Zanzibar City Tours, Tickets, Activities & Things To Do

The Selous Game Reserve is one of the largest faunal reserves of the world, located in the south of Tanzania. It was named after Englishman Sir Frederick Selous, a famous big game hunter and early conservationist, who died at Beho Beho in this territory in 1917 while fighting against the Germans during World War I. The Selous was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 due to the diversity of its wildlife and undisturbed nature. The reserve covers a total area of 54,600 km2 and has additional buffer zones. Within the reserve no permanent human habitation or permanent structures are permitted. Some of the typical animals of the savanna (are African Bush Elephants, Black Rhino, Hippo, Lions, Wild Dogs, Cheetahs, Cape Buffaloes, Giraffes and Nile crocodiles) can be found in this park in larger numbers than in any other African game reserve or national park.

Sail to Menai Bay in a traditional wooden dhow sailboat on a full-day tour from Zanzibar, and spend the day exploring marine wildlife, islands, and white-sand beaches. You’ll come to shore to swim and snorkel, drink from fresh-picked coconuts, and enjoy a seafood lunch on an island, then set out along the coast in an out-rigger canoe. This Menai Bay sailing tour is a great chance to spot some of Zanzibar’s bottlenose and humpback dolphins, and it includes pickup and drop-off at Zanzibar hotels.

Breathe in Zanzibar’s scents and spices on a 4-hour food and culture tour with a Swahili lunch, and learn to prepare a traditional cassava leaf sauce. Visit a spice farm deep in Zanzibar’s countryside, and learn the island’s remarkable role in the historic spice trade. Taste fresh spices and seasonal fruits, see how cassavas are cultivated and processed, and join in a short cooking lesson in the farm’s outdoor kitchen. Enjoy a traditional meal of richly spiced rice with vegetables and fruit then return to Stone Town in an air-conditioned minivan.

Immerse yourself in Zanzibar’s dramatic history on a full-day, guided tour of Stone Town and Prison Island. Explore on foot and by boat for a comprehensive overview of the area, learn about local culture, architecture, and wildlife, and enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transfers.

Tour Zanzibar's UNESCO-listed historic district and premiere natural attraction on this tour to Stone Town and Prison Island. Learn about the current culture and history in Stone Town as you walk past its attractions, including a Portuguese fort, the Sultan Palace, and the birthplace of Freddie Mercury, before continuing your tour to Prison Island, famous for its population of giant tortoises.

Dine in a spectacular location that’s entirely surrounded by sea views on an excursion to The Rock restaurant in Zanzibar. Door-to-door transport and snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon turn your reservations at The Rock into a half day adventure, with the chance to spot a rainbow of tropical fish and coral in calm, sheltered water.

Discover Zanzibar’s aromatic history on a half-day walking tour of Stone Town, setting out on foot so you can see Stone Town’s narrow, car-free streets and atmospheric corners. After convenient pickup at Zanzibar hotels, you’ll cover some of Stone Town’s highlights, from colonial landmarks to the Old Fort, the house where Freddy Mercury was born, and an Anglican Cathedral that marks the former site of a slave market.

Explore Zanzibar’s fascinating wildlife on a 7-hour outing that combines dolphin-spotting, snorkeling, and a pristine forest reserve. You’ll join a guide for a motorboat tour from a coastal fishing village, then don a snorkel to check out the marine wildlife beneath the waves. Next, head to Jozani Forest Reserve, Zanzibar’s only national park, where old-growth forest is home to the endemic red colobus monkey, as well as hyrax, bush babies, and dozens of species of birds.

The most famous marine conservation area in Zanzibar, Mnemba Atoll Marine Park houses populations of moray eels, lion fish, stingrays, and more, all in clear waters with high visibility. Snap on your snorkel gear and let your guide help you find the aquatic wildlife you came to see on this tour, which includes round-trip transportation from your Zanzibar lodging.

Discover Zanzibar City’s UNESCO-listed historic center on a Stone Town walking tour that explores Zanzibar’s history and distinctive architecture, from a bustling local market to a Sultan’s palace-turned-museum. Sightseeing on foot mean you can leave cars behind while following Stone Town's most narrow, winding streets, and group size is limited to 10 people for personalized service from the guide.

Explore the charming streets of Zanzibar’s Stone Town on an afternoon food expedition that takes you to the best local food spots in town. Learn about the fascinating history of this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site and visit the local market with a local guide by your side. As you unlock the secrets of the area’s culinary delights, you’ll meet local people and learn about their everyday lives. This is a captivating (and tasty) introduction to everything that historic Stone Town has to offer!

