TANZANIA
The trips worth your time.
The 15 most popular zanzibar tours in Tanzania. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Tandem skydive over Zanzibar from 10,000 feet. Pre-flight training, gear, and free photos/videos included. Land on Kendwa beach.
“What an incredible experience! First time skydiving and all went smoothly. All the staff and the instructors were well prepared and made me feel safe. Definitely will try again in the future!”
Swim with wild dolphins near Mnemba Island, then snorkel Mnemba Atoll Marine Park. Optional beach lunch, small-group feel, Zanzibar magic.
“Our activity was amazing ! We went at 11am and were able to swim very close to a dolphin pod of 3 and then went to snorkel near a reef and then to a sandbank with fresh fruit. Our guide khamis was great he was very helpful and a good laugh as well.”
Dhow from Stone Town to Prison Island and Nakupenda sandbank: giant tortoises, reef snorkeling, and BBQ seafood lunch.
“The tour was well organised. We visited the giant tortoises, were given some interesting history on prison island and had a meal at the stunning sandbank. The sandbank has plenty of seating space in the shade and food cooked there for all the tours. Sadly we couldn’t snorkel as the waves were too big that…”
Prison Island tortoises, Nakupenda sandbank snorkeling and BBQ, then a guided walk through Stone Town on one efficient day tour.
“We had a great experience on this tour. From start to finish, it was well organised. We were picked up on time from our hotel and our guide was knowledgable and engaging, making the entire journey informative and enjoyable. Our first stop was prison island, where we were given an overview of the island’s history.…”
Transparent kayak in Zanzibar’s Nungwi-Kendwa waters plus pro drone photos and video, with hotel pickup from Nungwi or Kendwa.
“The pictures are great and the guide really helped timings”
Full-day Zanzibar sea safari with dhow sailing, guided snorkeling, Kwale sandbank time, mangrove lagoon swimming, and a seafood lunch.
“Omar and amir are incredible guys, very professional! Excellent”
Ride quads from Nungwi to Kendwa for beach time, a village cooking visit, and sunset views plus fruit and a lively fish market.
“Book this tour! One of the best I've been on in my visits to over 20 countries. On this tour, you get to ride into local areas you otherwise wouldn't see. You get off the beaten path. You visit a local village where you learn about their culture without the usual pressure to donatRead more”
Visit Prison Island for Aldabra giant tortoises, snorkel nearby, then relax at Nakupenda Sandbank with a seafood barbecue lunch.
“Very good and nice guides. They gave everyone a nice time. Everything was clear and organised. Totally recommended.”
Prebook a private, air-conditioned Zanzibar taxi with Wi‑Fi and bottled water. Reliable airport/port pickup for groups up to 5.
“Incredible and reliable service! Great communication and very knowledgable. Would highly recommend this driver.”
Fly from Zanzibar to Selous for a 12-hour luxury game drive with a photographer, bush breaks, and a park-view lunch.
“My husband and I purchased the Selous Luxury Day Safari from Viator. I was celebrating a milestone birthday, the big 40, and I wanted to make it epic. Tomas, Fanta and crew did just that and more, what an amazing safari experience! From the Read more”
Zanzibar half-day tour pairing Jozani Forest for red colobus monkeys and mangroves, then Salaam Cave for sea turtle viewing and swimming.
“The trip was perfect. Everything was arranged smoothly in friendly and chill atmosphere. I surely can recommend our Guides, they were always open to support with any requests or inquires. 😊”
Ride a Zanzibar quad through rice fields to local villages, taste tropical fruit, learn about spices and village life, then finish at the beach.
“The Quad Bike Tour was an exhilarating experience! Riding through scenic landscapes, interacting with friendly villagers, and immersing in their culture made it unforgettable. The tour perfectly combined adventure and cultural exploration. Highly recommended for an offbeat Zanzibar adventure!”
A 3-hour Stone Town evening food walk: Darajani Market produce hustle, sunset drinks, and Forodhani Gardens street food for about $35.
“The Urojo was amazing! It was a good balance of culture and entertainment. Our guide Zahran was amazing! Highly recommend this activity.”
Stone Town UNESCO walk with Kassim: House of Wonders, Old Fort, and Freddie Mercury Museum in 2–3 hours. Private $25.
“Kassim was an excellent tour guide and was able to breakdown the history of Zanzibar and the slave trade in an easily digestible form. The history lesson also became a brief overview of some African history as a whole. A very worthwhile tour.”
Stone Town walking tour with a certified guide: House of Wonders, Old Fort, markets, Freddie Mercury spots, and slave-trade context.
“I travelled with my wife and had a very good time with Khalfan (Alfa tours) as our tour guide throughout the entire stay in Zanzibar. He is a very good guide with full knowledge of the Island, the icing on the cake is his patience and letting you soRead more”
