Zanzibar Holidays 2025 & 2026 | Tailor-Made by Ultimate Travel Co

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LUXURY ZANZIBAR HOLIDAYS & TOURS

TAILOR-MADE ZANZIBAR HOLIDAYS

After the ultimate safari, retire to a historic island where beaches beckon and time stands still.

TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL

ITINERARY INSPIRATION

From diving the turquoise waters of the Zanzibar Archipelago to exploring the vibrant rainforest of Pemba, our destination specialists will prepare the itinerary of a lifetime.

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Kenya & Zanzibar

Africa

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Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar

Africa

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LUXURY SAFARIS ZANZIBAR

Rich Heritage and Tropical Paradise

You have experienced life in a wild arena. You have traversed the great plains of Tanzania and Kenya and seen top predators hunting vast herds of game. Now you’re ready for quietness; a sense of timelessness; life at a different pace.

Lying in turquoise waters off the coast of Tanzania, the tropical islands of the Zanzibar Archipelago welcome you with coconut plantations, spice farms, exquisite beaches and world-class diving. Standing at the crossroads of ancient trade routes between Africa, Asia and the Orient, the spice islands were prized by seafarers of the Indian Ocean and have been luring travellers for centuries.

Discover World Heritage-listed Stone Town with its intricate architecture, distinctive culture and labyrinthine maze of stone alleyways and tiny lanes. Follow your nose and you’ll arrive at a bustling marketplace with stalls overflowing with fresh fruit and vegetables – some familiar, but others completely alien – and an array of colourful spices; their heady aromas reaching out to all visitors.

Our experts will also tell you about taking romantic sailing trips in local dhows at sunset, or exploring the vibrant rainforest interior of Pemba. They’ll introduce you to the undersea world of Mnemba Island – a paradise for divers – and the sun-kissed, palm-lined beaches of the island’s eastern coast. Where you can snorkel, swim, dive, kite surf, or simply beach yourself.

Zanzibar, perfect for relaxation after an action-packed safari or as an exotic escape in its own right.

WHERE TO STAY

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION

With years of experience and first-hand knowledge, our dedicated team of Africa consultants will be able to find the perfect lodges and hotels for your Zanzibar holiday.

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WHY CHOOSE US

TRUSTED BY FELLOW TRAVELLERS

“IN SAFE HANDS, EVEN WHEN PLANS CHANGE”

Every detail of our Patagonia tour was expertly arranged – from transfers and flights to the choice of hotels. When our onward flight to the Falklands was delayed by two days, 91�� stepped in immediately and secured a hotel for us. It was an enormous relief, especially as we don’t speak Spanish and had no idea what to do next. That level of thoughtful, responsive service stayed with us – it turned a potential travel hiccup into a lasting positive memory.

“THREE HOLIDAYS IN AND STILL HIGHLY RECOMMEDED”

Dan Mills organised perfectly a challenging itinerary to incorporate a wedding we were attending in Kathmandu. A fantastic balance of trekking, rafting, safari, sightseeing and R&R. This was our third holiday with Ultimate Travel and we cannot recommend highly enough

“EVERY TRIP EXCELLENT – AND MORE TO COME”

I’ve been on several small group holidays with 91�� and every one has been outstanding. My most recent trip in February was no exception – expertly organised, responsive to questions, and full of memorable experiences. The itineraries are well thought out, the hotels top-notch, and the group sizes just right. Their tour leaders are knowledgeable, supportive and great company. I haven’t looked elsewhere since discovering Ultimate – and I’m already planning my next.

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5 OUT OF 5

BEST TIME TO VISIT

July – September

BEST TIME FOR BEACH LOUNGING | 15°C – 30°C

January – February

BEST TIME FOR KEEN SNORKELERS | 25°C – 30°C

April – May

BEST TIME FOR RELAXED ATMOSPHERE | 25°C – 30°C

KEY FACTS

ZANZIBAR

FLIGHT (FROM LDN)12 hrs (Indirect)
CURRENCYTanzanian shilling
POPULATION800,000 Thousand
BEST TIME TO GOJune to October
LANGUAGESwahili
TIMEZONEGMT + 3
CAPITAL CITYZanzibar City
GEOGRAPHIC SIZE2,461 km²

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DESTINATION SPECIALISTS

Tania

Driven by a love of learning, Tania is always seeking new stories, landscapes and wildlife across Africa. From riding through the Masai Mara and cruising Zambia’s Luangwa River to exploring Botswana’s remote camps, she never tires of the continent’s endless variety.

Sophie

For Sophie, it’s the quieter moments of an African journey that stay with you: the first hippo call at dawn, giraffes drinking at sunset, tracking chimpanzees in the Mahale Mountains. After living in Tanzania, she continues to explore the continent’s wild places, from the Rufiji River to Zimbabwe’s game reserves.

Cassie

Africa has always felt like home to Cassie. Having grown up near Kruger and the Mozambique border, she still returns whenever she can — waking to the sounds of Mana Pools, exploring the Serengeti, and helping others fall in love with the continent time and again.

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