Pamper yourself at a village spa in Jozani Forest on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel and make your way to Jozani Forest. Accompanied by a guide, visit a village school and admire the lush mangroves. Head to the spa, where you will receive a full-body scrub, a massage, a facial, a pedicure, and a manicure. Enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch.

Sail to Kwale Island in a traditional dhow sailboat on a tour from Zanzibar, and enjoy a full day of snorkeling coral formations, exploring mangroves, and swimming a natural lagoon with clear green water. You’ll sit down to a special grilled lunch of lobster, crab, squid, octopus, and tuna with Zanzibar-style sauces, then enjoy a spread of fresh tropical fruits. This full-day trip to Kwale Island is a perfect chance to see Zanzibar at its most pristine, traveling under sail for a truly authentic island experience.

Enjoy an air conditioned vehicle private transfer from the Airport to your hotel or resort in Zanzibar. On arrival you will be met by the driver who will escort you to the waiting vehicle vehicle and and transfer you to the hotel. Arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel will include a meet and greet service and this transfer service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and will all your travel requirements.

See the giant land tortoises of Prison Island, or Changuu Island, on a half-day trip from Zanzibar, with time to swim, snorkel, and sunbathe. Just a 30-minute boat ride from Stone Town, Prison Island has a beautiful beach, clean water, and fascinating history as a yellow fever quarantine station. Both morning and afternoon departures to Prison Island are available, and the trip includes hotel transfers and all entrance fees.

Visit Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach on a full-day tour that’s all about snorkeling and sunbathing on one of Zanzibar’s most pristine beaches. This inclusive tour features a seafood lunch, snorkeling gear, snacks, and door-to-door transport from Zanzibar hotels to ensure a hassle-free day of exploring the coast, with plenty of time independent time to enjoy beautiful Nakupenda Beach.

Watch for red colobus monkeys as you walk through the Jozani Forest Reserve, where you’ll join a park ranger for a guided nature tour of the sanctuary. Learn how Zanzibar’s wildlife evolved in isolation from the mainland, follow a boardwalk through a mangrove swamp, and walk between towering eucalyptus and mahogany trees that provide essential habitat for native birds. Both morning and afternoon departures are available for this Jozani Forest Reserve tour, with pickup and drop-off at Zanzibar hotels.

This 4-day tour to Mikumi National Park is a great way to get out of Zanzibar and see another side of Tanzania’s wilderness. Four days is enough time to see animals like zebras, lions, and baboons in the wild without sacrificing too much time—three game drives provide ample opportunities. Plus, your food, meals, and lodging are already booked and paid for, saving you the time and hassle of planning every detail.

Pack some Zanzibar highlights into a single day of exploring that’s a great orientation to the island’s aromatic spice farms, historic architecture, and magnificent nature. With an itinerary that includes Stone Town, Prison Island, and Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, you’ll cover a wide range of sights, and included, door-to-door transport saves even more time for exploring.

As the largest park in Tanzania, Ruaha National Park can be intimidating to visit on your own. This 3-day guided tour takes the guesswork out of finding good wildlife viewing locations and reliable safari drivers who take you to known spots for viewing giraffes, zebras, kudus, and more. Plus, this tour includes all transportation, lodging, and meals, so you don’t have to book a thing.

Explore the Zanzibar Archipelago’s historic highlights, idyllic beaches, and coral reefs on a 7-night tour to Unguja and Pemba Islands that offers a laid-back mix of guided tours and independent time to relax. Included accommodations and transport take care of all the logistics so you can simply enjoy the pace of island life, with a driver to greet you as soon as you touch down at the Zanzibar airport.

Enjoy a luxurious honeymoon in Zanzibar on this 3-day tour. Head into the green Jozani Forest with a guide and pause at Village Spa, where you can enjoy a full-body scrub and massage, a facial, a manicure, and more. Explore the blue coast on a dhow and go snorkeling in Menai Bay. Relax on white sand beaches and enjoy dinner on the beach.

Explore a pristine island on the Zanzibar coast as you drive a Jet-Ski from Nungwi Beach to Tumbatu Island, following a local guide to white sand beaches where you can play on your Jet-Ski and swim. You’ll get roughly one hour and 15 minutes on the water, leaving in the morning to take advantage of cooler temperatures, then pass some of Zanzibar's most beautiful houses and beaches as you return from Tumbatu Island. This Jet-Ski tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Zanzibar.

Soar high above the Zanzibar coast on a solo or tandem parasailing experience from Zanzibar city. You’ll fly for 10 to 12 minutes, looking straight down at white sand beaches, fishing villages, and the spectacular coral reef that stretches deep into the ocean from the northern coast. With a parasailing instructor on the boat, no experience is necessary for this adventure, which includes round-trip transport from hotels in Zanzibar city.