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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Tanzania

186 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Everything with a guide, a boat or a Land Cruiser attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch - Stone Town: coral-stone lanes and a difficult past
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Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch

1.Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,219 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $68Our pick

You’ll walk Stone Town with a local guide, taste spices and tropical fruit at Jambo Spice Farm, enjoy a Swahili lunch, then boat to Prison Island to see giant Aldabra tortoises. Guides such as Hasan, Ibrahim, and Ussman are praised for clear storytelling. The day is busy, sunny, and best for active visitors.

“The spice tour was the best. You enjoy to see and hear about many details related to Zanzibar spices and nature. The Prison island and Stone town tours are ok, but not something fantastic. Lunch was simple but pretty god. All staff were welcoming and taking good care we enjoy the day. Our guide, Abdullah, shared many interesting details always checking if we are having good time or need anything. I would recommend this tour as a nice day in Zanzibar to learn many interesting facts about local culture.”

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Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs - Coffee making with the Chagga
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Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

2.Materuni Waterfalls, coffee tour & Kikuletwa Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 643 reviews · from $100Top rated

Travel from Arusha or Moshi to Materuni village for a rainforest hike, an 80-meter waterfall, and a lively Chagga coffee lesson. Guides such as Balthazary, Frank, Enock, Andrew, and Victor are known for sharing local stories and helping with photos. Finish with a swim at clear Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Lunch, transport, and admission are included.

“Baltazary is an laid back guide that made our day smooth and relaxed. He arrived early to pick us up and his driving made us feel safe all day. On the way back when he said he knew a shortcut to the hotel I was skeptical but we ended up saving 30min. The highlight of the day was definitely the waterfall and the local lunch afterwards.”

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Zanzibar: Prison Island, Stone Town, & Spice Farm Tour - The morning pickup and road to the coast
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Zanzibar: Prison Island, Stone Town, & Spice Farm Tour

3.Prison Island, Stone Town, & Spice Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 579 reviews · 8 hours · from $70

Spend about eight hours exploring Zanzibar with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, boat transport, Stone Town walks, Prison Island’s giant tortoises, and a spice farm visit with lunch. Guides such as Abdul and Isaac are praised for clear explanations, while the main caution is a late lunch and long hours in the sun.

“Der Guide Samiri was a very nice guy. All in all it was worth it.”

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Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch - Prison Island’s tortoises and colonial ruins
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Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch

4.Prison Island & Nakupenda Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 554 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $35

Join guides such as Salim or Bahama for a dhow trip from Stone Town to Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank. See Aldabra tortoises, explore colonial ruins, snorkel in clear water, and eat a fresh seafood barbecue with fruit. The $35 price excludes a $22 conservation and island-entry fee.

“Salim our guide was excellent and gave us lots of information. Lunch was plentiful and tasty. The snorkelling at Nakupenda wasn't great as the water was choppy and visibility was poor, but overall the day was very fun and well organised.”

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Zanzibar; Prison Island, Nakupenda, StoneTown Tour with BBQ - Getting to Stone Town and finding the boat
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Zanzibar; Prison Island, Nakupenda, StoneTown Tour with BBQ

5.Prison Island, Nakupenda, StoneTown Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 457 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $71

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Prison Island, Nakupenda Sandbank and Stone Town from a single boat and land tour. See Aldabra giant tortoises, swim, try snorkeling, eat a seafood or chicken BBQ, and hear local stories from guides such as Mohamed, Yasser and Suliman. Hotel pickup is optional, with several languages available.

“We had a wonderful tour today that included Prison Island, Nakupenda Island, and Stone Town. Everything was very, very good! The driver was on time, picked us up and brought us back perfectly on time. The food was delicious. The guides who accompanied us – the driver, the boat crew, and the city guide in Stone Town – were all very friendly and professional. The atmosphere throughout the day was beautiful, and we are truly thankful for this amazing experience.”

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Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice Tour, Prison Island with Lunch - Stone Town: coral-stone lanes and a difficult past
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Zanzibar: Stone Town, Spice tour & Prison Island with Lunch

6.Stone Town, Spice tour & Prison Island with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 453 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $55

Spend a full day moving from Zanzibar’s fragrant spice farms to historic Stone Town and Prison Island. You’ll taste Swahili food, meet giant tortoises, ride a boat, and learn from guides such as Fahad, Ali, Mazi, Haji, and Hasan. The $55 price includes transport, lunch, soft drinks, and most listed entrance costs, but check your exact option before booking.

“The trip included a visit to the Spice Farm, a tour around Stone Town, and Prison Island. It was absolutely beautiful and extremely enjoyable. Our tour guide, Fahad, made the experience fun, engaging, and full of interesting information. I highly recommend this tour everything was easy, well organized, and enjoyable.”

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Stone town Private walking tour - The old slave market and Anglican Cathedral
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Stone Town Private Walking Tour

7.Stone Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · from $26

Spend about two hours walking Stone Town with a private guide such as Mohammed, Imran, or Ally. See the Old Fort, former slave market, markets, cathedrals, museums, Hamamni Baths, and Freddie Mercury’s former home while getting practical advice on food, tuk-tuks, shopping, and navigating the maze. Pickup is available from Stone Town hotels by request.

