Zanzibar Packages 2025/2026 | Beaches, Culture & Spice Island | Above The Rim Tours
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The Spice Island · Indian Ocean · Tanzania

Where the Ocean
Meets the Soul

Turquoise waters, white sands, ancient Stone Town and fresh spice farms — Zanzibar is the perfect finale to any Tanzania adventure.

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Turquoise sea and white sand beach in Zanzibar Tanzania with traditional dhow boat Stone Town Zanzibar historic harbour and boats
🌺 Spice Island

Why Zanzibar

Sand, Spice
& Stone Town

Zanzibar is three destinations in one — an ancient Swahili city, a world-class diving and snorkelling destination, and some of the Indian Ocean's most beautiful beaches. Very few places on Earth pack this much diversity into a single island.

We arrange everything end-to-end: hotels, dhow cruises, spice farm guides, diving instructors and cultural walking tours — all through local contacts who give our guests access that independent travellers simply don't get.

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3–7Days / nights
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What To Do

Zanzibar Experiences

From ancient alleys to open ocean — every day on the island holds something completely different.

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UNESCO World Heritage

Stone Town & Spice Farm

Walk the labyrinthine alleys of Stone Town — a living Swahili city unchanged for centuries. Then step into a working spice farm and taste cloves, vanilla and cardamom straight from the source.

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Indian Ocean

Dolphin Watching

Swim alongside wild spinner dolphins in the warm shallow waters off Kizimkazi village — a bucket-list morning.

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Golden Hour

Dhow Sunset Cruise

Sail the Indian Ocean at sunset on a traditional carved Swahili dhow. Fresh cocktails, sea breeze, horizon turning gold.

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Coral Reefs

Snorkelling & Diving

Crystal-clear water, healthy coral gardens and tropical fish. Snorkel Mnemba Atoll or take a PADI dive course.

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Endemic Wildlife

Jozani Forest

Walk through Zanzibar's last ancient forest to meet the endemic Red Colobus monkey — found nowhere else on Earth.

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Swahili Cuisine

Cooking Class

Learn to cook traditional Swahili dishes with a local family — pilau rice, urojo soup, fresh coconut curry and biryani.

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Our Zanzibar Packages

Choose Your Island Escape

Stone Town Zanzibar harbour and port — 3-day cultural package Cultural
3 Days / 2 Nights Stone Town & Beaches

3-Day Zanzibar Cultural Discovery

Stone Town Tour Spice Farm Jozani Forest Beach Time

The perfect short introduction to Zanzibar's soul. Three immersive days covering the UNESCO-listed Stone Town maze, a working spice plantation, red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest and an afternoon on Nungwi beach. Ideal for guests adding Zanzibar to a safari.

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Zanzibar tropical palm beach and turquoise water — spice and culture escape Best Seller Culture & Beach
5 Days / 4 Nights Island-wide

5-Day Spice & Culture Escape

Spice Farm Stone Town Cooking Class Beach Relaxation

Five days that engage every sense. Smell cloves and cinnamon on a working spice plantation, learn to cook a Swahili feast, wander Stone Town's carved doorways and finish with two days of pure beach bliss. The complete Zanzibar experience for the curious traveller.

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Zanzibar Beach Bliss and Dolphin Adventure — snorkelling and white sand beach Ocean Lover Beach & Ocean
5 Days / 4 Nights Kizimkazi & Nungwi

5-Day Beach Bliss & Dolphin Adventure

Dolphin Swimming Snorkelling Beach Relaxation Cultural Tour

For those who came to be in the water. Swim with wild spinner dolphins at Kizimkazi, snorkel the vibrant coral reefs of Mnemba Atoll, take a dhow sunset cruise and spend long days on Nungwi beach. A Stone Town half-day is woven in between.

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7-Day Romantic Zanzibar Getaway — private beach and luxury resort Honeymoon Favourite Romance
7 Days / 6 Nights Whole Island

7-Day Romantic Zanzibar Getaway

Private Island Picnic Spa Treatments Sunset Dhow Snorkelling Stone Town

Designed for couples and honeymooners. Seven unhurried days — a private island picnic, couples spa, sunset dhow cruise, dolphin swimming, Stone Town at dusk and long beachfront evenings. Every detail arranged to feel genuinely special, not package-tour generic.

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Want Something Bespoke?

Extended stays, family trips, group bookings, anniversary surprises — we design around you, not around a template.

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UNESCO World Heritage

Stone Town —
A Living City

Stone Town is not a museum. It is a living, breathing Swahili city where the call to prayer echoes through coral-stone alleys, spice merchants work from doorways carved 300 years ago and fishermen still haul catches to the same seafront market as their great-grandfathers.

