The 10 Best Walking Tours in Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago

May 19, 2022 Cedrick Jardin

The Zanzibar Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania, is a breathtaking spot to escape from the world. You’ll enjoy clear, turquoise-blue water; shallow sandbars perfect for wading; and many small, nearly deserted islands virtually unvisited by tourists. Explore the World Heritage Site of Stone Town, Zanzibar City’s old quarter. Or just go beach to beach between tiny fishing villages—each one's better than the next.
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1. Jambiani Village Women at work and play

Jambiani Beach, Jambiani, Tanzania Jambiani Tours
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You will meet the colourful women of the village, who will give you an insight into local traditional activities. You will be able to take amazing pictures of the women you meet and village life plus the chance to purchase products made by the women you have met all at very reasonable prices. Ameir, your tour guide, lives in Jambiani, speaks good English and has an excellent knowledge of his village and his culture. He loves sharing stories of Zanzibar and his home village. All the photos were taken on tour.

Inclusions: Jambiani private local guide

Exclusions: Pick up available from your Stone Town Hotel for an extra charge starting at $45

Reviewed By emmambartlett

Loved that this tour was more than a tour- it was an experience of the local culture. You’re moving and engaged the entire time. Ameir took the time to answer all our questions. You sit with the ladies of Jambiani and learn to make coconut rope and other local items.

2. Stone Town City Tour

Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral, Mkunazini St, Zanzibar, Tanzania Africa’s Home Tours & Safaris
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Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar.It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses whose original owners vied with each other over the extravagance of their dwellings. This is a walking tour that takes you through fabled Stone Town, where history appears to stand still. With visits to the House of Wonders,the former slave market for East African Slave trade, and Arab Fort,Freddie Mercury house, spice market, roman catholic church, Anglican cathedral church and others. The architectural style of Stone town buildings is a unique mixture of various influences and culture, ornately carved doors Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts. A guide walk through this colorful and alternating city who knows not only funny of Stone town, but also cruel stories to tell about life of the old times in Stone town. Stone town tour is a walking tour and takes almost 3 hrs walking in the narrow streets.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Use of SCUBA equipment

Reviewed By 632ksenija_

From the moment we left the hotel in Stone Town until our return, Mohammed perfectly arranged our full day trip to Kwale island. He arranged everything needed, from transport, excellent food, fruit on the boat, swimming, snorkeling, even walking through mangroves, what was my biggest wish. He speaks a very good english. We had fun and spent a great time with him and others on the boat. We met him as a guide and we leave as a long known friends???? We are greatful for everything he has done for us.

3. Stone Town Complete Walking Tour

Old Fort, Mizingani Rd, Zanzibar, Tanzania Tourguide Zanzibar
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To understand the Real history of Stone town - Zanzibar, you need to unpack its past by slowing down, and strolling through the alleys. Explore the town at your own pace - when you set off on our Private Walking Tour of this UNESCO World heritage site. Our local Professional and licensed tour guide will provide an in-depth look at every aspect of its history, culture, architecture and daily life without missing the key highlights including the Freddy Mercury House, Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, Darajani Market, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Old Slave Market Site, Hamamni Baths and The magnificent Zanzibar Carved Doors.

Inclusions: Pick up from Stone town Hotels - Please send us a message in advance, Professional Local Tour Guide, All Taxes, Entrance Fees: Old Slave Market Site

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, Pick up from other parts of the island (Departure point is Stone town), Tips & Gratuities

Reviewed By 981wathekb

Ally was not only interesting, entertaining and informative, he was also of great help and good advise in organizing my whole trip in Zanzibar, giving out smart recommendations and responsive to any queries even if not related to the tour.

4. Spice Tour by the door tours

The Door Tours and Travel
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The Spice Tour is one of the most popular excursions in Zanzibar, the Spice Island. Zanzibar was one of the world’s leading producers of spices such as clove, nutmeg and cinnamon. Tour takes you to on organic farm with wide variety of plants around the year. You don’t just see, you also touch, smell and taste

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment, Breakfast, Dinner

Reviewed By DENNIS P

My husband and I cannot recommend the Door Tours more. Imani and his brothers Geoffrey and Kevin, grew up in Zanzibar and are full of many interesting details of the city and its history. We walked thru the fish market and witnessed an authentic fish auction, learned about the sad history of Zanzibar's Slave Market and explored the underground holding rooms. Also wandered thru narrow alleys with elaborate door carvings which identified the residents as being involved in the slave trade.This was our best tour on our entire 3 month trip. These guys were such great people. You'll be glad you chose this tour. They also gave us more time and took us more places than the other Zanzibar city tours that we considered and all at a great price. Martha and Dennis from California

5. Stone Town tour

Mizingani Road, Mizingani Rd, Zanzibar, Tanzania Paradise Tours & Safaris
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The tour covers the most attractive places in Zanzibar and is provided by the experienced and certified guide.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, Transport fee to starting point

Reviewed By R7631QD_

Very nice and funny guide. The story is very interesting. It was nice to spend time with him. Thank wery much!

