2 Days Zanzibar Excursions

A 2-day Zanzibar excursion offers a rich and immersive experience, combining a blend of cultural, historical, and natural attractions. Over the course of two days, travelers can explore the island’s vibrant local culture, enjoy activities like guided tours, traditional spice farming visits, and the chance to experience Zanzibar’s unique blend of African, Arab, Indian, and European influences. The itinerary also allows time for relaxing on its pristine beaches, swimming in crystal-clear waters, and engaging in water-based activities. The experience is crafted to give visitors a deeper appreciation of Zanzibar’s heritage, its diverse landscapes, and the warm hospitality of its people.

DAY1: ARRIVAL IN ZANZIBAR, CITY TOUR, SPICES FARM

Upon your arrival you will be transferred to your selected hotel in Stone town [15 km] from the airport.

STONE TOWN TOUR.

After checking in in your hotel we will go for Stone Town Tour for a cultural and local experience. The tour takes around 2 hours whereby our guide will take you all around the narrow streets of stone town and to various museums such as the slave market, the historical old fort and later on our guide will escort you to the market for shopping if interested. Stone town is a world heritage site whereby the uniqueness of the town is majestic since it has been standing for hundreds of years.

SPICE TOUR

Our Driver guide will later pick you up to go for a Spice Farm experience.

You will have a chance to eat, smell and taste different fruits and spices; hence you will understand why Zanzibar is referred as “The spice Island”. Later you’ll get a chance to see a local Coconut tree climber. He’ll sing local songs to entertain, and you will have a pleasure of drinking fresh coconut juice. After the whole experience you’ll be given our traditional- made ornaments which are made by coconut leaves such as a crown, tie, necklace and bracelets as gifts to take. The trip normally takes around1-3 hours.

Overnight will be in your selected hotel in Stone Town (WEST COAST)

DAY2: PRISON ISLAND + NAKUPENDA SANDBANK.

PRISON ISLAND.

After breakfast (09:00am) we will depart for Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank. The tour starts with Prison Island (30minutes) from Stone Town.

Prison Island was formerly owned by Arab merchants and was privately used as a place of keeping rebellious slaves.

The prison was built in 1893 as a central prison for Zanzibar, hence the name “PRISON ISLAND”. The Island is also a sanctuary of Gigantic Tortoises, Dik diks, Peacocks, Man grove forest and holds a prison.

NAKUPENDA SANDBANK

From 01:00 pm you will move to Nakupenda sandbank (30 minutes) by boat. Nakupenda is a Swahili word that means “I love you” this is an ideal place near stone town where you can relax, swim, and snorkel. At 2:00pm you will enjoy your seafood Barbeque, soft drinks, tropical fruits under the shade of built up umbrellas, and you will have to relax by swimming and snorkel until 03:00 pm.

DEPARTURE.

At a scheduled time we will drive you to the ferry or airport for your departure to the next destion