, known for its variety of plants and trees as well as for its large population of endemic red colobus monkeys. You'll then visit the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, one of the largest butterfly exhibits in Africa.

Mnemba Island is a protected marine reserve, home to a huge variety of tropical fish and marine life, including lionfish, stingrays, and sea turtles. With this tour, cruise out to the island, dive in to swim and snorkel in the marine park, and enjoy a scrumptious seafood lunch before heading back to Zanzibar City.