North coast
Nungwi & Kendwa
Easy swimming, sunset light and a lively choice of stays for travellers who want the sea close at hand.
Private Zanzibar island holidays
Zanzibar, with time to truly arrive.
Finish a remarkable safari with the coast, or make Zanzibar the heart of the journey. We plan the right island rhythm: a considered first night in Stone Town, a beach chosen for how you want to spend your days, and enough time for the island to feel unhurried.
More than a beach finish
Choose the coast that suits the way you travel.
Zanzibar rewards a little context. The north is lively and easy to reach; the north-east has tide-led beaches and reef time; the south-east feels quieter and more open; and Mnemba offers a small-island experience for travellers looking for complete privacy.
We match the location, room style, transfer times and number of nights to your safari or holiday rather than treating the island as a standard add-on.
Talk through your datesWhere to stay
Four sides of the island, four different moods.
We will explain the practical differences before you choose: swimming conditions, travel time, atmosphere, privacy and what makes sense after your safari.
Mnemba & north-east
Reef, seclusion & soft pace
Beautiful reef access and a quieter island feel, from refined beachfront lodges to truly private escapes.
South-east coast
Wide beaches & open horizons
A more spacious rhythm, with kite-surfing, dhow time and long coastal walks shaped by the tides.
Stone Town & west coast
History before the sea
Start with culture, spice and architecture, then move to the coast without rushing the transition.
Island days, well chosen
Make room for the moments that belong here.
Snorkel a reef when the conditions are right, take a slow dhow cruise at golden hour, walk Stone Town with a knowledgeable local guide, or leave a day completely open for the pool and the ocean.
01Sea & reef timePrivate boat trips, snorkelling and diving matched to season and confidence.
02Stone Town with contextHistory, food and local character without treating the town as a rushed stop.
03Time to simply stay putThe best beach holidays are not filled with activities from morning to night.
Stay style matters
Choose a setting, not just a room.
We compare the details that affect the feeling of your stay: beach position, tide, room privacy, dining style, family suitability and the ease of getting there from your safari.
Private island style
Beachfront privacy
For travellers who want the ocean outside the door, personal service and a genuinely secluded finish.
Refined beach resort
Space, service & ease
For couples, families and celebrations looking for larger rooms and full resort facilities.
Small coastal retreat
A quieter base
For a more intimate stay where the beach, food and slower pace are the experience.
Safari & sea journeys
Three ways to combine Zanzibar well.
Each is a detailed starting point, not a fixed template. We adapt the routing, number of nights and accommodation level around your dates.
10 days · family safari & coast
Family bush-to-beach safari
Wildlife first, followed by a relaxed Zanzibar finish with room for beach time and family connection.
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10 days · honeymoon safari & coast
Tanzania honeymoon & Zanzibar
A private northern circuit balanced with a beach finale designed for two.
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10 days · luxury safari & sea
Luxury bush-to-beach journey
Wildlife, elegant stays and a proper Indian Ocean finish with the comfort level you choose.
View detailed itineraryPractical Zanzibar planning
Questions worth answering before you book.
We give you clear advice on flight connections, where to stay and how long to allow—without adding unnecessary nights or transfers.
How many nights should I spend in Zanzibar after safari?
For most travellers, four to six nights allows a genuine change of pace. If you are adding Stone Town, time on the water or a more remote beach, extra nights are often worthwhile.
Can Zanzibar work with a family safari?
Yes. We select rooms, transfers and beaches with the ages of your children in mind, then leave enough unstructured time for the family to enjoy the coast.
Do you arrange internal flights and airport transfers?
Yes. We plan flight connections between the safari and Zanzibar, as well as private island transfers, so the final part of the journey feels as smooth as the first.
Start planning
Tell us what you want your Zanzibar time to feel like.
Share your dates, whether this follows a safari, who is travelling and the kind of beach experience you have in mind. Our team will return with clear, suitable options.