6. Spice Tour + Stone Town Tour + Prison Island

Forodhani Gardens, Zanzibar City, Tanzania Zan Archipelago Tours & Safaris
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This is the combination tour of Spice tour, stone town tour and prison island tour. During Spice Tour: The traveller will walk through the farm, guests will be shown and given explanation of each and every spice that are found in Zanzibar. After being fully packed with knowledge, our guests get time to buy spices, soaps and creams which are all handmade by the community within the farm. During Stone Town Tour: Guests will visit the Cathedral, Slave Markets, Sultans Palace, Tip Tip’s House, The Old Arabic Fort, Freddie mercury house, Forodhani Park and the famous Zanzibar Doors in the petite streets. During Prison Island Boat Trip: This tour offers nature, history and adventure combined in a relaxing, enjoying the beautiful and nice beach, feeding giant Aldabra tortoise and colored fish and corals for snorkeling in the channel of the Indian Ocean.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off from your Hotel (Around stone town only), Service Entrance Fees, Shopping time, Services of Experienced Professional Tour guide, Spice lunch and Drinks, Snorkelling Equipment

Exclusions: Guide tip, Expenses of a personal nature

Reviewed By AAS1111

Asante Mady for such a safe and amazing tour! Your knowledge of Zanzibar/Tanzania history and culture was very informative! If anyone gets a chance to take a tour with Mady, you will not be disappointed.

7. 3 Days / 2 Nights Zanzibar Holiday Package

Zan Archipelago Tours & Safaris
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This is a Zanzibar holiday package that takes you to three places: Stone Town Tour,Spice Tour and Prison Island, all this happens in a span of three days. In this package the Guests will experience the historical building that found in Zanzibar then you proceed with the tour to discover why Zanzibar is called spice island through the spice tour after spice lunch will visit the prison island so as to experience the Giant Tortoises and enjoy the beautiful and nice beach.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Services of Experienced Professional Tour guide, Pick up and drop off from your Hotel, Hotel Accommodations, Transfer & Transport waiting charge

Exclusions: Expenses of personal nature, Guide tip, Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival), Airport Taxes

Reviewed By AAS1111

Asante Mady for such a safe and amazing tour! Your knowledge of Zanzibar/Tanzania history and culture was very informative! If anyone gets a chance to take a tour with Mady, you will not be disappointed.

8. Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank and Stone Town Tour | Full-day + Lunch Buffet

The Sultan Tours
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It is a full-day private tour that includes Three most recommended tours in Stone Town; Prison Island, Nakupenda (Sandbank), and Stone Town City Tour. It is the Lifetime experience that you will not want to miss while on your vacation in Zanzibar.

Inclusions: Seafood Buffet (Lobsters, Tuna fish, Calamary, Octopus, Prawns), Chicken, and fries. Or Vegetarian (Fries, Salads, Fruits, etc), Fruits (Watermelon, Bananas, Pineapple, Coconut, etc), Bottles of Waters and Soda will be available all the time, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Prison Island Admission Fee (10,000TZS), Anglican Cathedral Admission fee (5USD)

Reviewed By Elizapaul121

Pickup from Michamvi very early in the morning, we went to the north and take a boat to Mnemba. It was a long trip but worth it. There were so many dolphins playing so closer, we enjoyed it and also the marine life at Mnemba is amazing. Ahmed was there with us during this trip, he was so helpful. I really recommend the trip.

9. StoneTown Tours

Forodhani, Zanzibar, Tanzania Ibrahim juma said
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The traveler will meet a guide on time , we provide the professional skilled guide who will take care to all needs of tour and we are kind and well understandble to any exuse .

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10. Stone Town and Prison Island Private Tour in Zanzibar

Lazuli Tours
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These are the two most recommended tours in Zanzibar from Stone Town, where you will be able to visit Prison Island with a private boat then explore the oldest city in East Africa (Stone Town).

Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Admissions Fees

Reviewed By Stefananadya

The Dhow looks more tradictional and beautiful. It was a long trip from Nungwi to Mnemba but we enjoyed the beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. The snorkeling was great as we saw so many coral reef fishes.

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