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7-Day Zanzibar Itinerary: Tropical Bliss and Cultural Wonders

Stone Town Arrival

Day 1: Arrival in Zanzibar

Arrival: Arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.

Accommodation: Boutique hotel in Stone Town (e.g., Emerson Spice or Jafferji House).

Activities:

  • Relax after your flight and enjoy a leisurely dinner with Swahili cuisine.
  • Optional: Evening stroll to Forodhani Gardens for street food and local vibes.
Stone Town Tour

Day 2: Stone Town and Cultural Heritage

Morning:

  • Guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Explore sites like the House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Freddie Mercury’s House.
  • Visit the Slave Market Memorial to learn about Zanzibar's history.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at a rooftop restaurant with ocean views.
  • Shop for souvenirs at local markets.

Evening: Sunset dhow cruise along the Stone Town coastline.

Accommodation: Stay in Stone Town.

Prison Island Tour

Day 3: Prison Island and Spice Tour

Morning: Boat trip to Prison Island to see Aldabra tortoises and snorkel in turquoise waters.

Afternoon:

  • Visit a spice farm to learn about Zanzibar’s history as the “Spice Island.”
  • Interactive cooking demonstration with exotic spices.

Evening: Transfer to Nungwi Beach for a beachfront stay.

Accommodation: Luxury resort or beach hotel (e.g., Zuri Zanzibar or Essque Zalu Zanzibar).

Nungwi Beach

Day 4: Beach Day in Nungwi

Morning: Relax on Nungwi Beach, swim, or enjoy a spa treatment.

Afternoon:

  • Go on a glass-bottom boat tour or snorkeling trip to Mnemba Atoll.
  • Optional: Try water sports like jet-skiing or stand-up paddleboarding.

Evening: Seafood dinner by the beach with a bonfire.

Accommodation: Stay in Nungwi.

Dolphins at Kizimkazi

Day 5: Dolphin Tour and Jozani Forest

Morning: Drive to Kizimkazi for a dolphin spotting tour.

Afternoon:

  • Visit Jozani Forest, home to the rare Red Colobus Monkeys.
  • Walk the mangrove boardwalk and explore unique flora and fauna.

Evening: Transfer to Paje Beach on the southeast coast.

Accommodation: Stay in Paje.

The Rock Restaurant

Day 6: Kite Surfing and The Rock Restaurant

Morning: Take a kite surfing lesson or relax on Paje Beach.

Afternoon: Visit The Rock Restaurant for a unique dining experience.

Evening: Quiet evening with stargazing or a night swim.

Accommodation: Stay in Paje.

Departure from Zanzibar

Day 7: Departure

Morning: Enjoy a final swim or leisurely breakfast.

Midday: Transfer back to Stone Town for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Afternoon: Transfer to the airport for departure.

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