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5 Days Romantic Zanzibar Escape
Private beachfront resort, intimate boat tours, sunset dhow cruise, and genuine Zanzibari romance
Package overview
This is your escape from the ordinary. Private guide, exclusive boat tours (never crowded groups), and a boutique beachfront resort where staff learn your names by day two. Days of undisturbed relaxation on white sand, intimate snorkeling at Prison Island, a romantic sunset dhow cruise, and meals that taste like Zanzibar actually tastes - not the tourist-friendly approximations. This is where real romance happens.
- Duration
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Ideal for
- Honeymooners, Anniversaries & Couples Escapes
- Accommodation
- Romantic Beachfront Resort
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive Zanzibar International Airport. Private chauffeur meets you with name card. Scenic 25-minute drive to boutique beachfront resort. Check-in, welcome drink, oceanfront room with sunset views. Evening at leisure. Dinner at resort or we arrange a local recommendation.
Morning: Private guided walking tour of UNESCO Stone Town - explore historic architecture, former slave market, sultanate palace, and vibrant local markets. Lunch at atmospheric local restaurant.
Afternoon: Interactive spice farm visit. Smell and taste local vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and cardamom. Participate in harvesting and learn traditional farming methods. Return to resort by 4 PM. Evening at leisure.
8 AM departure via private dhow from Stone Town. Full-day Safari Blue excursion in Menai Bay: snorkel pristine sandbanks (60+ ft visibility), swim in turquoise waters, spot dolphins (40% probability), explore vibrant coral reefs. Gourmet seafood barbecue lunch prepared on board. Return to resort by 4:30 PM. Evening free for relaxation.
Full day at resort - swim, snorkel from private beach, infinity pool, or complete relaxation.
Optional: couples spa massage (90 min, additional cost). Lazy lunch.
Late afternoon: Transfer to Stone Town port for traditional sunset dhow cruise. Sail along Indian Ocean coastline, enjoy light appetizers & wine as sun dips below horizon. Return 7:30 PM. Private dinner at resort or local seafood restaurant.
Leisurely oceanfront breakfast with ocean views. Final morning: Optional beach stroll to collect memories and photographs. Private transfer to Zanzibar Airport or ferry terminal in time for departure.
Complimentary coffee & pastry en route. Depart with unforgettable memories and commitment to return.
What's included
Included
- 4 nights at boutique beachfront resort (standard, classic comfort, or premium deluxe tier)
- Daily breakfast
- Private airport / ferry arrival & departure transfers
- Private guided Prison Island boat tour (includes entry fees & boat)
- Sunset dhow cruise with light refreshments & snacks
- All local government levies & hotel taxes
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel insurance & entry visa fees
- Lunches, dinners, and drinks not specified
- Discretionary tips for drivers, boatmen, and guides
- Personal expenses (laundry, spa services, shopping)
Pricing and booking terms
Starting price per couple — varies by travel season, hotel tier, and room type.
Starting Price: US$800 per couple to US$1,350 varies by travel season, hotel tier, and room type.
Deposit Required: 30% deposit to confirm the booking.
Cancellation Policy: Cancel 60+ days: Full refund minus $150 admin fee. Cancel 30–60 days: 50% refund. Cancel 15–30 days: 25% refund. Cancel <15 days: Non-refundable.
Travel Insurance: Highly recommended (covers trip cancellation, medical emergencies). Cost: $150–$250 for couples. Not included in package.
Frequently asked questions
We'll change it immediately - no questions, no penalty. Your experience matters. That said, we vet guides and resorts rigorously. In 8 years, we've had exactly one guide switch request (guest preference, not performance).
Absolutely. Arrive late? Skip day 1 activities. Want to skip Prison Island for a spa day? Done. Want to add Stone Town history? We fit it in. The itinerary adapts to your mood and energy.
We reschedule immediately to the next day (zero cost). If rescheduling isn't possible, we substitute with an equally good alternative same-day - spice farm instead of boat tour, for example. We've never left a guest with nothing to do.
Both. We've hosted honeymooners, 20-year marriage anniversaries, engagements, and "we-need-a-reset" couples. The privacy and personalization work for any couple milestone. We have specific honeymoon add-ons if you're newlyweds.
