Top Zanzibar Day Trips

Zanzibar offers loads of things to do, but figuring out how to pack multiple highlights into one day can be a challenge for visitors. This tour makes things easy, with a private itinerary that includes Kuza Cave, Jozani Forest, Paje Beach, and the famous Rock Restaurant into one exciting day.

Go on a safari from Zanzibar on this full-day adventure—where you leave the logistics to someone else. Take a flight to Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve and spend the day on game drives looking for wildlife such as lions, elephants, Cape buffalo, giraffe, and hippos. Enjoy a stop for lunch inside the bush and fly back at the end of the day.

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.

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.

Discover the best of Zanzibar with a unique combination of Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank in one seamless experience, departing from Stone Town. Enjoy a professional local guide who shares authentic stories and insights. Relax with comfortable boat transfers, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and white sandy beaches. Perfect for couples, families, and adventure seekers, this tour blends relaxation, nature, and unforgettable island moments.

Visit the forest to see the endemic species of monkeys. Get time to swim with turtles. Explore the hidden beach of Mtende. You will have also free time to explore the beach and village of Paje.

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.

Experience the unique beauty of a sandbank in the middle of the ocean! Departing from Stone Town, board a boat and journey for 30 minutes to reach the secluded destination. Once there, set up a tent for protection from the sun and spend the day relaxing, swimming, and indulging in tropical fruits. Enjoy a delicious seafood picnic lunch while taking in the breathtaking views so as to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and soak in the natural beauty of the ocean.

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.

Step into the heart of Zanzibar’s history with a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through its narrow streets lined with ancient buildings, bustling markets, and grand landmarks like the House of Wonders, the Old Slave Market, and the Sultan’s Palace. Learn about the island’s rich cultural heritage, shaped by Arab, Persian, Indian, and European influences. After exploring Stone Town, take a short boat ride to Prison Island, home to the famous Aldabra giant tortoises. Originally built as a quarantine station, the island offers a mix of history, stunning beaches, and crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming or snorkeling. Meet the century-old tortoises, explore the old prison ruins, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the turquoise ocean surrounding the island.

Discover two of Zanzibar’s most iconic attractions in one unforgettable day. This Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island Boat Tour with Lunch combines history, wildlife, crystal-clear waters, and a freshly prepared seafood BBQ lunch on a stunning white sandbank. Explore the Giant Tortoises at Prison Island Visit Prison Island, home to the famous Aldabra giant tortoises, some over 180 years old. Learn about the island’s history as a former quarantine station and enjoy panoramic views of the turquoise Indian Ocean. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Nakupenda Sandbank, a pristine white sandbank surrounded by crystal-clear waters. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and capture unforgettable photos in one of Zanzibar's most beautiful locations. Enjoy a delicious BBQ seafood lunch including grilled fish, lobster, prawns, calamari, octopus, tropical fruits, and refreshing soft drinks. freshly prepared and served directly on the sandbank. This is a sharing tour, perfect for meeting fellow travelers

Our tour offers an authentic Zanzibar experience, combining the history of Stone Town, the natural beauty and giant tortoises of Prison Island, and the rich flavors of a traditional Spice Farm—all guided by a knowledgeable local who brings the island’s stories and culture to life

Traveller will visit the historic district which is the capital of Zanzibar which concentrate of history and a mix of multiple influences such as British, Portuguese Indian, Omani and Swahili, this is the only tour which will let you explore the oldest part of history in East Africa since stone town was the first town in East Africa. After Stone town Enjoy a 30 minute boat ride with a view of the Stone Town skyline,after arriving on Prison Island your guide will teach you the history and introduce you to the Giant tortoises and will have a chance to explore the Museum full of history about Zanzibar island. After Prison island will have the boat ride to an amazing sandbank which is called Nakupenda which means i love you in Swahili language, enjoy the view of clear crystal water of Indian ocean, here you will have time for snorkelling which will let you enjoy the really marine life of Zanzibar which is unbelievable, Tropical fruits, soft drinks, Seafood platter lunch will be served.

Swim in hidden caves, walk with monkeys, relax on beaches, and stop at the iconic Rock Restaurant.

Pack more into one day than you’d be able to do independently with a private tour of Zanzibar’s highlights. Enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Stone Town before continuing to Prison Island, famous for its giant tortoises and crystalline waters. Wrap up with a visit to a spice farm before returning to your start point.

