Tanzania Safari
The private safari with a personal guide, a private vehicle and a route that follows the animals.
from 1,465 USD per personfor 6 people
Zanzibar Holiday
Beach, Stone Town and the Indian Ocean, plus safari days on the mainland if you wish. Your Zanzibar holiday is tailor-made for you, from 60 USD per person per night.
5.0 from 45 reviews on Tripadvisor · local operator in Arusha
- Safari and beachThe team plans the safari sections and island stay as one trip.
- Diverse coastsLively beaches, quiet bays and coastlines with water sports, all within easy reach.
- Stone Town and spicesIn Stone Town you can expect old-town alleys, markets and spice gardens with vanilla and cinnamon.
- Boutique hotel to luxury resortFrom a small boutique hotel to a luxury resort on the beach: the team in Arusha selects the right option to match your wishes.
Zanzibar is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, around 40 kilometres off the coast of Tanzania. White beaches alternate with the old town of Stone Town and its markets.
On the water the island offers diving, kitesurfing and sailing; on land there are spice tours and cultural excursions. If you want more than the beach, add a private safari on the mainland to your island days. The page Zanzibar Lodges shows accommodation from Nungwi to Paje.
14-Day Big 5 Safari & Zanzibar
Nine nights on the mainland with Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, then four nights on the beach on Zanzibar.
9 + 4Nights on the mainland and Zanzibar
1¼ to 2 hFlight to Zanzibar
from 3,322 USDper personfor 6 people
Sample itinerary, individually customisable · accommodation in three levels: Classic, Premium, Exclusive
Sample itineraries for Zanzibar
The sample itineraries range from an island-only stay to a tour with safari days on the mainland. The duration, places and accommodation category are adapted following your enquiry.
7-Day Compact Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar
from 1,465 USD per personfor 6 people
9-Day Tanzania Highlights with Safari & Zanzibar
from 1,701 USD per personfor 6 people
10-Day Zanzibar Holiday with Safari Hop-In
from 2,227 USD per personfor 6 people
13-Day Big 5 Safari & Zanzibar
from 2,972 USD per personfor 6 people
14-Day Honeymoon Safari in Tanzania & Zanzibar
from 3,104 USD per personfor 2 people
14-Day Honeymoon Safari with Serengeti & Zanzibar
from 4,035 USD per personfor 2 people
14-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Holiday
from 2,709 USD per personfor 6 people
14-Day Great Migration Southern Serengeti & Zanzibar
from 3,486 USD per personfor 6 people
14-Day Great Migration Northern Serengeti & Zanzibar
from 3,711 USD per personfor 6 people
14-Day Safari & Zanzibar Mix
from 2,768 USD per personfor 6 people
14-Day Great Migration Western Serengeti & Zanzibar Holiday
from 3,417 USD per personfor 6 people
12-Day Zanzibar Holiday
from 980 USD per personfor 6 people
7-Day Zanzibar Holiday
from 598 USD per personfor 6 people
Daniel, Nelly, Sara and Aaron advise you personally and plan your trip with you.
Request a trip nowNo obligation. Reply within 24 hours.
Facts and figures
- Distance from the coast
- around 40 km
- Area
- around 2,650 km²
- Temperatures
- 25 to 32 °C
- Ferry duration from Dar es Salaam
- between 1.5 and 2 hours
Beaches and places in Zanzibar
Four beaches and one island reserve compared: the character of the place and the activities it is known for.
| Place | Character | Known for |
|---|---|---|
Nungwi Beach | lively |
Water sports
Sunsets |
Kendwa Beach | quieter |
Snorkelling
Relaxation |
Paje Beach | Palm trees and turquoise water |
Kitesurfing |
Jambiani Beach | quiet and authentic |
Swimming
Local cuisine |
Mnemba Island | island reserve |
Snorkelling
Marine life viewing |
How your Zanzibar holiday takes shape
Five steps from your enquiry to being picked up. None of it is binding until you book.
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Today
Enquiry
Travel season, number of people, beach preferences and a possible safari combination.
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Within 24 hours
Your proposal
Within 24 hours you receive a proposal covering the island region, accommodation and transfers.
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Until it's right
Customisation
You agree the beach days, excursions, safari duration and level with the team.
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With the booking form
Booking
With the signed booking form your trip is booked. Deposit when booking, balance before departure. Details under Payment.
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On the day of arrival
Pick-up
The team will pick you up as agreed at the airport or the ferry terminal.
Request a trip nowNo obligation. Reply within 24 hours.
More trips in Tanzania
Zanzibar as a standalone trip or part of a larger trip: these product pages show the other starting points.