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Carved Brass Doors
Each carved wooden door tells the story of the family that commissioned it — wealth, profession and origin encoded in the design. Our guides translate every detail.
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Mosques, Temples & Churches
Stone Town has 51 mosques, several Hindu temples and a Catholic cathedral — all within walking distance. The fusion of cultures is unmatched anywhere in East Africa.
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Forodhani Night Market
Every evening the waterfront transforms into a street food paradise — fresh Zanzibar pizza, sugarcane juice, grilled seafood and samosas under the baobab trees.
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Where to Stay

Zanzibar's Best Beaches

Each coast of Zanzibar has a completely different character. We match your beach to your vibe — not just availability.

Nungwi Beach Zanzibar — calm turquoise water and white sand
Nungwi
The most popular beach — calm water, vibrant atmosphere, great sunsets and year-round swimming.
North · Calm Waters Year-Round
Kendwa Beach Zanzibar — traditional dhow boat at sunset
Kendwa
Quieter than Nungwi but neighbouring. Famous for full-moon beach parties and dramatic sunsets.
North · Sunset & Atmosphere
Paje Beach Zanzibar east coast with palm trees
Paje
East coast. Kitesurfing capital of Zanzibar. Consistent wind, powdery white sand and a laid-back vibe.
East Coast · Kitesurfing & Quiet

Indian Ocean Adventures

Life Below
the Surface

Zanzibar's Indian Ocean waters are some of the warmest and most biodiverse on the continent. Visibility regularly exceeds 20 metres. Whether you've never snorkelled or hold a dive master certificate — there is something extraordinary waiting beneath the surface.

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Mnemba Atoll Snorkelling
Tanzania's premier snorkelling site — a protected atoll ringed with healthy coral gardens, sea turtles, moray eels and hundreds of tropical fish species. No experience needed.
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Prison Island Sea Turtles
A short dhow ride from Stone Town to a small island where giant Aldabra tortoises roam freely and green turtles nest on the beach. A magical hour for all ages.
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Wild Spinner Dolphins
Kizimkazi village in the south hosts resident pods of wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Early morning boat trips give you the best chance of swimming alongside them in the open water.
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Zanzibar

Zanzibar has two distinct dry seasons and two rainy seasons. Knowing which is which means the difference between perfect beach days and frustrated clouds.

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June – October
Peak Dry Season
The long dry season. Warm (26–28°C), sunny, calm seas. Best for snorkelling, diving and beach. Busiest and slightly pricier.
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Dec – February
Short Dry Season
Hot and sunny (28–32°C). Excellent for beach and ocean. Good dolphin sightings. Fewer crowds than June–October.
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November
Short Rains
Brief afternoon showers — often clears by midday. Lower prices, lush vegetation, quieter beaches. A good-value option.
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March – May
Long Rains — Avoid
Heavy daily rainfall and rough seas make beach activities difficult. Some hotels close. Not recommended for most travellers.

🌊 Combining with Safari?

The safari dry season (June–October) lines up perfectly with the best Zanzibar beach conditions. A Tanzania combo itinerary in July–September is as good as travel gets anywhere on Earth.

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Everything Included — No Surprises

Included in Your Package
  • Return internal flight Arusha/Moshi → Zanzibar (where applicable)
  • Airport transfer Zanzibar → hotel → airport
  • Hotel accommodation (as per package grade)
  • Daily breakfast (and meals as per package)
  • All guided excursions listed in package (Stone Town, spice farm, dolphin trip etc.)
  • Snorkelling equipment hire where included
  • All park and conservation entry fees
  • Local English-speaking guide throughout
  • Government taxes and service fees
Not Included
  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Tanzania visa (~$50, apply online before arrival)
  • Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Alcoholic beverages and premium drinks
  • Spa treatments (available as add-on)
  • Tips for guides and boat crews
  • Personal shopping and souvenirs

💡 Upgrade Your Stay

We can upgrade any package to luxury boutique hotels or private beach resorts. Ask us for our preferred properties — we have relationships that get our guests room upgrades and special touches that aren't available to the public.

Real Stories

Voices from the Spice Island

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We chose Above The Rim for our honeymoon in Zanzibar and it was absolutely perfect. Every detail was thought through — the spice tour, the dhow sunset cruise, the beach villa. It felt personal, never touristy. We came back for Kilimanjaro the following year.

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Emma & Tom
Sydney, Australia
7-Day Romantic Zanzibar Getaway
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The spice farm was a complete surprise — I expected a tourist trap and got an hour with a local farmer who knew the history of every plant. Stone Town at night with our guide was magical. The Forodhani market food alone was worth the trip.

