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After safari journey

Zanzibar after your safari or climb

Safari or Kilimanjaro first, then unwind in Zanzibar.

Plan this journeySee the day-by-dayWhere you will stay
Duration5 nights
Best forAfter a safari or Kilimanjaro climb
Best timeJune to October and December to February
PaceSlow, for recovery

Your route

  1. 1East or North Coast4 nights
  2. 2Stone Town1 night

The most popular way to combine Tanzania with Zanzibar: a safari or a Kilimanjaro climb first, then a short flight to the island for rest. This journey is built for recovery, with a quiet beach stay, a spa day, a sunset dhow and an easy final night in Stone Town.

We coordinate your flight from Arusha or Kilimanjaro, your transfer and the timing so there is no stress between the bush and the beach.

Highlights

  • Flight and transfer arranged from Arusha or Kilimanjaro
  • A quiet beach stay chosen for recovery
  • Spa and massage day
  • Sunset dhow cruise
  • A final evening in Stone Town

Where you will stay

Your accommodation

Hand-picked places for each stop of the journey. We confirm availability and the best room for your dates, and can suggest alternatives at any budget.

East Coast (alternative) 4 nights

Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar

Clifftop villas with ocean views, a spa and a dive centre for those who still want some activity.

Villa · East Coast

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Day by day

Your journey, one day at a time

This is a starting point. We adjust every day to your dates, your pace and your interests.

Day1

Fly to Zanzibar

A short scheduled flight takes you from Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar, usually in around an hour and a half. We meet you at the airport, load your luggage and drive you to your beach stay on the coast. By late afternoon you are on the sand with a cold drink, a long way from the dust of the safari or the cold of the mountain.

Meals
Dinner
Day2

Do absolutely nothing

Sleep as late as you wish. Swim, read, nap by the pool. If your legs are tired from climbing or your back is sore from the road, book a massage at the spa. We do not schedule anything today, because recovery is the whole point.

Meals
Breakfast
Day3

Mnemba or dolphins, as you feel

Choose a gentle boat day. You can snorkel over the reefs of Mnemba Atoll with a guide who stays close, or go out before dawn to find dolphins in Menai Bay. We ask how you feel in the morning and decide together, and there is always the option to stay put.

Meals
Breakfast
Day4

Sunset dhow cruise

A free morning, then a private sail on a wooden dhow in the late afternoon. Drinks and snacks on board, a long golden hour, and your safari or summit photos finally getting a rest while you enjoy the view.

Meals
Breakfast
Day5

Stone Town and a farewell dinner

A private transfer takes you to Stone Town. A guide shows you the old town and, if you like, a spice farm on the way. Dinner on a rooftop, with the harbour lights below, is a fitting end to a big trip.

Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Day6

Departure

Breakfast, a last stroll through the lanes if you like, and a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Meals
Breakfast

What is included

  • Private airport or ferry meet-and-greet and all transfers on the island
  • Hotel nights with breakfast, as listed in your proposal
  • The experiences named in the day-by-day plan
  • A local planner on WhatsApp throughout your trip
  • All taxes and service charges on what we arrange

Not included

  • International and regional flights, unless we quote them
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas and airport fees
  • Meals and drinks not listed
  • Tips and personal spending

Good to know

How much time should I leave between safari and flight home?

We always plan a buffer. If you fly internationally from Zanzibar, we keep the beach days at the end so any delay in the bush does not affect your connection.

Is this good after climbing Kilimanjaro?

Yes. It is the most popular recovery trip. We choose a quiet stay with a spa and easy access to the sea.

Can you book the flights?

Yes. We arrange the Arusha or Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar flight along with your transfers.

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