Stone Town · Zanzibar coast
Zanzibar Island Escape
Indian Ocean days, spice-island history and nothing at all on the schedule.
An island journey with just enough structure: a little Stone Town, a private dhow, and then long, unclaimed days by the water.
Journey highlights
- Private guided Stone Town walk
- Sunset dhow sailing
- Boutique beach retreats on the quieter coasts
- Easily combined with any safari
The route
- Stone Town—
- East or north coast—
- Zanzibar
Day by day
Days 1–2
Stone Town
Arrival, a private walk through the old town and dinner overlooking the harbour.
Days 3–7
The coast
A boutique retreat on the coast that best suits your month of travel — swimming, sailing, diving or nothing at all.
Days 8–9
Departure
A final slow morning and a private transfer to the airport.
Where you stay
Small boutique hotels and beach retreats, chosen for design and service.
Best time to travel
June to October, and December to February.
Experiences we can add
- Spice farm visit with a private guide
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Private beach dinner
- Snorkelling at Mnemba atoll
Make it your own
Every Signature Travel is a starting point, never a restriction.
- — Extend or shorten the journey to suit your dates
- — Adjust the accommodation level, from premium to exceptional
- — Add or remove parks, or change the route entirely
- — Combine safari with Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro
- — Design the pace — slower stays, fewer moves, longer game drives
- — Add private experiences: ballooning, bush dining, photography guiding
Questions
Which coast should we choose?
It depends on your dates: tides, wind and seaweed vary significantly by month and by shore. We advise on this personally.
Can this follow a safari?
Yes — a short flight from the Serengeti or Arusha makes it a natural second half.
*Starting prices are indicative and depend on season, accommodation level, number of travellers and final itinerary.
Inclusions and exclusions are confirmed in your personal proposal, once the itinerary, camps and dates are agreed.
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Ready to make this journey yours?
Tell us your dates and we will design the rest.