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Private island escape · Tanzania
Luxury journeys in Zanzibar Island
Plan a luxury Zanzibar escape with boutique beachfront stays, private island experiences, Stone Town heritage and a seamless safari-and-beach itinerary.
A more personal way to explore
Discover Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar pairs Indian Ocean beaches with Swahili culture, historic Stone Town and memorable island experiences. Choose a private stay that suits your pace, then combine it with a Tanzania safari for a relaxed finish to your journey.
- Boutique beachfront resorts and private stays
- Guided Stone Town and spice experiences
- Snorkelling and sailing, subject to sea conditions
- A tailor-made Serengeti safari and Zanzibar combination
When to go
Start planning
Choose the right season for your journey
Zanzibar is warm throughout the year. June to October is generally drier, while January and February are also popular for beach stays. The long rains usually fall around March to May, though local conditions can vary.
Make this destination your own
Talk with our Tanzania team about dates, stays and a private itinerary shaped around you.
Sample route
Your Day-by-Day Itinerary
A sample day-by-day outline for your private luxury journey. We adjust the route, overnight stops and activities to your dates, availability, permits and final quote.
Day 1: Arrive in Zanzibar
Day 1Day Highlights
Meet your driver at the airport or ferry terminal and transfer privately to your selected hotel. The first night can be in Stone Town or at the beach.
Meals & Service
Meals and service follow the confirmed day plan and selected accommodation. Please share dietary requirements before travel; optional services are included only when listed in your quote.
Night: Stone Town or beach resort
Day 2: Stone Town and island heritage
Day 2Day Highlights
Explore Stone Town with a local guide. A spice visit can be added and is scheduled according to the route and opening arrangements.
Meals & Service
Meals and service follow the confirmed day plan and selected accommodation. Please share dietary requirements before travel; optional services are included only when listed in your quote.
Night: Zanzibar
Day 3: Ocean day or beach time
Day 3Day Highlights
Choose a boat, snorkelling or sailing activity only when it is booked and sea conditions are suitable; otherwise enjoy a relaxed resort day.
Meals & Service
Meals and service follow the confirmed day plan and selected accommodation. Please share dietary requirements before travel; optional services are included only when listed in your quote.
Night: Zanzibar
Day 4: A day at your own pace
Day 4Day Highlights
Relax at the resort or add an optional island experience. Transfers and activities depend on the coast where you are staying.
Meals & Service
Meals and service follow the confirmed day plan and selected accommodation. Please share dietary requirements before travel; optional services are included only when listed in your quote.
Night: Zanzibar
Day 5: Departure
Day 5Day Highlights
Transfer to the airport or ferry terminal for your onward journey. Departure transfers are included only when listed in your quote.
Meals & Service
Meals and service follow the confirmed day plan and selected accommodation. Please share dietary requirements before travel; optional services are included only when listed in your quote.
Night: No overnight unless added
Booking details
What is included and excluded
What's included
- Accommodation at the selected category and the nights listed in the confirmed itinerary.
- Meals, private transfers and guiding specifically listed in the final written quote.
- A private safari vehicle and scheduled game drives on safari days, where applicable and confirmed.
- Drinking water and any activities, permits, park fees, domestic flights or mountain support explicitly stated as included in your quote.
What's excluded
- International flights, Tanzania visa fees, travel insurance and personal medical costs.
- Optional activities and services that are not listed as included in the written itinerary.
- Park or conservation fees, permits, domestic or charter flights, and specialist mountain or marine services unless specifically itemized as included.
- Personal purchases, laundry, drinks not specified in the plan and staff gratuities.
Your written quote is the final reference for inclusions, exclusions, accommodation, fees and activities.
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