4 Days, 3 Nights
Welcome to Stone Town and to Zanzibar. Combining the historic charms of atmospheric Stone Town with three nights by the beach, this is a perfect trip for those who love relaxation but who also want to understand a bit of the Spice Island’s fascinating history and culture. A perfect holiday, with the perfect name: Magical Zanzibar.
4 Days, 3 Nights
On arrival at Zanzibar’s Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, you will be met by our driver who will take you on the transfer to your Zanzibar beach hotel. You have the evening at leisure and your dinner tonight will be provided by your hotel.
Essque Zalu Zanzibaris a luxurious resort situated on the northeastern coast of Zanzibar, offering breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. The resort combines contemporary elegance with traditional Swahili architecture, creating a unique and serene atmosphere. Guests can choose from spacious suites and villas, each designed with stylish interiors, modern amenities, and private terraces or balconies that provide stunning ocean or garden views.
The resort features a range of facilities to ensure a memorable stay. Guests can relax by the expansive infinity pool, indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the award-winning spa, or explore the vibrant marine life with diving and snorkeling excursions. Culinary delights await at the resort’s diverse restaurants and bars, where local Zanzibari flavors are fused with international cuisine.
Essque Zalu Zanzibar is renowned for its exceptional service, with a dedicated concierge team ready to cater to every guest’s need. Whether seeking relaxation or adventure, the resort offers an idyllic setting for an unforgettable tropical escape, making it a top choice for discerning travelers.
Meal Plan
Dinner tonight will be served at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
After breakfast at your hotel, kick back and enjoy a day at leisure at your oceanside hotel. You can cool off in the hotel pool or in the nearby ocean – the choice is yours. Your hotel will also provide you with both lunch and dinner today, so this really is a day when you can take it easy.
Tonight, you will spend your second night at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
Meal Plan
Breakfast is provided at Essque Zalu Zanzibar. Lunch will be a nutritious and balanced meal, also provided by the hotel. Your dinner will be a full, cooked meal created by the team at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
Breakfast is once again provided at leisure by your beach hotel. After that, feel free to enjoy another full day of relaxation by the Indian Ocean: a bit of sunbathing, perhaps or something a bit more energetic such as snorkelling or swimming. Ask at the hotel reception, to see what activities are available. As you are on a full board basis, once again you will take both lunch and dinner today at your hotel.
Tonight, you will spend your third – and final – night at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
Meal Plan
Breakfast is provided at Essque Zalu Zanzibar. Lunch will be a nutritious and balanced meal, also provided by the hotel. Your dinner will be a full, cooked meal created by the team at Essque Zalu Zanzibar.
This morning you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel, before being transferred to meet our expert local guide for a tour of fascinating Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Over the centuries, many cultures have left their impressions on Zanzibar and it is perhaps in Stone Town where you can most easily see their influences. Your guide will lead you first to the colourful market, awash with exotic smells and buzzing with bartering locals. Afterwards, you will visit the calm of the 19th C cathedral, built on the former site of the slave market after the 1873 abolition of slavery.
As you wander the narrow streets and alleys, you’ll pass the Arab houses with their inner courtyards, hidden behind heavy doors. You can compare their style with the Indian residences, adorned with balustrades and metal railings. Amongst the town’s historic sites are the ‘Tip Tip House,’ the Old Fort and the People’s Palace Museum.
Lunch will be taken at the Silk Route Indian rooftop restaurant, with views to the ocean. The Silk Route is full of character, so enjoy the excellent cuisine, perhaps washing it down with a cocktail. Afterwards, we will transfer you safely back to the airport for your flight.
Meal Plan
Breakfast today will be served at Essque Zalu Zanzibar, while lunch is at the Silk Route Indian restaurant in Stone Town. (Note that the Silk Route is a rooftop restaurant, with access being by a lengthy staircase.)