Kilimanjaro Climb
The Kilimanjaro climb, easy to combine with beach days on Zanzibar.
from 1,714 USD per personfor 6 people
Luxury Safari
The private safari with Exclusive category accommodation, route and duration tailored to your preferences.
from 649 USD per person per dayfor 6 people
Family Safari
The private safari for families with children, flexible in pace and daily routine.
from 2,622 USD per personfor 4 people
Honeymoon
The private honeymoon that combines a safari on the mainland with beach days on Zanzibar.
from 3,104 USD per personfor 2 people
Tanzania Trips
All sample itineraries at a glance: safaris, mountain climbs, island stays, all adaptable to your preferences.
from 598 USD per personfor 6 people
Guests on their Zanzibar holiday
“We chose Wildfinder because Daniel Pullem gave us excellent advice and put together a great safari with wonderful accommodation for us. […] In Zanzibar, too, Daniel Pullem recommended a lovely boutique hotel with a beautiful pool and excellent food. We also booked the excursion to Jozani Forest through Wildfinder […]. I can definitely recommend Wildfinder.”
Claudia D.Munich · August 2026 · Tripadvisor · Translated from German 
“From the organisation in advance right through to the end of the trip, everything was spot on and worked out superbly. […] Great praise also goes to our guide Pascal. […] Thanks to him we were able to see and experience the Big Five. He really gave everything for us. […] The break in Zanzibar was also wonderful. The hotel was somewhat smaller but all the more personal for it.”
Sarah S.September 2025 · Tripadvisor · Translated from German 
“The trip was dreamlike! We saw an extreme variety of animals and nature. Our guide was super […]. The chosen accommodation and the programme were perfectly tailored to us and everything ran smoothly. […] the trip can be designed entirely according to one's own wishes and the mixture of personal advice and the great safari with good guides guarantees an awesome experience.”
Larissa A.Switzerland · July 2026 · Tripadvisor · Translated from German
5.0 from 45 reviews · View all reviews on Tripadvisor
Planned and guided by Wildfinder Safaris in Arusha
Wildfinder Safaris (Wildfinder Tours & Safaris Limited) plans private Tanzania safaris, Zanzibar stays and Kilimanjaro climbs. The tour operator, founded in 2018 by four Tanzanian and German partners, is based in Usa River near Arusha. The team has its own vehicles and guides, is reachable locally during the trip and looks after guests in German, English and Spanish. Wildfinder Safaris holds TALA licence 033221 and is a member of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO).
Locally run in Tanzania, certified guides, fair prices
- Reply within 24 hoursThe team replies to every enquiry within 24 hours.
- Direct local operatorThe German-Tanzanian team is based in Usa River near Arusha.
- Certified guidesSome guides have 10 to 20 years of experience; the team trains juniors with Francis.
- Fair and clear pricesYou book without intermediaries, directly with the operator.
- TALA 033221TALA tour-operator licence, Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism
TATOTanzania Association of Tour Operators
KilimanjaroKINAPA licence, Wildfinder Mountain Climbers
Tripadvisor5.0 based on 45 reviews
Your safari gives back
Every trip with Wildfinder Safaris supports both projects in the region.
People · Mount Meru
Nkoaranga Orphanage
The Nkoaranga orphanage at the foot of Mount Meru has existed since 1997; around 30 children up to the age of three live there with 12 carers. Instead of a fixed contribution, Wildfinder Safaris regularly buys supplies for the orphanage: groceries, toiletries and similar items.
Wildlife · Mkomazi
WildlifeNOW
WildlifeNOW is a Kora Project programme at Mkomazi National Park: it protects black rhinos and African wild dogs, maintains their populations through breeding and safeguards the ecosystem. It also raises awareness in the surrounding communities, and Wildfinder Safaris supports the programme.
Questions about your Zanzibar holiday
What temperatures can you expect on Zanzibar?
Temperatures on Zanzibar range between around 25 and 32 °C all year round. The tropical climate makes the island a year-round destination, and a sea breeze keeps things cooler, especially on the coast.
When are the dry months?
The driest months are from June to October and in January and February. In between there are two rainy seasons: March to May with heavier, short showers and November to December with occasional showers.
How do you get from the mainland to Zanzibar?
By domestic flight: Wildfinder Safaris always plans the onward journey after the safari by air. Small aircraft depart daily from the airstrips in the safari areas. A ferry is only available from Dar es Salaam; that would require a long drive from the safari area to Dar es Salaam, which takes up a whole day of the trip. For details, see Domestic flights to Zanzibar.
How long does the ferry take?
The crossing from Dar es Salaam takes 1.5 to 2 hours. After a safari in the north, the ferry is not worth it, as the long drive to Dar es Salaam comes first. Wildfinder Safaris therefore plans the domestic flight.
Which activities can you enjoy in Zanzibar?
Diving, kitesurfing, sailing, spice tours and cultural excursions. On top of that there are boat trips on traditional dhows and snorkelling, for example around Mnemba Island. The team will work out which excursions suit your trip during the planning stage.
What cuisine will you find on the island?
The island’s cuisine offers fresh fish, spicy curries and tropical fruit. Local restaurants and resorts also serve vegetarian and vegan dishes, and at the markets you can try local specialities.
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