Zanzibar Tour: Culture, Nature & History

Explore Zanzibar’s culture, nature, and history with a private tour of Stone Town, Nakupenda Sandbank, and Prison Island. Discover hidden gems and vibrant wildlife.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stone Town - Embark on a journey through time with the Stone Town Walking Tour, an essential experience for anyone visiting Zanzibar. Wander through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city with a knowledgeable local guide who brings the narrow streets, historic architecture, and rich history to life. Discover the cultural melting pot where Arab,…
What's Included
  • Tour guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Private transportation
  • Government fees
  • Lunch
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
Additional Information

This private tour provides an exclusive and personalized journey that beautifully combines Zanzibar’s culture, nature, and history. Start with a guided stroll through the historic streets of Stone Town, where you can explore hidden alleys and discover the island’s rich heritage, spice trade, and diverse influences. Then, unwind at Nakupenda Beach, a…

Location
Mizingani Seafront Hotel
Mizingani Road
Mizingani Seafront Hotel is in Stone Town, Zanzibar, right on Mizingani Road by the ferry terminal, next to Forodhani Gardens and near the Old Dispensary.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lilyck7201ur
Oct 27, 2025
My Zanzibar experience - I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better getaway! My partner and I spent 3 days and 2 nights in Zanzibar, and everything from start to finish was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed such a fun-filled itinerary: sea walking, kayaking, swimming with turtles, visiting giant tortoises and historical sites, and exploring islands with stunning turquoise beaches. Being away from the city noise, it was all about relaxation, fun, and pure beach vibes (Kendwa). What made it even better is that the entrance fees to most sites were very affordable, so we got to experience a lot without overspending. All in all, Zanzibar was a dream destination, a perfect mix of adventure, beauty, and peace. I’d give this experience a solid 5/5! If you’re looking for a romantic escape or simply a place to unwind and reconnect with nature, Zanzibar is the place to be. I recommend you guys my tour guide Yasco
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290aleenb
Oct 17, 2025
Must-do if you want to know more about the history of the island, it's people and east africa!! - Yasco gave really good historical context to all the places we went to in Stone Town. Such a chill guy and so passionate about what he talks about. This is one of the most enjoyable strolls you can take in Zanzibar!
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Samlz2938vx
Oct 5, 2025
Amazing 🤩 - I just liked each second spent out there in Zanzibar. From the pick up at the port, places we visited and the lead of our tour guide, advices of better use of the exact moment to go a specific place according to the crowd or weather. People were friendly, welcoming and mostly kind to us. Liked the punctuality of our guide and his ability to find a quick solution having new drivers when improvised visiting some new sites. In short every experience was amazing and really enjoyed our stay. I strongly recommend my guide guys 😎
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Tracy1968a
Sep 27, 2025
Highly recommend - Yasco was our private guide fir the day in stone town he was very knowledgeable and so friendly and kind would highly recommend amazing
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Maryg868
Sep 27, 2025
Friendly and knowledgeable - If you’re looking for a friendly, knowledgeable guide, I recommend Yasco. He was able to answer all our questions when we visited Prison Island and Stone Town, sharing with us the rich and diverse history of Zanzibar. During our trip we also visited Nakupenda sand bank where he and the boat skipper prepared a fantastic seafood lunch. If we returned to Stone Town we would use Yasco again.
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227assis
Sep 6, 2025
Amazing day - Very Nice day spent with my sisters. Great people, good Food, amazing places. Yasco is such a Nice guide, the very smart make us discover the Beauty of the place and history of the Island.
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550talibm
Aug 30, 2025
Some man Yasco is! - Me and my wife went to explore the west of Zanzibar with Yasco. He toured us around by taking us on a boat ride to Prison Island and later exploring the Stone Town. Yasco was very informative throughout the trip, we had really good conversation regarding the culture and history of Zanzibar throughout the day. Yasco wasn’t one of these guides who only repeats a script. Throughout the day he was engaging, he took an interest in us, we talked about me and my wife’s country’s history (Scotland). He took some really good photos for us, and we even shared a meal at the end of the day. He was a lovely lad. And worth the money, as we spent the whole day coasting through the area and shooting the breeze about everything. 5/5
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Raniaaa333
Aug 26, 2025
200 years turtle! - It was unforgettable experience we had so much fun, thank you Yasco for explaining everything thing about the history of this island.
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From $165
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).