Zanzibar Holiday

6-Day Zanzibar Honeymoon

A romantic island honeymoon with boutique hotels, private experiences and plenty of time to simply be together.

  • 6 days / 5 nights
  • Zanzibar
  • Stone Town, Matemwe or Paje
Overview

About the 6-Day Zanzibar Honeymoon

After the excitement of a safari, unwind in style. One night in a historic Stone Town boutique hotel, then four nights at a romantic beach retreat on the quieter east coast.

Trip Highlights

  • Rooftop dinner in Stone Town
  • Private sunset dhow
  • Beach villa with pool
  • Couples spa treatment
Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Zanzibar

Karibu Zanzibar! Meet your driver at Abeid Amani Karume Airport or the ferry port and transfer to your hotel. Spend the evening watching the sunset with a fresh juice or cocktail.

Day 2Stone Town & Spice Farm Tour

Guided walk through the UNESCO-listed alleys of Stone Town: carved Zanzibari doors, the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, Darajani Market and the moving Slave Market memorial. In the afternoon, visit a spice farm to taste cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and fresh tropical fruit.

Overnight: Stone Town boutique hotel

Day 3To the East Coast

Transfer to your beach villa in Matemwe or Paje. Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: beach villa

Day 4Private Sunset Dhow

Relaxing day, ending with a private dhow cruise and sundowners at sea.

Day 5Spa & Candlelit Beach Dinner

Couples massage in the afternoon and a private dinner set up on the sand.

Day 6Departure

Breakfast, check-out and transfer to the airport or ferry – or connect to a safari or Kilimanjaro climb on the mainland.

Where You Stay

Choose Your Comfort Level

StyleWhat to expect
Boutique Stone TownRestored Swahili-Arabic houses with carved doors, rooftop terraces and sunset views over the harbour.
Beach ResortsRelaxed hotels on Nungwi, Kendwa or Paje with pools, beach bars and easy access to excursions.
Luxury Villas & RetreatsPrivate villas with plunge pools, spa treatments and quiet, uncrowded beaches — perfect for honeymoons.
Inclusions

What’s Included

Included

  • Zanzibar airport/ferry transfers
  • Accommodation as listed with breakfast
  • Excursions listed in the itinerary with local guide
  • Entrance fees for listed tours
  • 24/7 local support

Not included

  • Flights to/from Zanzibar
  • Zanzibar mandatory travel insurance
  • Lunches and dinners unless stated
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Optional diving / extra excursions
Before You Go

Good to Know

Best time to visit

June–October and December–February are dry and sunny. March–May brings the long rains.

Zanzibar travel insurance

All visitors must buy Zanzibar’s official inbound travel insurance online before arrival — we send you the link when you book.

Dress & culture

Zanzibar is mainly Muslim. Swimwear is fine at hotels and on the beach; please cover shoulders and knees in Stone Town and villages.

Combine with a safari

Short flights connect Arusha and the Serengeti with Zanzibar. See our safari & beach combination.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which beach is best?

Nungwi and Kendwa for swimming at all tides and sunsets; Paje for kite-surfing; Matemwe for quiet luxury near Mnemba. Read our Zanzibar beach guide.

Can I add extra nights?

Of course — stay as long as you like and we will adjust the plan.

Are excursions private?

Stone Town and spice tours are private; sea excursions can be shared or private on request.

Trip at a Glance

  • Duration6 days / 5 nights
  • Start / EndZanzibar
  • AreasStone Town, Matemwe or Paje
  • Best forHoneymoons
  • DeparturePrivate, any date
Tailor-made priceYour price depends on travel dates, group size and comfort level. Get an exact, all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.

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Make This Trip Your Own

Every itinerary can be adjusted — more days, different camps, add Zanzibar or Kilimanjaro. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tailor it within 24 hours.