The Spice Islands Finale
Zanzibar Island Retreat
Extend your safari with an island finale. Pristine white beaches, turquoise Indian Ocean waters, and spice-scented Stone Town make Zanzibar the perfect contrast to the raw bush.
- Where
- Zanzibar
- Best time
- June–October and December–February
- Length
- 3–6 nights recommended
- Ideal for
- Ending a safari
Overview
The experience
Extend your safari with an island finale. Pristine white beaches, turquoise Indian Ocean waters, and spice-scented Stone Town make Zanzibar the perfect contrast to the raw bush. After days of dust and dawn game drives, we hand you over to barefoot luxury — private beachfront villas, dhow sunset cruises, and reef snorkeling in some of the clearest water on the continent. It is less an add-on than the intended final chapter of a Tanzania journey.
What to expect
- Stone Town heritage walk
- Spice farm visit
- Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll
- Sunset dhow cruise
At a glance
- Where
- Zanzibar
- Best time
- June–October and December–February.
- Length
- 3–6 nights recommended
- Ideal for
- Ending a safari, honeymoons and families
How it works
What it looks like on the ground
- Day 1-2
Stone Town & Spice Farms
Wander the UNESCO-listed alleys of Stone Town, then visit a working spice farm to taste cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon straight from the source.
- Day 3-5
Northern Beach Escape
Transfer to the powder-white beaches of the north shore. Days are unstructured — snorkel the reef, sail a traditional dhow, or simply do nothing at all.
- Day 6
Sunset Dhow & Departure
A final sunset cruise with fresh seafood on board before your transfer to Zanzibar airport for onward travel.
What to bring
- Swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen
- Light, modest clothing for Stone Town
- Sandals
Good to know
- Tides vary a lot on the east coast; choose your beach accordingly.
- Short flights connect Zanzibar with the safari parks.
Where
Where you can do this
Read our in-depth guides to the parks where this experience happens.
Itineraries
Trips that include this experience
Safari + Beach8-Day Safari & Zanzibar Escape
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Ultimate Luxury12-Day Ultimate Tanzania Safari
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Expedition Journey14-Day Grand Tanzania Expedition
The most complete Tanzania experience covering north, south, and coast.
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