3-Day Stone Town, Spice & Prison Island
A short, easy Zanzibar city-and-sea break. Explore Stone Town with a local guide, visit a spice farm, and take a boat to Prison Island to see giant tortoises and swim. Start and finish in Zanzibar. You can fly in from Arusha or Dar.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival → Stone Town tour
Pickup from airport or ferry.
Guided walking tour: historic alleys, markets, old forts, and seaside views.
Sunset free time (optional dhow cruise).
Overnight in Stone Town.
Day 2: Spice Farm + Prison Island
Morning spice farm tour with tastings (cloves, cinnamon, tropical fruits).
Afternoon boat to Prison Island for giant tortoises and beach time.
Optional snorkeling, then return to Stone Town.
Overnight in Stone Town.
Day 3: Beach time or shopping → Departure
Free morning for beach, coffee, or souvenir shopping.
Transfer to airport or ferry for your onward trip.
Trip ends.
Airport/ferry transfers in Zanzibar
Private English-speaking local guide
Guided Stone Town walking tour
Spice farm visit with tastings
Boat trip to Prison Island with entrance fees
2 nights in mid-range hotel (private ensuite, A/C)
Breakfasts (other meals as noted)
Bottled drinking water during tours
Flights to/from Zanzibar
Travel insurance and visas
Lunches and dinners (unless added)
Optional activities (dhow cruise, snorkeling gear rental), spa, and personal expenses
Drinks at hotels other than drinking water
Tips for guide and boat crew
Tip: Add a beach extension in Nungwi/Kendwa (sunsets) or Paje/Jambiani (kite and waves) if you want a few extra days by the ocean.