Zanzibar Archipelago
Where Safari Meets the Indian Ocean
A short flight from the Serengeti: warm water, coral reefs, dhow sails and a thousand years of Swahili trading history.
The Island
The natural close to a Tanzanian journey
Most of our guests finish on Zanzibar. After a week of early starts and long drives, a few days of sea and shade is exactly right.
Zanzibar is easy to reach — a 60 to 90 minute flight from the Serengeti or Arusha — and easy to enjoy at any pace. Stone Town rewards a slow morning on foot. The north coast swims well at every tide. The south-east has the lagoon colour people come for.
We arrange the flight, the transfer, the accommodation and any excursions as one seamless extension of your safari, so nothing needs rebooking on the ground.
Where to Stay
Choosing your stretch of coast
Each area of the island feels different. Tell us how you like to spend a beach day and we will point you to the right one.
Stone Town
UNESCO-listed old quarter of carved doors, spice markets and Swahili, Omani and Indian history.
Nungwi
Northern tip with deep water at all tides, sunset dhows and a lively village atmosphere.
Kendwa
Wide swimming beach next to Nungwi, calmer and known for its long sunsets.
Paje
South-east coast with turquoise lagoon, kite surfing and a relaxed, young feel.
Jambiani
Quiet fishing village beaches, seaweed farms and simple, characterful guesthouses.
Mnemba
Private island atoll offshore — the island's finest snorkelling and diving.
Prison Island
Short boat trip from Stone Town, home to giant Aldabra tortoises and easy reef swimming.
Experiences
Things to do on the island
Everything below can be added to a beach stay, either as a private excursion or a small group departure.
Beach holidays
Spice tours
Stone Town walking tours
Snorkelling
Diving
Sunset dhow cruises
Cultural experiences
Questions
Zanzibar FAQs
Scheduled light-aircraft flights leave Serengeti airstrips each day and connect via Arusha to Zanzibar, generally arriving the same afternoon. We arrange these flights as part of your itinerary.
Three nights is a pleasant pause; four to five nights is better if you want reef trips, Stone Town and genuine rest after safari.
Plan With Us
Safari and beach, planned together
Tell us how many nights you want by the ocean and we will handle the flights, transfers and hotels.