Your 3 Days Zanzibar Holiday gives you a clear choice. Spend all three nights in Northern Zanzibar for bright beaches, Mnemba snorkeling, and easy sunset walks. Or choose Southern Zanzibar for dolphins in Kizimkazi, Jozani mangroves, and kite friendly shores in Paje. You decide the vibe. We align tides, transfers, and timing around your pick.
You keep the plan simple. Arrive, breathe, and let the island set the pace. We handle airport greetings, hotel check in, and activity logistics. You focus on warm water, fresh seafood, and that quick reset only the coast delivers.
Day 1: Arrive in Zanzibar, check in, sunset on Kendwa
Land at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Our team will be awaiting to welcome you, assist with bags, and transfers you north. Take a short drive to your beach hotel in Nungwi or Kendwa. Settle in, test the water, and pick a simple seaside dinner as the sky softens.
After the encounter with salt air and your first swim, you shall embark on a quiet evening walk. Bare feet, shallow waves, and the soft sound that tells you the trip has started. Sleep comes easily.
Lodging, Northern Zanzibar
Day 2: Mnemba snorkeling and slow afternoon
Head out by boat toward Mnemba side reefs. You shall slip into calm water above bright coral, with schools of reef fish and the occasional turtle. Your captain times the outing to tides and visibility. Return for lunch, then rest while the light turns gold. Kendwa handles sunsets perfectly.
After the encounter with reefs and warm drifts, you shall embark on a relaxed evening. Choose grilled octopus or a light curry, then sit long enough to watch the stars take over. Keep tomorrow light or add a short village walk.
Lodging, Northern Zanzibar
Day 3: Lazy swim, Stone Town stop if time allows, fly out
Swim once more, check out, and transfer to the airport. If your flight leaves later, add a short Stone Town stop for a guided wander and quick coffee. You fly home with sea salt on your skin and a camera roll full of blues.
After the encounter with farewells and final photos, you shall embark on your journey home with one clear thought. Three days used well.
Day 1: Arrive in Zanzibar, check in on the South Coast
Meet our team at the airport, then take a short drive to your hotel in Jambiani, Paje, or Kizimkazi. Drop bags, step onto the sand, and breathe. The lagoons feel wide and quiet, the pace slower by design.
After the encounter with low tide patterns and empty stretches, you shall embark on an easy evening. Eat fresh fish by the beach and listen to the water rearrange the shoreline. Sleep lands quickly.
Lodging, Southern Zanzibar
Day 2: Dolphins at Kizimkazi, Jozani Forest, and Paje light
Start early for a respectful dolphin outing from Kizimkazi, timed to calm water. Your crew will brief you on proper approach and comfort. Continue to Jozani Forest for red colobus monkeys and a short boardwalk through mangroves. Return to Paje for a late swim or kite lesson if wind allows.
After the encounter with dolphins and forest shade, you shall embark on a slow afternoon. Sit with a cold drink, rinse off the salt, and pick a simple dinner as the lagoon turns pastel. You earned the quiet.
Lodging, Southern Zanzibar
Day 3: Sandbank morning or spa time, then fly out
If tides line up, add a short sandbank visit off the south coast. If not, take a final swim and a massage before checkout. Transfer to the airport for your flight. Two souvenirs ride with you, a calm mind and a tiny bit of sand you will find later.
After the encounter with last swims and goodbyes, you shall embark on your journey home with a clear thought. Three days were enough to reset.
Airport transfers and all scheduled road transfers
Guided Mnemba side snorkeling boat in the North, or Kizimkazi dolphin outing and Jozani Forest visit in the South
Snorkeling gear on boat days, marine guidance, and drinking water on excursions
Bed and breakfast or half board according to hotel plan
Concierge support for dinner bookings, spa slots, and timing around tides
Which side should you choose, North or South?
All sides are okay. Pick North if you want bright beaches, Mnemba snorkeling, and sunset friendly Kendwa. Choose South if you prefer dolphins, Jozani Forest, and a quieter lagoon with kite options in Paje.
What is the best time for this 3-day plan?
Zanzibar stays warm most months. Expect short rains in November and long rains in April to May. We schedule boats and beach time around wind and tides for comfort and visibility.
Are dolphin trips ethical and suitable for beginners?
Yes, when done with clear rules. We brief you on respectful distance and time limits. Life vests are on board and the skipper chooses calmer windows.
Can you split the stay, one night South and two nights North?
Yes, if flight times allow. We keep the same lodging pairs and adjust transfers. Ask for the sequence that fits your arrival and departure.
Do you need to be a strong swimmer for Mnemba or Kizimkazi?
No. Boats carry safety gear and we select easy sites. On choppy days, we switch to sheltered spots or land-based experiences.
Can you add a guided Stone Town walk to either option?
Yes. Add it on arrival or departure day if flight times allow. We keep transfers tight so you never feel rushed.
Stay in Zanzibar, relax on sugar-white beaches, then fly to Serengeti or Nyerere for big cats, returning to sunset dhows and spice markets; you enjoy safari action with beach downtime with the experts.
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