Before safari journey
Recover from the long flight, then head to safari rested.
Your route
Arrive in Zanzibar, recover from the long flight and head to your safari fresh. A beachfront arrival, an easy Stone Town evening with a welcome dinner and a flight to Arusha make this a calm start to a big trip.
Please note: if you plan to climb Kilimanjaro, we recommend flying straight to Arusha to acclimatize rather than starting at sea level.
Where you will stay
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.
Stone Town 1 night
★★★★★
A calm waterfront hotel close to the airport for an easy arrival.
Boutique · Stone Town
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★★★★★
Villas and bungalows on a swimmable beach, ideal for recovering from the flight.
Beachfront · North Coast
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Stone Town (alternative) 1 night
★★★★★
A historic hotel with a waterfront pool and rooftop dining.
Boutique · Stone Town
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This is a starting point. We adjust every day to your dates, your pace and your interests.
We meet you at the airport and take you to Stone Town. Rest for a while, or take a short stroll through the lanes if you feel fresh. In the evening a welcome dinner on a rooftop gives you a gentle first taste of the island.
A private transfer takes you from the old town to the coast. The afternoon is for the pool and the sea. We schedule nothing, so you can sleep off the journey and adjust to the time zone.
A gentle outing of your choice: a spice farm, a sunset dhow cruise or just a long lunch on the beach. We keep it light so you start your safari fresh.
A transfer to the airport and a flight to Arusha, where your safari begins. We coordinate the timing with your safari team so the handover is smooth.
Yes for most safaris. You recover from long flights in comfort, and many travelers find the safari more enjoyable when rested.
For a climb, we recommend arriving in Arusha early to acclimatize. A beach start is better after the climb.
Two to four nights is typical for the beginning of a trip.
