Zanzibar Tours & Holidays from Kenya
Overview
Zanzibar: where Africa, Arabia and India meet Some islands are simply beautiful. Zanzibar is beautiful and fascinating. For centuries its ports welcomed traders from Oman, Persia, India and beyond, and the result is a culture found nowhere else: carved teak doors, whitewashed mosques, cardamom-scented markets and a language of welcome that needs no translation. Stone Town, the island's UNESCO-listed old quarter, is a labyrinth of alleys and stories. Beyond it, spice farms perfume the air, giant tortoises graze on Prison Island, red colobus monkeys swing through Jozani Forest, and the beaches, from Nungwi to Paje, are the kind of white sand and glassy blue that make you forget your phone. Whether you're planning a quick two-day cultural escape from the Kenyan coast, a romantic beach extension or the perfect finale to a Serengeti safari, we'll build the trip around you. Ready to island-hop? Let's plan your Zanzibar escape.
Top Destinations
An island for every mood. Culture at dawn, a spice tour by noon, a dhow at sunset. Zanzibar packs it all into one small island. These are the experiences our guests love most.
Things to Do
Stone Town Walking Tour Wander the maze of narrow lanes with a local guide: the House of Wonders, Old Fort, Tip Tip House, Livingstone House and the Dhow Harbour, ending with the sights and smells of the market. Spice Farm Tour Taste, smell and touch the cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg that gave Zanzibar its "Spice Island" name. Guides climb palms for fresh coconut and let you sample fruit straight from the tree. Prison Island & Giant Tortoises A short boat ride from Stone Town brings you to a tiny island with a fascinating history, clear snorkelling water and a colony of enormous, very friendly tortoises. Jozani Forest & Red Colobus Monkeys Walk boardwalks through Zanzibar's last natural forest to meet the endemic red colobus monkeys. It's peaceful, easy and great for families. Sunset Dhow Cruise Sail out on a traditional wooden dhow as the sky glows over the harbour, with cool drinks in hand. A must for couples and photographers. Beach Days: Nungwi, Kendwa & Paje Pick powder-white sand and calm turquoise water on the north coast, or wind and kite-surfing on the east. We'll match the beach to your travel style. Snorkelling & Diving The reefs and atolls around the island are home to turtles, rays and colourful fish, and dolphin trips are popular with early risers. Serengeti + Zanzibar (combine with your Tanzania safaris) Finish an epic Tanzania safari with a few barefoot days on the beach. It's the classic bush-and-beach journey.
Free Ask Question?
How many days do I need?
Two days gives you Stone Town and a spice or Prison Island tour. If you want beach time as well, three to five days is ideal. Many guests extend to a week to enjoy the north-coast beaches.
Do I need a visa for Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so entry requirements are separate from Kenya's. Most visitors need a Tanzanian visa, and a yellow fever certificate may be required when arriving from Kenya. Please confirm the latest requirements before travel, and we'll guide you through it
What's included in your Zanzibar tours?
Each itinerary lists exactly what's covered, but tours typically include a local guide, transport and entrance fees as specified. Flights, meals and extras are flagged upfront.
When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?
June to October and December to February are the driest and sunniest months, with the best beach weather. The long rains fall around March to May, when the island is lush and prices are lower.
Can I combine Zanzibar with a safari?
Absolutely. Pair it with Kenya's Masai Mara, Amboseli or Tsavo, or with Tanzania's Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, for the ultimate safari-and-sea trip. We handle the flights and transfers.
Can you customise a trip?
That's what we do best. Honeymoons, family holidays, diving trips, cultural tours: tell us your dates and dreams and we'll build the itinerary.