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Priya Sharma
Toronto, Canada
5-Day Spice & Culture Escape
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Swimming with the dolphins was one of those rare moments where you think — this is why I travel. They came right up to us, completely wild and completely unafraid. The snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll afterwards was world-class. An extraordinary day organised flawlessly.

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Niall & Orla
Dublin, Ireland
5-Day Beach Bliss & Dolphin Adventure

Go Further

Zanzibar + More Tanzania

Zanzibar is the perfect ending. We seamlessly connect it to Kilimanjaro and the Serengeti — one booking, one team, zero logistics stress.

Simple to Book

Your Zanzibar Trip in Four Steps

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Choose a Package
Browse above or WhatsApp us. Tell us your dates, group size and what excites you most — beach, culture, ocean, romance or all four.
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Get Your Quote
We send a fully itemised quote within 24 hours. Hotel options, excursion breakdown, flights if needed — completely transparent.
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Confirm & Relax
A deposit secures everything. We handle all bookings, transfers and excursion scheduling. You just pack your bags.
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Live Your Zanzibar
Dhow cruises, spice farms, white sand, warm ocean. Your guide is always on call. All you do is enjoy it.

Got Questions?

Zanzibar Answered

The two dry seasons are the best times: June–October (the long dry season — warm, sunny and ideal for beach and diving) and December–February (the short dry season — hot and excellent for ocean activities with slightly fewer tourists). March–May is the long rainy season and best avoided. November brings short afternoon showers but is otherwise manageable and offers good value. If you're combining with a Serengeti safari, June–October aligns perfectly with both the beach and the Great Migration.
We recommend a minimum of 5 days to do Zanzibar justice — enough for Stone Town, a spice farm, a dolphin or snorkelling excursion and 2 proper beach days. Our 3-day package is ideal as an add-on to a safari where time is limited. Our 7-day romantic package is designed for couples who want to slow completely down. Tell us what you want to feel at the end of the trip — we'll match the right number of days.
Nungwi (north) is our most-recommended for most travellers — calm, clear water year-round, great sunsets, varied restaurants and a lively beach bar scene. Kendwa (right next to Nungwi) is quieter and slightly more private. Paje (east coast) is perfect for kitesurfing, budget travellers and anyone who prefers a windier, cooler, quieter atmosphere. We book hotels at all three and can recommend the right fit based on your vibe.
Yes — Kizimkazi village on Zanzibar's southwest coast is home to resident pods of wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Early morning boat trips (departing around 6:30am) give the best chance of encountering them in calm, clear water. It is a genuinely wild experience — the dolphins are not fed or trained. On good days you can snorkel alongside them in open water. Our Beach Bliss & Dolphin Adventure package includes this trip as a highlight.
Absolutely. Zanzibar is one of the best family beach destinations in East Africa. The calm, shallow water at Nungwi is safe for young swimmers. The spice farm is a wonderful hands-on learning experience for children. The dolphin trip and Prison Island turtle visit are universally beloved by kids. We adjust the pace and programme for families and work with family-friendly hotels that have pools, shaded beach areas and children's facilities.
This is our most popular combined itinerary. The classic sequence: Kilimanjaro climb (starting in Moshi, 6–8 days) → transfer to Arusha → Serengeti safari (3–6 days) → internal flight to Zanzibar → beach recovery (5–7 days). We handle every internal transfer, flight booking and hotel connection as one seamless trip. Most guests spend 15–21 days in total. Tell us your dates and we'll send a full combined itinerary with pricing.
Stone Town is a predominantly Muslim community and cultural sensitivity is important. Dress modestly when walking the streets (cover shoulders and knees outside beach areas). Alcohol is widely available in hotels and restaurants but drinking in public is not appropriate. Friday is the main day of prayer. Our guides know the neighbourhood intimately — they'll show you the slave market history, the best local food spots and the hidden rooftop cafés that tourists who go alone never find. The guided experience is significantly richer than wandering independently.

Honest Pricing

All-In Zanzibar Prices.
Nothing Hidden.

All packages include accommodation, excursions, guides and transfers as listed

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$380
3-Day Cultural
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$650
5-Day Beach or Culture
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$1,100
7-Day Romantic
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Custom
Luxury / Bespoke

Per person prices based on 2 guests sharing. Solo rates available. Internal flights priced separately. Contact us for an exact quote.

Your Island Awaits

White Sand.
Warm Water. No Stress.

Tell us your dates and what kind of Zanzibar you want — cultural, adventurous, romantic or completely switched off. We'll have a personalised package in your inbox within 24 hours.

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