1 Day Zanzibar Full Day Excursion

What to Expect

Private guide and flexible pacing shaped by tides and light
Clean, well-kept gear for snorkeling and safety vests on boats
Cold drinking water, fruit, and snack support during activities
Simple, honest food stops where the views or flavors matter

Overview

Your 1 Days Zanzibar Full Day Excursion gives you one rich day to taste the island your way. You choose the site, we line up timing, tides, and transport. You keep the fun parts, spice scents, reef colors, dolphin ripples, old town alleys, or a kite that finally listens to you.

You start with an on-time pickup and a quick briefing. You finish with salt on your skin or stories in your pocket. You decide the theme. We provide guides, gear, and a rhythm that feels smooth from first hello to drop off.

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How the day runs

Typical pickup: 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. based on site and tides

Private vehicle and pro guide, plus boats or gear where needed

Unhurried lunch stop with local favorites, or a rooftop view if you pick town

Return to your hotel by late afternoon or early evening

Pick your full-day route

Choose one of the ready routes below. Tell us your hotel and date. We match tide charts and traffic so you enjoy the best windows.

A) Safari Blue + Nakupenda Sandbank

Morning dhow sail, snorkel over bright coral gardens

Sandbank stop with fresh seafood grill and fruit tastings

Afternoon swim in clear shallows, easy sail back

After the encounter with calm drifts and soft sand, you shall embark on a gentle ride to your hotel and keep that glassy water in your head a little longer.

B) Jozani Forest + Mangrove Boardwalk + The Rock Lunch

Red colobus monkeys with a ranger-guided forest walk

Mangrove boardwalk timed to tide

Lunch reservation at The Rock or a similar seaside spot

After the encounter with shade, roots, and the slow lagoon, you shall embark on a coastal return with a relaxed swim stop if light allows.

C) Mnemba Reefs Snorkel Day

Morning boat to Mnemba side reefs with easy entry sites

Two snorkel sessions, snacks and water onboard

Beach time in the afternoon near Nungwi or Matemwe

After the encounter with bright fish and warm currents, you shall embark on an easy shoreline stroll before drop off.

D) Stone Town Heritage + Prison Island Tortoises

Guided old town walk, markets, doors, and quick coffee

Boat to Prison Island, giant tortoise sanctuary visit

Optional museum or rooftop view before return

After the encounter with stories and sea breeze, you shall embark on a seafront pause and let the day settle.

E) South Coast Dolphins + Jozani Forest

Early Kizimkazi dolphin outing with ethical guidelines

Midday forest walk among red colobus

Quiet beach time near Jambiani or Paje

After the encounter with fins and green canopy, you shall embark on a late afternoon swim or a short kite lesson if wind behaves.

F) Spice Farm + Swahili Cooking Class

Hands-on spice tour with tastings and quick plant tricks

Market stop for ingredients, guided cooking class for lunch

Light Stone Town wander or beach stroll before return

After the encounter with clove and cinnamon, you shall embark on the sweetest nap your afternoon can offer.

Sample day timeline (adjusted to your route)

07:45 Pickup from your hotel

09:00 Morning core activity, reef, forest, or town walk

12:30 Lunch stop matched to your route

14:00 Second session, snorkel, sail, boardwalk, or museum

16:30 Easy return transfer

17:30 Drop off

Inclusions

Price Inclusions

  • Return hotel transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide for your chosen route
  • All listed boat rides, standard snorkel gear, and life vests where required
  • Entry fees for selected sites in your chosen route
  • Bottled drinking water and light snacks
  • Lunch arrangement support or reservations matched to your route

1 Day Zanzibar Full day Excursion FAQs

Which route should you choose if you have never been to Zanzibar?

Pick Safari Blue + Nakupenda for peak water time, or Stone Town + Prison Island for culture with a sea breeze. If reefs call you, choose Mnemba.

Do you need to be a strong swimmer for reef days?

No. Boats carry vests, and guides choose easy entry points. If the sea feels choppy, we switch to sheltered sites or a land add-on.

What happens if tides or weather shift?

We adjust the order. You still enjoy a full day. For strong winds we favor forest or town first, then water later if conditions improve.

Can you run this as a private excursion?

Yes. All routes listed run privately by default. Tell us if you want a shared boat to lower costs on Mnemba or Safari Blue.

What should you wear and bring?

Light clothing, swimwear under your outfit if you plan water time, a hat, sunglasses, reef safe sunscreen, and sandals with grip. Bring a small dry bag for phones on boat days.

Can you add a sunset dhow at the end?

Yes. We extend your drop off and add a simple sunset sail if light and tides align. Tell us early so we reserve your spot.

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