Zanzibar Beach Packages & Holidays

Most travellers choose ten to fourteen days for a Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday. This usually allows five to eight days on safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, followed by four to six days on the island. Shorter trips of seven to nine days are possible with fewer parks or a brief beach stay. We tailor the balance between wildlife and relaxation to suit your interests, energy levels and budget.

The best time is generally during the dry seasons, from June to October and from December to February. These months bring sunny weather on Zanzibar and excellent wildlife viewing on the mainland. The long rains from March to May can make beaches wetter and some lodges close. November brings short rains, yet it can still be pleasant. Your private safari itinerary can also be timed to follow the Great Migration.

The easiest way is a scheduled light aircraft flight from a Serengeti airstrip or from Arusha to Zanzibar, often with a short connection. Flights take roughly two to three hours in total, depending on stops. There is no practical road connection because Zanzibar is an island. Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris arranges your flights, luggage guidance and airport transfers, so the move from safari to beach feels effortless and you can simply relax and enjoy the view.

It depends on what you want. The north, around Nungwi and Kendwa, has beaches less affected by tides and lively sunsets. The east coast, including Paje, Matemwe and Michamvi, offers quiet resorts, kite-surfing and dramatic tidal lagoons. The south-west has peaceful coves near Menai Bay. Stone Town is perfect for history and culture for one or two nights. We recommend areas and hotels that suit your travel style and privacy preferences.

Zanzibar offers plenty beyond the beach. Explore Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its carved doors, markets and Swahili architecture. Take a spice farm tour, snorkel or dive at Mnemba Atoll, sail on a traditional dhow at sunset, or walk through Jozani Forest to see red colobus monkeys. Respectful village visits reveal local culture. All activities can be arranged privately, with your own guide, as part of your tailor-made holiday package.