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Beach holiday
4-Day Zanzibar Beach Break in Kendwa
Overview
Three nights is enough to get a real feel for Zanzibar if you use them well. We put this short break together for people with limited time: those adding a few beach days after a mainland safari, or anyone who wants a long weekend of warm water and not much of a schedule.
You stay at a luxury resort on Kendwa Beach, on the island’s northwest coast. The beach faces west, so you see the sun set over the sea. The low tides that pull the water far out on the east coast affect Kendwa much less. The resort is all-inclusive: meals and local drinks are covered, so there is no bar bill to keep an eye on.
One day goes to the island’s history. A guide walks you through the lanes of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then takes you by boat to Prison Island. Lunch is included. The other days are for the beach, the pool and the reef. Tanzania Tourism Safaris looks after the airport meeting and all transfers, so you only have to choose between a swim, a snorkel or a nap.
Tour highlights
- Three nights at a luxury resort on Kendwa Beach
- All-inclusive meals with local drinks
- Guided day in Stone Town and Prison Island, lunch included
- Sunset views over the sea from the west-facing shore
- Snorkeling on coral reefs and spa time at the resort
- Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
Day by day
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Day 1 Arrive in Zanzibar and Drive North to Kendwa Stay Luxury beach resort in Kendwa (all-inclusive)Meals Dinner
Your driver waits outside the arrivals hall at Zanzibar’s international airport. The drive north to Kendwa passes villages, spice farms and banana groves. Check in, change into something cool and go down to the water. Kendwa’s long white beach looks its best in the late afternoon, as the sun drops toward the sea. Dinner is at the resort, and local drinks are part of your all-inclusive plan.
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Day 2 Old Stone Town and the Tortoises of Prison Island Stay Luxury beach resort in Kendwa (all-inclusive)Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast is early today, then your guide picks you up for a full day out. In Stone Town you walk past heavy carved doors, the coral-stone Old Fort and the Forodhani Gardens on the seafront, and through the spice and fish stalls of Darajani Market. Next comes a short boat ride to Prison Island. Giant tortoises wander around the grounds of an old quarantine station, and the reef there is good for a swim. Lunch is included, and you are back at the beach by evening.
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Day 3 A Day for Reef, Spa and Sand Stay Luxury beach resort in Kendwa (all-inclusive)Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
There is no fixed plan today. The coral reefs off the north of the island have clear water and lots of color, and the resort can book a snorkeling or diving trip for you. Would you rather stay on land? Have a massage, read under a thatched umbrella or swim a few lengths in the pool. Find a spot on the sand for sunset, then have your last dinner at the resort.
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Day 4 Last Swim and Transfer to the Airport Meals Breakfast
Take your time over breakfast. If your flight is later in the day, there is time for one more swim or a walk along the beach. Your driver picks you up at the agreed time and takes you back to Zanzibar’s international airport. Four days not enough? We can add nights in Kendwa, or you can carry on to another Tanzanian island, such as Pemba or Mafia.
Prices by season
Per person in US dollars. The price depends on when you travel and how many travelers share the trip.
| Season | 1 traveler | 2 travelers | 4 travelers | 6 travelers |
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| Low season 1 Mar – 31 May | $1,795 | $1,197 | $1,026 | $940 |
| High season 1 Nov – 20 Dec and 6 Jan – 29 Feb | $1,890 | $1,260 | $1,080 | $990 |
| Peak season Now 1 Jun – 31 Oct and 21 Dec – 5 Jan | $2,100 | $1,400 | $1,200 | $1,100 |
Tour price includes
- Airport meeting and private transfers between the airport and your resort
- Three nights at a luxury beach resort in Kendwa
- All-inclusive meal plan, including local alcoholic and soft drinks
- Full-day guided tour of Stone Town and Prison Island, with lunch
Tour price excludes
- International flights
- Travel insurance and visa fees
- Souvenirs and other personal spending
- Optional activities booked at the resort, such as diving trips
Questions about this holiday
Is four days really enough for Zanzibar?
For a first visit, yes. You get one full day of history in Stone Town and on Prison Island, and two lazy beach days. If you want more beach time, we can add nights in Kendwa or move you to a second beach on another coast.
Why stay in Kendwa rather than the east coast?
Kendwa faces west, so you see the sun set over the ocean. The sea also stays close to the beach for more of the day. On the east coast, low tide can leave a wide stretch of reef flat out of the water. So Kendwa suits people who mainly want to swim.
Can this short break follow a safari on the mainland?
Yes, and many guests do just that. Scheduled flights connect Arusha and several Serengeti airstrips with Zanzibar, and we time your arrival transfer to your flight. Just ask, and we will add these four days to any of our northern Tanzania safaris.
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