Get your steps in while exploring Zanzibar at the same time during this private walking tour through Stone Town. An area full of history and culture, you can explore the narrow streets, marvel at the architecture, and visit landmarks like the House of Wonders. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of bustling markets and indulge in delicious local cuisine throughout the journey.

Thise is one among the best snorkeling trip in zanzibar, full day tour including everything such as drinks, soft and alcohol (but alcohol is local beers) Tanzania beers such as Safaris, kilimanjaro and so on,we take a boat and on the Boat you will be with others people because thise is picnic tour and lunc,h BBQ. You can start with snorkeling and there are so many fishes and then Sandbank where you can enjoy, swimming and relaxing but we put the Tant on the Sandbank for sun, and then you go to the lagoon or natural swimming pool where you can enjoy the Garden of Mangroves and then you go inside of Kwale island to see the Old Baobab tree after that lunch time where you can enjoy the foods and also we have othere food for those who are interested with vegetarian foods and after lunch you will be given 30 minutes on the island because there are some shops if you are interested with shopping until 03:00pm we take a boat we go Back to Fumba and then you take your car to your hotel

Begin your experience early, as the morning is the best time to spot dolphins. Start from your location to the Matemwe fishing village, which is one of the oldest capitals on Zanzibar Island. While looking out for dolphins, dive in to snorkel among the wonderful coral reef and the variety of colorful fish and marine creatures. If the dolphins are in a good mood, you can witness them goofing around. As you will be in their natural habitat, there is no guarantee you'll have the chance to swim with the dolphins; your guide will do their best to ensure they are comfortable so you can enjoy their beautiful energy, whether up close or from a distance and also the cherry on top was the fresh fruit platter that our captain put together for us, delicious! We had a private tour which was great because it meant that we got the boat for ourselves.

Get ready for a day of fun in the sun with the Mnemba Snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphins Trip. Kick off your adventure with a scenic boat ride along Zanzibar's beautiful northeast coast, where you might just spot playful dolphins in their natural habitat. If you're lucky, you’ll get to swim alongside these graceful creatures. Then, dive into the stunning Mnemba Marine Reserve for some snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs and a variety of colorful fish. With a friendly crew on hand to keep things safe and enjoyable, this trip is perfect for everyone from beginners to seasoned snorkelers. - Scenic boat ride searching for dolphins along Zanzibar’s coast - Swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat - Snorkel at Mnemba Marine Reserve, famous for its coral reefs - Suitable for all skill levels with a professional crew to assist

Stone Town Discover the beauty of Zanzibar’s coastline on a scenic boat cruise departing from Stone Town around 10.00 am. Depending on the tides, the trip starts from either Cape Town Fish Market or Africa House, ensuring the best sailing conditions. As you cruise along the shoreline, admire Stone Town’s UNESCO-listed architecture from the sea, feel the ocean breeze, and enjoy a peaceful escape on the water. Bawe island Snorkeling The first stop will be in the Bawe island area where you will enjoy snorkeling Sandbank experience Then, experience the Nyange sandbank and savor a BBQ, fresh fruit salad and soft drink for lunch. Take nice pictures which will be memories for a lifetime! Back to the historical Town of Zanzibar After the trip, you will cruise with the boat back to Stone town meeting point around 02.00 pm You can choose from three convenient options: meeting directly at the departure point, transfer from Stone Town hotels only, or transfer from anywhere in Zanzibar Island

Enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle of the city to indulge in a day of leisure and exploration in Zanzibar. Join a small group aboard a traditional dhow to Kwale Island, where you can see ancient baobab trees and snorkel in colorful coral reefs. Dive into the Blue Lagoon and savor a seafood lunch with local beverages, all while soaking up the warm sun.

Pick up at your hotel with our guide for going north east or South of Zanzibar to watch and swim with playful dolphins and snorkeling at the same time, fruits and drinks ( soda and mineral water ) will be included, informative guide tour, tiger entrance fee for marine conservation areas After swimming with Dolphins and snorkeling head to South ( Jambiani )for amazing fun to swim at Kuza cave, the cave is amazing by having different geographic features and amazing cool water that always non seasonable Then, head to the Rock restaurant for the pictures and ask for having lunch incase the clients need if the restaurant is not full packed

Take a walking tour of historic Stone Town and get the chance to visit a massive spice farm without having to book two separate tours with this time-saving private tour, which includes pickup from Stone Town hotels. Your guide shows you the best of Stone Town before taking you to the Tangawizi Spice Farm, where you learn all about how spices are grown and cured.