“Mohammed O. was a fantastic guide! Easily the best tour guide we had on Zanzibar! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. The walking tour was a perfect mix of history, culture, and sightseeing. Mohammed made sure to go to all of the important Read more”

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - Finding dolphins near Nungwi and Muyuni
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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

8.Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 352 reviews · 4.5 - 6 hours · from $40

Set out from Nungwi or Muyuni for a 4.5 to 6 hour boat trip near Mnemba Island. Look for bottlenose and humpback dolphins, snorkel with a guide over coral reefs, then relax in shallow water with fresh tropical fruit. Rasheed is often the guide, and hotel pickup, lunch, and private options depend on your booking.

“Rasheed was an excellent guide. He was friendly, fun and made sure we enjoyed our day! We saw some amazing colourful fish and managed to swim with the dolphins. I wish we had time to go again.”

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Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide - Starting in Stone Town and finding your bearings
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Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

9.3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 301 reviews · 3 hours · from $24

Walk Stone Town with a private guide such as Khameez, Mau, or Kassim, visiting the former slave market, Darajani Market, Sultan Palace, Old Fort, Forodhani Garden, and Freddie Mercury’s birthplace. Expect history, markets, narrow lanes, ornate doors, and time for photos and shopping. Entry fees are extra.

“I really enjoyed this tour with Maulid. He was very knowledgeable about stone town and it’s history. I would definitely recommend.”

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Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch - Prison Island and its enormous tortoises
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Zanzibar: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch

10.Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 265 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $83

Spend 6 to 9 hours between Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank in a small motorized dhow. See Aldabra giant tortoises, snorkel with provided gear, and eat a generous seafood barbecue with fruit and drinks. Guides such as Jeff and Milano are known for lively group hosting, music, and helpful care.

“Absolutely incredible day- there are lots of companies doing these trips so it’s hard to know who best to go with but we can hands down say we had the best day with Jaffa and his team, they were a local company with local knowledge and excellent care so look no further and book this trip!”

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4 Days Join Group tour Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater - The road to Serengeti crosses Maasai country and the crater rim
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4 Days Join Group tour Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

11.4 Days Join Group tour Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $1,090

Travel from Arusha through Tarangire, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater on a four-day safari for up to six people. Expect hotel or airport pickup, daily game drives, meals, camping, and a guide who explains wildlife and local life. Ask about Eddie or Halid if you want an especially engaging guide, and pack warm layers.

“saw everything we wanted and more including the big 5. food was delicious and there was always lots of it. camping was also great fun with the fun group we had!”

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Full-Day Private Stone Town Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour - Stone Town, from old streets to present-day life
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Full-Day Private Stone Town +Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour

12.Full-Day Private Stone Town +Spice Farm and Prison Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · from $100

Spend about eight hours with a private guide exploring Stone Town, Prison Island, and Jambo Spice Farm. Expect hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, a boat ride with snorkeling gear, giant tortoises, tropical fruit, and spices such as cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, and cardamom. Guides including Amina, Amira, Ibrahim, and Ali have earned strong praise, though service can vary.

“Amina [sp] was our guide and she was excellent. Very knowledgeable, very personable, and great company for the day. It was a full on day and definitely worthwhile.”

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Zanzibar: Jozani Forest & Sea Tortoises Sanctuary Tour - The Mangrove Trail and Its Black Crabs
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Zanzibar: Jozani Forest & Sea Tortoises Sanctuary Tour

13.Jozani Forest & Sea Tortoises Sanctuary Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 204 reviews · 5.5 - 6 hours · from $75

Spend 5.5 to 6 hours with a guide such as Hussein, Osman, or Ali, walking Jozani Forest, spotting Zanzibar’s red colobus monkeys, crossing a mangrove trail, and visiting Salaam Cave Aquarium near Kizimkazi. Swimming with sea turtles is the memorable finish. Pickup, fees, guide, and water are included when selected.

“Really interesting, went at a nice pace, and feeding the turtles was wonderful.”

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Zanzibar: Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour - Starting the day with pickup and a flexible route
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Zanzibar: Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour

14.Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $21Best value

Walk Stone Town’s narrow lanes with guides such as Ali, Diamond, Abdalla, or Haidara, learning about Zanzibar’s Arab, African, Indian, and European past. The tour covers the Old Fort, former slave market, Freddie Mercury Museum, and Darajani Market, with hotel pickup available and flexible morning or afternoon departures.

“The visit was very nice and the guide gave me lots of details and was able to answer all my questions. Highly recommend !”

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Zanzibar: Quad Bike Adventure Tour to a Local Village - Starting out from the quad office
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Zanzibar: Quad Bike Adventure Tour to a Local Village

15.Quad Bike Adventure Tour to a Local Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 166 reviews · 4 hours

Ride a quad through Unguja’s rice fields, village roads, spice plantations, and coastal paths. Your guide may include stops at local homes, a fishermen’s village, and the beach, with fresh tropical fruit served along the way. Guides such as Ibrahim, Hussein, Musa, and Abib have led tours in English or Italian.

“Really enjoyed the quad bike tour. Great fun on the quad bikes and good way to see the different villages. Would recommend”

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