Tanzania · first visit

First Time in Zanzibar: What to See & Do

Stone Town alleys, spice tours, white-sand beaches that catch the trade winds. The essential first-timer's hit list for Zanzibar — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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Mnemba Island Tour; Lunch Break; Salaam Cave Tour, Kuza Cave Tour, The Rock Restaurant
7h

Mnemba Dolphin Tour; Salaam Cave; Kuza Cave; The Rock Restaurant

The perfect introduction for first-time visitors!!!

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From $170 a person
8h

Zanzibar City Tour, Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank with BBQ

Embark on a full-day Zanzibar adventure starting with Prison Island, where giant tortoises roam and history whispers from the old colonial prison.

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From $59 a person
5h

Private Tour Zanzibar Unique Stone Town with spice Farm Plantations

This combined Stone Town City Tour and Spice tour is an excursion package that would venture to some of the most popular tourist attractions Zanzibar has to offer.

  • 5.0★ · 57 reviews
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From $74 a person
7h to 8h

Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave, Paje Beach and The Rock Restaurant

This is eco private tour where the travers will visit Jozani and see the colubus monkeys and see the different plantation with mangrove, after jozani will visit the kuza cave and...

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $110 a person
Jozani Forest Tour, Kuza Cave Tour, Paje Beach Tour, The Rock Restaurant, Salaam Cave Tour.
8h

Jozani Forest, Kuza Cave Tour, Paje Beach, The Rock, Salaam Cave

Embark on this full day excursion to the magical Island of Zanzibar, a place full of color, nature, and biodiversity!

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From $160 a person
9h

Dolphin tour, Jozani Forest, Jambiani Kuza Cave, Paje Beach &The Rock restaurent

Exclusive Zanzibar Tours & Excursions offers!!!

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From $150 a person
Salaam Cave Tour; Jambiani Beach; Kuza Cave Tour; Paje Beach; The Rock Restaurant
10h

Salaam Cave Tour; Jambiani Beach; Kuza Cave; Paje Beach; The Rock

Spend a fascinating full day tour discovering the wonders of Zanzibar!

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From $140 a person
Mnemba Snorkeling Tour; Kuza Cave Tour; Paje Beach Tour; The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar; Salaam Cave Tour
10h

Dolphin Tour; Kuza Cave; Paje Beach; The Rock; Salaam Cave Tour

Enjoy a complete full day tour to get to know a breathtaking highlights of Zanzibar, experiencing the natural beauty of Zanzibar with all your senses.

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From $170 a person
2h

Stone Town Private Walking Tour

It's fascinating to explore historic Stone Town - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - but it's easy to lose your way in the area's maze-like, narrow streets.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $25 a person
8h to 9h

Explore Zanzibar's 6 Quintessential Southeastern Charm Full day

This is a full day tour, that will give you a driving tour experience around the southern and eastern part of Zanzibar island.

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From $200 a person
6h

Zanzibar Prison Island Trip and Stone Town Private Walking Tour

The Prison Island and Stone Town tours are absolute must-dos.These experiences will truly make your trip unforgettable!

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From $80 a person
2h to 3h

Private Stone Town Cultural & Historical Walking Tour - Zanzibar

Not just a tour — a storytelling journey through Stone Town’s history, culture, and hidden local spots with an expert local guide.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $20 a person
3h

Stone Town Private Tour in Zanzibar

Private Tour of Stone Town Zanzibar It is fascinating to explore the historic city (stone town), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But it is easy to get lost in the narrow streets....

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From $17 a person
2h to 3h

Stone Town Walking Tour in Zanzibar

Explore the enchanting streets of Stone Town on this immersive walking tour, perfect for anyone wanting to uncover the hidden gems of Zanzibar.

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From $18 a person
Starfish Adventure; Blue Lagoon Snorkeling; The Rock Restaurant; Paje Beach Tour; Jozani Forest Tour
8h

Starfish Adventure; Blue Lagoon Snorkeling; The Rock; Paje Beach; Jozani Forest

Spend an exciting active day out in Zanzibar with this full day combo package, ideal for couples and families!

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From $150 a person
Stone town experienced guide and guests
8h

Zanzibar: Day Trip Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island

Experience a wonderful day exploring the historic city of Stone Town, learn why Zanzibar is known as 'Spice Island' and visit Prison Island, home to the giant land tortoise!

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From $68 a person
Baraka Aquarium; Jozani Forest Tour; Kuza Cave; Paje Beach; The Rock Restaurant Zanzibar
9h

Baraka Aquarium; Jozani Forest Tour; Kuza Cave; Paje Beach; The Rock Restaurant

Spend an exciting day out in Zanzibar with this full day combo package, ideal for couples and families!

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From $150 a person
Salaam Cave Tour, Prison Island Tour, Secret Garden Restaurant, Stone Town Tour, Kuza Cave Tour
10h

Salaam Cave, Prison Island, Secret Garden, Stone Town, Kuza Cave

Squeeze Five Zanzibar's top attractions into a single active full day private tour.

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From $200 a person
3h

Zanzibar Spice Tour

A 3-hour food- and spice-focused tour in a local farming village Visit a local spice farm and learn about the history of Zanzibar’s relationship to spices Meet a rural farmer and...

  • 4.5★ · 64 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
Swahili house
2h to 3h

3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour

Step back in time and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with our expertly guided walking tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $19 a person
10h

Zanzibar Full-Day Tour: Dolphins, Jozani Forest & Turtle Cave

Experience three of Zanzibar's top attractions in one unforgettable day.

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From $90 a person
3h

Zanzibar Stone Town Tour

Stone Town Tour is special because it immerses visitors in Zanzibar’s rich history and culture.

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From $30 a person
Zanzibar Dolphin Adventure, Salaam Cave Tour, Kuza Cave Tour, The Rock Restaurant, Paje Beach Tour.
8h

Dolphin Tour, Salaam Cave Tour, Kuza Cave, The Rock, Paje Beach

Experience the thrill of Zanzibar exploration as you uncover a multitude of treasures waiting to be discovered.

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From $170 a person
Narrow streets in stone town
2h to 3h

Zanzibar Stone Town Walking Tour

everyone will be satisfied from all the services which will be done by me be free to ask questions as you would like to ask or know.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $20 a person