Zanzibar Island Hopping Escape
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Zanzibar Island Hopping Escape

Prison Island, Safari Blue, and private sandbanks on a curated island circuit.

Best time: Jul-Oct | Dec-FebGroup: Private departures (2-10 guests)

Overview

Spend a week cruising the Zanzibar archipelago with chartered boats, snorkeling guides, and handpicked eco-lodges. Blend cultural storytelling with barefoot luxury and fresh seafood feasts on remote sandbanks.

Highlights

Prison Island giant tortoises
Safari Blue dhow cruise
Sandbank picnics with private chef
Village walks & Swahili cooking class
Sunrise paddle boarding in Michamvi

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Stone Town Arrival

Airport transfer, rooftop welcome dinner, and evening spice tasting.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Emerson Spice Hotel
Day 2

Prison Island & Sandbank

Sail to Prison Island to meet Aldabra tortoises, then snorkel and picnic on a secluded sandbank.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Stone Town boutique hotel
Day 3

Safari Blue Adventure

Full-day dhow cruise with snorkeling, reef walks, and grilled seafood on Kwale Island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Michamvi beach lodge
Day 4

Michamvi Leisure

Morning paddle boarding or yoga, afternoon Swahili cooking class in a local home.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Michamvi beach lodge
Day 5

North Coast Resort

Transfer to Kendwa for sunset dhow, beach bonfire, and optional scuba diving.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Kendwa beach villa
Day 6

Mnemba Atoll

Private boat to Mnemba for snorkeling with dolphins and reef fish, followed by beach relaxation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Kendwa beach villa
Day 7

Departure

Morning spa treatment or market visit before airport transfer.

Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Private boat charters and dhow excursions
  • All ground transfers
  • Handpicked boutique accommodations
  • Guided cultural and culinary experiences
  • Snorkel gear and marine guide

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Scuba certification or specialty dives
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance

What to Bring

Quick-dry swimwear
Water shoes or reef-safe sandals
Snorkel mask (optional personal set)
Sun hat and mineral sunscreen
Lightweight rain jacket (seasonal)

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Per person

Duration:7 days
Difficulty:easy
Group Size:Private departures (2-10 guests)
Best Time:Jul-Oct | Dec-Feb
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