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Zanzibar, Tanzania · 5 days itinerary

Zanzibar Beaches

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This five-day trip begins in Stone Town with a full day of markets, the cathedral, the Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens. Day two adds Prison Island and a spice farm, then Jozani park leads south to Paje. The last two days move north for Mnemba snorkeling and Nungwi, finishing at Kendwa and Michamvi on the east coast.

5 daysStone TownBeachesJozani parkIsland toursBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Stone Town

  1. 9:00Stone TownWalk
  2. 10:00Stone TownSight
  3. 11:30Stone TownSight
  4. 14:00Stone TownSight
  5. 18:30Stone TownSight
Day 2

Prison Island and spices

  1. 9:00Stone TownSight
  2. 14:00Spice farm tourKizimbaniSight
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Day 3

Jozani and Paje

  1. 9:00JozaniSight
  2. 13:00PajeWalk
Day 4

Mnemba and Nungwi

  1. 8:00Mnemba IslandMnemba AtollDay trip
  2. 14:00Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation PondNungwiSight
  3. 17:30Nungwi BeachNungwiWalk
Day 5

The north and east coasts

  1. 10:00Kendwa BeachKendwaWalk
  2. 16:00The Rock RestaurantMichamviSight
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Zanzibar questions

Is five days enough for Zanzibar?

Five days covers the main beaches and one day in Stone Town. Book airport transfers and any boat trips at least one week ahead.

Do I need to book the boat to Prison Island ahead?

Book the boat and entry the day before to secure a morning slot. Expect total costs of 40 to 60 USD per person.

How do I travel from Stone Town to Paje?

Take a shared minibus from Darajani market for 3000 to 5000 TZS; the trip takes about one hour. Private taxis cost 40 to 60 USD.

Do I need to book a snorkeling trip to Mnemba ahead?

Reserve snorkeling tours one day in advance during high season. Prices range from 50 to 80 USD per person including gear and lunch.

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