Top Zanzibar Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Increase your chances of spotting some of Tanzania’s rarest marine life (e.g. swimming with bottlenose dolphins.) during a snorkeling tour that takes you to some of the best wildlife-watching spots around Mnemba Island and also enjoying seafood lunch BBQ.

Increase your chances of spotting some of Tanzania’s rarest marine life during a snorkeling tour that takes you to some of the best wildlife-watching spots around Mnemba Island.

Step back in time and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with our expertly guided walking tour. Wander through winding alleys lined with carved wooden doors, vibrant markets, and historical landmarks that tell the stories of centuries of trade, culture, and resistance. Our knowledgeable local guide will lead you through iconic sites including the Old Fort, House of Wonders, the Sultan’s Palace, Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, and the former Slave Market. Along the way, you’ll gain deep insights into Zanzibar’s Arab, Swahili, Indian, and European influences—all while soaking in the city’s unique charm and atmosphere. This tour is not just sightseeing—it’s storytelling. Feel the heartbeat of Zanzibar in its people, flavors, architecture, and traditions. Whether you’re a history lover, cultural explorer, or curious traveler, this immersive walking tour is the perfect way to experience the essence of Stone Town.

Set sail for Mneba Island in the comfort of a traditional dhow boat with this tour . This beautiful island is celebrated for its colorful marine life and its crystalline waters, making it a great place to swim and snorkel using provided equipment. If you’re lucky, you may even spot wild dolphins along the way.

Embark on a full-day Zanzibar adventure starting with Prison Island, where giant tortoises roam and history whispers from the old colonial prison. Then, escape to the pristine Nakupenda Sandbank, a white-sand paradise in the turquoise sea, and savor a delicious BBQ lunch on the beach as you swim, sunbathe, and snap unforgettable photos. Finally, step into the heart of Zanzibar with a Stone Town tour, wandering winding streets, colorful markets, and historic landmarks like the Old Fort and Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, while uncovering the island’s rich culture and heritage. This all-in-one experience blends history, relaxation, and local life for a truly unforgettable day.

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.

This tour is a walking tour in a spice farm (shamba). While there, you shall see how the spices, herbs and fruits grow and are cultivated. Your tour guide will describe how the crops can be used. You will be smelling and tasting spices, herbs and tropical fruits such as clove, lemongrass, nutmeg, cinnamon, turmeric, vanilla, coconuts, papaya, chili, black pepper, jackfruit, cardamom, cassava and oranges. Other Highlights: • Kidichi Persian Baths - built in 1850 by Seyyid Said bin Sultan for his Persian wife Princess Sheherezade granddaughter of the Shah of Persia. • Walking tour of Zanzibar spice farms and plantations • Cooking class option in the spice farm is available on request • Get a glimpse of local life by exploring on foot • Tasty tropical fruits & spices • Learn about Zanzibar history and culture • Perfect time to shop for spices

Combine a visit to a spice farm with a tour of Stone Town on this excursion, which unlike many Zanzibar day tours includes lunch in the cost of the tour. Start in Stone Town, where you can learn about the city's architecture and history before continuing to a spice farm to learn about spices, watch a cooking demonstration, and enjoy your included lunch.

Immerse yourself in Stone Town’s food scene with a guide who knows the city well on this private evening tour. You'll visit the Darajani Market to see fruits and vegetables on display before continuing to a local bar to watch the sunset. You'll the head out to Forodhani Garden to sample local foods ranging from urojo soup to Zanzibar pizza before returning to your hotel.

See the best of Stone Town with a guide who knows it well on this private walking tour. You'll visit top attractions such as the Anglican Cathedral and the Old Slave Market, pass by the House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib), and spend time browsing the stalls of the perpetually busy Daranjani Bazaar.

Learn about Stone Town's history with your own private guide to lead the way by booking this tour, which includes round-trip transportation from area hotels. You'll see monuments related to the slave trade, learn about handicraft traditions, and visit key attractions such as the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, the Freddie Mercury Museum, and the Palace Museum.

Explore the highlights of the historic city of Stone Town on this guided walking tour through the city. You'll travel down narrow lanes and through lively markets, stopping near sights such as the Palace Museum and the Anglican Cathedral. As this is a private tour, you'll have lots of flexibility to stop along the way for snacks and shopping, too.

Make sure you get to see the highlights of Stone Town with this tour that takes you to see the popular spots. Allow your guide to meet you and lead you through the area, so you don't have to worry about getting lost, and to accommodate any requests. Rest assured that all fees and taxes are included in your booking. Plus, this tour is wheelchair accessible and service animals are welcome.

Get to know Stone Town in comfort on this private tour. Walk through the winding streets of Stone Town and learn about the architecture and the stories behind the buildings from your guide. Customize your itinerary to suit your interests and visit the Old Slave Market, the House of Wonders, and more.

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.

Let a local guide help you find your way around Stone Town on this private tour of the city. You'll visit sights such as the Housse of Wonders, Forodhani Park, and the Old Slave Market, before heading over to Darajani Bazaar, where you can do a bit of shopping. You'll also make a quick stop at Freddie Mercury's house to take photos (from the outside) and many other locations.

Get from point A to point B with ease and efficiency when you pre-book this private transfer service from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Meet your driver directly at the airport and receive a swift transfer to your accommodation located in Zanzibar City. This is a budget-friendly way to get you to your destination.

Marvel at the stunning natural beach environment of Tanzania with this immersive blue experience. Cruise on a boat to the conservation region of Menai Bay to arrive at a natural sandbank. From here you'll have the opportunity to snorkel, sunbathe and sample fresh tropical fruit. Afterwards, head to a near-bye island to indulge in a freshly prepared seafood feast lunch.

See the dolphins in Zanzibar and continue the day with an island picnic and snorkeling. This day excursion takes you to the Indian Ocean to meet the dolphins, relax and enjoy the nature. Zanzibar dolphin tour after finding a way to operate it ethically. The boat captains are specially trained to operate sustainable and respectfully towards the dolphins. Since we can guarantee 97% if you follow our instructions for the time we will give you be sure to meet the dolphine we make sure you enjoy your day by including a picnic the Invisible Island and snorkeling in the nearby coral reefs

You are welcome to visit one of Zanzibar's best kept secrets – (Turtles Sanctuary) – a unique swimming pool in Unguja Zanzibar. A special place to reconnect with nature, explore the underground life, relax and enjoy the peace while swimming and taking photos with the turtles and beautiful birds from the above. You won't want to leave swimming with the Turtles and making unforgettable memories . Enjoy the peaceful cave.

Our experience has shown that every guest has different interests. For this reason, we always adapt the tour individually to the wishes of our guests.

Take a whirlwind adventure to the Tanzanian mainland, where you'll go on a game drive in the Selous Game Reserve, on this small-group tour, which includes round-trip flights from Zanzibar. All sorts of creatures call the park home, including hippopotamuses, lions, elephants, and wild dogs.

Combine a visit to an organic spice farm with a cooking class on this private tour. You'll see a variety of spices right where they're grown, including vanilla, cardamom, and nutmeg. You'll also get to attend a cooking demonstration to learn how to make a traditional Zanzibari dish, after which you’ll sit down to a lunch of local fare.