Easy Travel – Transport: Mini Van – Toyota
Easy Travel – Trip Crew: A Friendly, Experienced and Passionate Transfer Driver
Arrival and Departure Transfer: TO/FROM Abeid Amani Karume International Airport –One arrival Transfer and One departure Transfer
Accommodation: 3 nights at Essque Zalu Zanzibar on Half Board (Dinner and Breakfast)
Stone Town Tour: Explore Stone Town with our professional local guide
Farewell Lunch at Stone Town: Enjoy Lunch at Silk Route Indian restaurant in Stone Town
Taxes: 18% VAT (Value Added Tax)
Tipping: Tipping is of course discretionary but is an expected part of the way in which business is done in Tanzania. It counts as an expression of gratitude to those who – hopefully – have made your experience an unforgettable one and enables you to directly reward those people. Our passengers come from all around the world, with different cultural attitudes to tipping, but a tip is of great significance here in Tanzania and will be hugely appreciated by the recipient.
We know that the act of giving of a tip can be a bit awkward and we would suggest that the best way to remove this ‘awkwardness’ is for each couple to put their tip anonymously into an envelope and for the envelopes to be presented by the couple to the staff member. As a guideline, you should consider tipping at the following levels:
Local Guide: $25 US per day, per couple.
Transfer Driver: $15 US per day, per couple.
For hotels/lodges/tented camps, please do not tip individual staff members, but instead use the ‘Tip Box’, which you should find at the reception of your accommodation. For guidance, you should consider tipping between $5-7 US per day, per guest, at each accommodation.
Any Changes done by you: The trip excludes changes done by you during safari or before safari which deviates from the original program.
Flights: The trip costs Excludes International and Domestic Flights
Visa: The trip costs Excludes all visa costs including arrival visas and transit visas
Medical Insurance: The trip cost Excludes Medical Insurance which is mandatory
Travel Insurance: The trip cost Excludes Travel Insurance which is mandatory
Laundry Service: If you require to launder your clothes while on your safari, then you will need to pay an amount that the accommodation charges as per their rate sheet.
Drinks at the lodges/camps: All kinds of soft drinks and hard drinks at the lodges/camps are not included
Drones: The government of Tanzania does not allow anyone to bring drones into the country.
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Yes, getting some key vaccinations before you travel to Zanzibar is a smart move. It’s recommended to get vaccinations for Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and possibly Tetanus-Diphtheria if your boosters are due. Additionally, if you’re arriving from a country where yellow fever is present, you’ll need a Yellow Fever vaccination.
To make sure you’re all set with the right health precautions, have a chat with your healthcare provider. For more details on what you need to stay healthy while traveling, click here.
Zanzibar is brimming with fantastic things to do and see! Here are a few highlights you won’t want to miss:
Stone Town: Stroll through this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its charming narrow streets, historic architecture, and bustling markets that showcase the island’s vibrant culture.
Spice Farms: Take a tour of lush spice plantations, where you can learn about Zanzibar’s spice trade, sample fresh spices, and enjoy tropical fruits.
Prison Island: Hop on a boat to Prison Island to explore old prison ruins, meet giant tortoises, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and relax on beautiful, unspoiled beaches.
Jozani Forest: Walk through this serene forest reserve, home to the endangered Red Colobus monkeys, and enjoy the diverse plant and animal life in a peaceful setting.
Snorkeling and Diving: Dive into the clear waters surrounding Zanzibar to explore vibrant coral reefs and a variety of marine life, offering unforgettable underwater adventures.
Forodhani Gardens: Experience the lively atmosphere of this night market in Stone Town, where you can try delicious local street food and soak up the vibrant surroundings.
Dolphin Watching: Take a boat trip to see playful dolphins in their natural habitat—a memorable way to appreciate the island’s marine beauty.
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Absolutely! We’d love to help you find the perfect accommodation that matches your taste and budget. Simply fill out our inquiry form, and one of our friendly Easy Travel team members will get in touch to offer you some fantastic alternatives. Interested in exploring your options? Click here to check out a variety of great places to stay on the island.
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