Five days of white sand, turquoise water and Swahili charm on Zanzibar’s beautiful north coast.
A pure beach holiday on the spice island of Zanzibar, designed for travellers who want to slow right down. Days are spent between soft white sand, the warm Indian Ocean and a comfortable beachfront resort, with time for snorkelling, dhow sunset cruises or simply doing nothing at all.
You will be based on Zanzibar’s celebrated north coast, where the tides are gentle and the sunsets are famous. Optional excursions – a Stone Town tour, a spice farm visit or a day at Mnemba Atoll – can be added at any time through our local team.
This escape works beautifully on its own or as the perfect wind-down after a safari or a Kilimanjaro climb.
Arrive at Zanzibar’s airport where our representative meets you and transfers you to your beach resort on the north coast. The rest of the day is yours to relax by the ocean.
A full day to enjoy the beach and resort facilities, with optional snorkelling or a sunset dhow cruise.
Another relaxed day on the coast – swim, unwind or add a spice farm or Stone Town excursion.
Continue to enjoy the Indian Ocean at your own pace, with the day free for rest or optional activities.
After breakfast, enjoy any final moments by the sea before your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Every day of this itinerary is tailor-made and can be shaped around your dates, pace and budget. When you are ready, our team handles every detail - you simply arrive and enjoy.
Yes – return transfers between Zanzibar airport (or the ferry) and your hotel are included, with our local representative on hand throughout your stay.
This varies by package – it may be bed & breakfast, half board or all-inclusive. Your quote states the exact board basis, and we are happy to arrange an upgrade.
Plenty – a Stone Town heritage tour, a spice-farm visit, snorkelling or diving at Mnemba Atoll, a sunset dhow cruise, or swimming with turtles. We can pre-book excursions or arrange them through our local team on the ground.
Zanzibar is warm year-round. June to October and December to February are the driest, sunniest months; the long rains fall around April-May. The island pairs beautifully with a mainland safari.
Yes – Zanzibar is the perfect way to unwind after a safari or a climb, and we regularly arrange combined trips with a short flight from Arusha or Kilimanjaro. Just ask.
Tell us your dates and what matters most - our team designs every journey by hand and replies within 24 hours, seven days a week.
Zanzibar, officially known as Unguja, is a world-famous tropical island destination sitting in the Indian Ocean off the coast of mainland Tanzania. The eco-landscape blends white-sand beaches and coral reefs with historic spice plantations and protected native forests like Jozani Chwaka Bay. The island serves as the definitive cultural and relaxation phase of a East African trip, where travelers transition from early morning safaris to a laid-back coastal lifestyle.
The island’s marine parks, such as the Mnemba Atoll, feature rich coral drop-offs filled with bottlenose dolphins, green turtles, and vibrant reef fish. On land, the interior mahogany forests shelter the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey, an endemic primate species easily observed along the nature trails. The cultural landscape is anchored by Stone Town, a labyrinth of historic coral-stone alleyways, bustling spice markets, and carved wooden doors showcasing a rich blend of African, Arab, Indian, and European histories.
Activities range from snorkeling and scuba diving to spice plantation tours, historical walking guides, and sunset dhow cruises. Logistics are highly developed, with Stone Town’s international airport accepting direct flights from Europe, the Middle East, and mainland safari hubs, alongside daily high-speed ferry links to Dar es Salaam. Accommodations span a wide spectrum, from budget-friendly beach hostels and historic Stone Town boutique hotels to ultra-luxury private villa resorts along the eastern beaches.
Nungwi Beach Resort (operating prominently under the Sandies Baobab collection) is a grand, high-end tropical resort located on the northernmost tip of Zanzibar Island. Unlike the eastern coasts that experience dramatic tidal shifts, Nungwi is globally famous for having a pristine stretch of white sand that remains completely swimmable throughout the entire day. The resort is beautifully framed by massive, ancient baobab trees and faces the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, establishing an ideal paradise for beach lovers and water sports enthusiasts.
The accommodation offers a diverse selection of spacious, air-conditioned rooms and standalone garden bungalows designed to accommodate couples, solo travellers, and large family groups. The interiors feature traditional Swahili structural finishes, elegant canopy beds with mosquito netting, flat-screen televisions, and private digital safes. Each room opens up to a private patio or a personal viewing balcony overlooking either the lush tropical gardens or the brilliant oceanfront, and connects to a clean en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.
The resort operates a comprehensive all-inclusive hospitality model, featuring an expansive oceanfront restaurant serving themed international buffets and a lively beach bar serving complimentary tropical cocktails. Amenities are highly developed, including a stunning outdoor swimming pool, a full-service wellness spa, a PADI-certified diving center, and an evening entertainment stage hosting traditional acrobatics and live music. Its location also grants guests easy walking access to the vibrant Nungwi village, local fish markets, and dhow-building yards.
