Sunset on Zanzibar | Zanzibar

Zanzibar on the Indian Ocean | Zanzibar

Zanzibar Retreat

A simple coastal escape to relax and recharge after your trek or safari.

Tanzania

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1 review

4 Days from

$790 USD

Trip Code: ZE4

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Essential Information

Extra trip options & supplements

*Prices listed are per person

Fumba Lodge - sea view room upgrade - per person / per night

$46 USD

Solo Traveller Supplement

$230 USD

Single Supplement - Entire Trip

$230 USD

Duration

4 Days

Activities

Day Walking

Accommodation

3 nights hotel

Meals

2 Dinners
3 Breakfasts

Difficulty Grading: 1 / 10
Discovery and Cruising

Carbon Footprint

91kg of CO₂-e PP per day

(274kg of CO₂-e PP entire trip)

Trip highlights

Relax and recharge with a short beach break after your trek or safari
Stroll through Stone Town’s spice-scented laneways and historic architecture
Unwind on Zanzibar’s southern coast, with white sand and turquoise waters

Overview

If your post-trek or safari priority is rest and beach time, this three night retreat offers just that. Begin with a night in atmospheric Stone Town to soak up the spice island’s unique culture, then head south for two nights on the coast, where you can relax, swim and dine with the sound of the sea.

Have more time and want to explore Stone Town in depth? See our 4 night Zanzibar Stone Town & Coast trip for a deeper cultural and coastal experience.

Itinerary

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Arrive on the beautiful island of Zanzibar, "The Spice Island". From the airport you will be transferred to your hotel in Stone Town. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this magnificent, ancient town which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stone Town is a port city on the western coast of Zanzibar and historically significant as it was one of the main coastal and slave-trading ports in East Africa. Enjoy free time to stroll around the narrow alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses. You can spend many idle hours just wandering through the fascinating labyrinth of narrow streets, admiring the intricately carved wooden doors. Return to your hotel, which has local charm and character, authentic furniture and is in a good location. Be sure to take in the view from the rooftop terrace!

Meals: Nil

Morning at leisure in Stone Town. This afternoon you will transfer to the South West Coast (approximately 40 minutes) to our peaceful beach hideaway accommodation. Once settled in, there are several activities to enjoy or you may prefer to relax and not move beyond your front door. You can swim in the clear blue waters, soak up the sun or try your hand at some water sports available at the lodge such as snorkelling, scuba diving, or a sunset cruise (own expense).

Meals: B,D

Time at leisure to soak up the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the beauty of the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean and this tropical island paradise. Take a Spice Tour, learn about the history of one of the most beautiful islands in the world, unwind at the swimming pool or enjoy the beach under the branches of the baobab and do nothing at all. Your time here will be relaxing and unforgettable.

Meals: B,D

After breakfast this morning you will be transferred back to Zanzibar Airport. Trip arrangements end on arrival at the airport.

Meals: B

Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.

Ready to start your adventure?

486 scheduled departures between 30 Aug 2026 and 29 Dec 2027.

Departs 30 Aug 2026 – ends 2 Sep 2026 (4 days)
Departs 31 Aug 2026 – ends 3 Sep 2026 (4 days)
Departs 1 Sep 2026 – ends 4 Sep 2026 (4 days)
Departs 2 Sep 2026 – ends 5 Sep 2026 (4 days)
Departs 3 Sep 2026 – ends 6 Sep 2026 (4 days)
Departs 4 Sep 2026 – ends 7 Sep 2026 (4 days)
… and 480 more departures.

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What's included?

Included

1 night in Swahili House boutique hotel (or similar) in Stone Town on a twinshare basis
2 nights in Zanzibari style bungalow at the well appointed Fumba Lodge (or similar) on coast on a twinshare basis
3 breakfasts and 2 dinners
Airport transfers (day 1 and 4 only)

Not included

Flights to/from Zanzibar
Travel Insurance (compulsory)
Visa
Optional activities such as Stone Town Tour, Spice Tour and Jozani Forest Reserve Tour
Optional upgrade to sea view rooms at Fumba Lodge
Items of a personal nature
Meals not noted as included and all drinks

Reviews (1)

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Loved every aspect of our trip. Transfers were prompt and comfortable. Both hotels were very appealing whilst being different. Staff could not have been more friendly or accommodating.

Blagica Duffield|Glenhaven, NSW Australia

29 Oct 2023

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Extra trip info

The Swahili house rooms | The Swahili House

The Swahili House, Stone Town

Set in the heart of Stone Town, this charming former Indian merchant’s house has been thoughtfully restored into a relaxed Swahili-style hotel. Built around a central courtyard, its airy rooms feature carved wooden beds, mosquito nets and en suite bathrooms. Just a short walk from the beach, the hotel also offers a rooftop terrace with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean, a casual bar, a small plunge pool, and a restaurant serving a mix of Tanzanian and international dishes.

*accommodation subject to availability

Fumba Beach Lodge

Tucked away on a remote peninsula south of Stone Town, Fumba Beach Lodge offers a serene retreat on Zanzibar’s unspoiled southern coast. Set within the Menai Bay Conservation Area, it’s surrounded by tropical gardens, baobab trees, and three naturally sheltered beaches. Unwind by the pool, dine on fresh seafood at the open-air restaurant, or enjoy a cocktail at the beach bar carved from a traditional dhow. The lodge’s dive centre offers snorkelling, scuba diving, and boat excursions to explore the turquoise waters.

*accommodation subject to availability

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Availability questions answered

Will this trip actually go ahead, or could it be cancelled?

If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.

What does 2 to guarantee mean?

It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.

What happens if my departure does not reach minimum numbers?

You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.

Will I get my money back if you cancel a departure?

If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.

Why can't I book some dates online?

Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.

The date I want is closed. What are my options and why does it say to enquire?

Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.

None of these dates suit me. Can you run this trip on another date?

Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.

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