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Zanzibar · Private safariMade to feel personal from the first night to the last drive

4 Days / 3 Nights Zanzibar Beach Escape

Three nights on Zanzibar's beaches – on its own or as the soft landing after your safari. Six hand-picked hotels from 3★ to 5★.

Duration4 days / 3 nights
PriceOn request
StyleZanzibar
Best timeJan–Dec
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Crafted safari story

A more thoughtful way to experience Tanzania

Turquoise water, white sand and nothing on the schedule. Our team meets you at the airport and settles you into your hotel for three nights. Swim, snorkel or dive, then end each day with a cocktail and a golden sunset. Available all year, as a stand-alone holiday or after any safari in our collection.

  • Airport meet and greet
  • Six hotels from 3★ to 5★
  • Half board or all inclusive
  • Easy to add to any safari
Safari at a glance
Category
Zanzibar
Duration
4 days / 3 nights
Starting from
Price on request
Key places
Zanzibar Island
Guiding
Private vehicle and driver-guide
Speak to a safari specialist
People on a Zanzibar beach at sunset, with a dhow offshore
White sand beach and palm trees in Zanzibar
Couple raising a sundowner toast beside their safari Land Cruiser
Honeymoon couple watching the sunset beside a BigFiveTrails Land Cruiser

This itinerary is a starting point, not a rigid template

We can refine pace, accommodation style, flight logistics, park combinations and beach extensions around your dates, budget and travel rhythm.

Shape this journey with us
Day by day

A journey that builds with rhythm, not rush

Day 1

Arrival in Zanzibar

On arrival, our representative meets you and escorts you to your hotel to check in for three nights.

Meals: As per hotel
Day 2

Free day on the beach

Enjoy free time to relax on the beach and swim, snorkel or dive in the clear, warm water. A cocktail and a golden sunset go hand in hand, so indulge as the sun melts away and day turns to night. In the evening, wander the white sands of Zanzibar; beach volleyball, table tennis and other games are available at the resort.

Meals: As per hotel
Day 3

Free day on the beach

Another free day for the beach, the reef or a visit to Stone Town – activities can be booked directly at your hotel.

Meals: As per hotel
Day 4

Departure

Plan the day around your flight time: relax at the resort or book a short activity, before your transfer to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast
Where you stay

Choose your comfort level

3★

  • Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel – Sea View, half board
  • Zanzibar Queen – Standard Room, half board

4★

  • Nungwi Beach Resort by Turaco – Ocean View, half board
  • Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa – Superior Room, half board

5★

  • Meliá Zanzibar – Meliá Terrace, all inclusive (except premium brands)
  • The Mora – Superior Junior Suite King Ocean View, all inclusive (except premium brands)

Price on request

Prices depend on your dates, group size and lodge level. Send us your dates and we will reply with a clear per-person price.

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Included

  • Accommodation for three nights in Zanzibar
  • Meals as indicated for each hotel
  • Transfer to the airport on departure

Not included

  • Flights to Zanzibar and visas
  • Vaccinations
  • Tours and excursions
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Festive season supplements
  • Laundry and personal items
  • Zanzibar mandatory insurance – $44 per person (paid online)
  • Zanzibar levy – $5 per person per night (paid locally)
  • Early check-in or late check-out
Route map

Where this safari takes shape

The journey moves place by place in a calm sequence, ordered to reduce fatigue and protect the best sightings.

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1Zanzibar Island
  1. 1Zanzibar Island

Best windows: Jan–Dec

Reviews

What travellers say

★★★★★ 5.0/5 · 8 verified reviews on SafariBookings
★★★★★

A very intelligent, very funny person who loves animals.

The safari experience with Tony is fantastic; he is a highly intelligent and knowledgeable person who loves and respects animals—and he conveys that passion throughout the trip. He is very patient in explaining animal behavior and the surrounding vegetation in great detail, taking the time to point out every little thing. He always keeps a smile on his face, ensuring that everyone in the vehicle is enjoying the safari. His vehicle is comfortable, clean, and equipped with air conditioning. Safaris are great, but with Tony, they are something truly special. We are very grateful to Tony.

ElizabethUruguay · Visited September 2026
★★★★★

An unforgettable Tanzania safari with an incredible guide

Our trip to Tanzania with Big Five Trails was absolutely amazing and exceeded our expectations. The itinerary was very well organized and allowed us to experience some of the most beautiful places in the country, with incredible wildlife sightings and unforgettable landscapes. A huge part of what made the trip so special was our guide, Tony. He was simply incredible: professional, friendly, patient and extremely knowledgeable about the animals, nature and Tanzania. He is also an exceptional tracker — it honestly felt as if he had some kind of direct communication with the animals! He had an incredible ability to spot wildlife from a distance, read tracks and signs, and somehow always seemed to know where the animals were going to appear. Thanks to him, we were able to see an amazing variety of wildlife and enjoy some truly unforgettable encounters. He made every safari drive exciting and interesting, and was always attentive to the group, making us feel comfortable and safe throughout the whole trip. Everything was well coordinated, communication was easy, and the overall experience felt very personal rather than like a standard organized tour. Tanzania was already an incredible destination, but Tony and the team made the experience even better. I would absolutely recommend Big Five Trails to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania, and I would especially recommend asking for Tony as your guide. I would travel with them again without hesitation!

Dolores BAndorra · Visited November 2025
★★★★★

Amazing

The safari with Tony as our tour operator and guide was absolutely great in every aspect. The hospitality, the excellent knowledge of the animals, nature, the country and its people, the absolute reliability and care, the superb service and all the details covered, just excellent. I would go with Tony and his company any day again. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Asante sana.

MonicaSwitzerland · Visited July 2026
Personal planning

Want this safari shaped around your exact dates and style?

Tell us your timing, travel style and must-have moments. We will turn this itinerary into a bespoke proposal with the right rhythm, camps and route.

  1. Share dates, travellers and the feeling you want the journey to hold.
  2. We shape an itinerary with routing logic, lodge fit and a calmer sense of luxury.
  3. You receive a clear proposal with prices per person, inclusions and lodge options.
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Included with every booking

The BigFiveTrails Promise

Six things you can count on, whichever safari you choose.

Free date changes

Move your dates free of charge up to 60 days before arrival.

No hidden costs

Park fees, taxes, private vehicle, guide and drinking water are in your price.

Met at the airport

Airport pickup and drop-off included on every safari.

Lodges we know

Every lodge and camp hand-picked by our team in Arusha.

24/7 on WhatsApp

Our Arusha team answers you every day of your trip, day or night.

Your own guide

Private vehicle and guide – no strangers, no fixed schedule.

Book with confidence

Clear terms, real people, no surprises.

Rated 5.0 out of 5 on SafariBookings by verified travellers. Planned and run from our base in Arusha.

How booking works

  • 30% deposit to confirm your booking
  • Balance due 60 days before arrival
  • Written confirmation of every lodge and park permit
  • Licensed Tanzanian tour operator based in Arusha

Ways to pay

  • Bank transfer (USD)
  • Visa / Mastercard (card fee may apply)
  • Wise transfer

While you travel

  • Your own private vehicle and guide
  • WhatsApp support from our Arusha team every day of your trip
  • Park fees and taxes included and paid in advance
If you cancelCancellation charge
More than 60 days before arrivalDeposit retained, or moved to new dates within 12 months
59 to 30 days before arrival50% of the total trip price
29 to 15 days before arrival75% of the total trip price
Less than 15 days before arrival100% of the total trip price

Park fees and flights already paid to third parties may be non-refundable. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers cancellation. Full refund policy

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