Zanzibar Budget Safaris & Tours

A total of 40 tours ordered from shortest to longest duration.
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5 Day Budget Lodge Tour of Zanzibar

Priced from pps 410 410 410 410 Full pricing info
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Tour rates are for the Zanzibar Beach Package at Mid-range Resort Hotels.

Mid Season (6 January - 31 March & 29 August - 31 October):

  • 1 Person: 1010 1010 1010 1010 per person
  • 2 People Sharing: 625 625 625 625 per person
  • Single Supplement: 235 235 235 235

Value Season (1 April - 10 June):

  • 1 Person: 499 499 499 499 per person
  • 2 People Sharing: 410 410 410 410 per person 

Low Season (11 June - 25 July & 1 November - 21 December):

  • 1 Person: 935 935 935 935 per person
  • 2 People Sharing: 555 555 555 555 per person
  • Single Supplement: 235 235 235 235

High Season (26 July - 28 August):

  • 1 Person: 1105 1105 1105 1105 per person
  • 2 People Sharing: 755 755 755 755 per person
  • Single Supplement: 210 210 210 210

 

For the Zanzibar Beach Package at Mid-range Boutique Hotel pricing details please contact African Budget Safaris.

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Tour Duration
05 days
Type of Tour
Budget Lodge Safaris
Tour Summary
A 5-Day Zanzibar Island adventure including spectacular East Coast Beaches, tropical waters and Stone Town. The Budget Lodge Tour of Zanzibar offers great value for money.

6 Day Zanzibar Budget Lodge Tour

Priced from pps 750 750 750 750 Full pricing info
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750 750 750 750 + 125 125 125 125 single supplement (if applicable).

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Tour Duration
06 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Travel Zanzibar and explore Stone Town; visit Jozani Forest, swim with dolphins and discover The House of Wonders on this Zanzibar Budget Lodge Tour. Visit a spice plantation and enjoy white beaches, scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing and boat trips.

Zanzibar & Tanzanian Game Parks Safari (North)

Priced from pps 5950 5950 5950 5950 Full pricing info
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5950 5950 5950 5950 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 1430 1430 1430 1430 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 7390 7390 7390 7390 (Zanzibar & Serengeti Trip included)

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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Tour Duration
10 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Explore Dar es Salaam, Stone Town, Zanzibar Island beaches, Serengeti Park & Ngorongoro Crater. Hike in Lushoto & visit scenic Karatu in Tanzania. Stop in Arusha and end the Zanzibar & Tanzanian Game Parks Safari in Nairobi, Kenya.

Tanzania Game Parks & Zanzibar Safari (South)

Priced from pps 5250 5250 5250 5250 Full pricing info
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5250 5250 5250 5250 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 1430 1430 1430 1430 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 7390 7390 7390 7390 (includes Serengeti Trip & Zanzibar)

Activity Package

This is an optional payment that covers what is considered to be ‘essential activities’ on Safari. The Breakdown of the Activity Package is available on enquiry. The Activity Package can be pre-purchased prior to your arrival or through your guide on day 1 of your tour.

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Tour Duration
10 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Explore Serengeti Park & the Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania's top game parks. Visit Arusha and Karatu town, and hike in Lushoto. Relax on the idyllic Zanzibar Island beaches and discover Stone Town in Zanzibar, ending in Dar es Salaam.

Tanzanian National Parks & Zanzibar Safari

Priced from pps 6495 6495 6495 6495 Plus local payment
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6495 6495 6495 6495 + 240 240 240 240 local payment

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What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

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  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
10 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Depart from Nairobi, Kenya and travel south through Tanzania to Zanzibar Island, ending in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Experience the best of Tanzanian Game Parks - Serengeti & Ngorongoro and Zanzibar's white sand beaches.

Zanzibar & Tanzanian Game Parks Safari

Priced from pps 6495 6495 6495 6495 Plus local payment
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6495 6495 6495 6495 + local payment 240 240 240 240

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What your local payment covers varies from tour to tour, but typically includes things like

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  • food and drinks
  • park fees
Tour Duration
10 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This camping trip travels to Zanzibar Island and explores Tanzania's Northern Game Parks, ending in Nairobi, Kenya. An affordable East African Beach and Bush Safari, including Serengeti Park & Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania.

Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Trip

Priced from pps 2792 2792 2792 2792 Full pricing info
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Double Room p/p

Triple Room p/p

Single Room Supplement

Extra Night in Arusha

Extra Night in Zanzibar

 02/Feb/2012 to 13/Feb/2012

 16/Feb/2012 to 27/Feb/2012

 23/Feb/2012 to 06/Mar/2012

3825 3825 3825 3825

3629 3629 3629 3629

714 714 714 714

141 141 141 141

182 182 182 182

 08/Mar/2012 to 19/Mar/2012

3296 3296 3296 3296

3143 3143 3143 3143

671 671 671 671

121 121 121 121

121 121 121 121

 22/Mar/2012 to 02/Apr/2012

 3296 3296 3296 3296 3143 3143 3143 3143 671 671 671 671 121 121 121 121 142 142 142 142

 05/Apr/2012 to 16/Apr/2012

2952 2952 2952 2952

2841 2841 2841 2841

242 242 242 242

121 121 121 121

142 142 142 142

 From 19/Apr/2012 to 30/Apr/2012

 until 26/May/2012 to 06/Jun/2012

2792 2792 2792 2792

2681 2681 2681 2681

216 216 216 216

99 99 99 99

142 142 142 142

 07/Jun/2012 to 18/Jun/2012

 21/Jun/2012 to 02/Jul/2012

3665 3665 3665 3665

3487 3487 3487 3487

692 692 692 692

141 141 141 141

142 142 142 142

 05/Jul/2012 to 16/Jul/2012

3795 3795 3795 3795

3610 3610 3610 3610

714 714 714 714

141 141 141 141

142 142 142 142

 19/Jul/2012 to 30/Jul/2012

 3795 3795 3795 3795 3610 3610 3610 3610 714 714 714 714   182 182 182 182

 26/Jul/2012 to 06/Aug/2012

 09/Aug/2012 to 20/Aug/2012

3967 3967 3967 3967

3770 3770 3770 3770

736 736 736 736

141 141 141 141

209 209 209 209

 23/Aug/2012 to 03/Sep/2012

3831 3831 3831 3831

3641 3641 3641 3641

638 638 638 638

141 141 141 141

209 209 209 209

 From 06/Sep/2012 to 17/Sep/2012

 until 18/Oct/2012 to 29/Oct/2012

3795 3795 3795 3795

3610 3610 3610 3610

714 714 714 714

141 141 141 141

176 176 176 176

 From 08/Nov/2012 to 19/Nov/2012

 until 13/Dec/2012 to 24/Dec/2012

3296 3296 3296 3296

3143 3143 3143 3143

594 594 594 594

116 116 116 116

171 171 171 171

 25/Dec/2012 to 05/Jan/2012

4108 4108 4108 4108

3831 3831 3831 3831

871 871 871 871

152 152 152 152

194 194 194 194

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Tour Duration
12 days
Type of Tour
Budget Lodge Safaris
Tour Summary
The 12 Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach trip with African Budget Safaris includes Serengeti National Park game drives, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Zanzibar’s Stone Town and Zanzibar Island beaches

Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Camping Safari

Priced from pps 8200 8200 8200 8200 Plus local payment
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8200 8200 8200 8200 per person.

Plus Local Payment of 670 670 670 670 (includes Zanzibar Accommodation)

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Tour Duration
13 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
A wildlife and beach budget camping safari of a lifetime! Game viewing in East Africa's top game parks – Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Then relax on Zanzibar Island’s white beaches.

Dar es Salaam to Vic Falls Safari

Priced from pps 5795 5795 5795 5795 Plus local payment
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5795 5795 5795 5795 + local payment 390 390 390 390

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Tour Duration
15 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This trip begins in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania and travels to the extraordinary beaches of Zanzibar and then south through Tanzania on to Lake Malawi and unspoilt Zambia, before ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Vic Falls to Dar es Salaam Safari

Priced from pps 5795 5795 5795 5795 Plus local payment
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5795 5795 5795 5795 + local payment 390 390 390 390

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Tour Duration
15 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This trip leaves from the Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and travels north through Zambia, the scenic Lake Malawi and tropical beaches of Zanzibar, before ending in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

15 Day Budget East Africa & Zanzibar Tour

Priced from pps 11695 11695 11695 11695 Plus local payment
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11695 11695 11695 11695 + 825 825 825 825 local payment

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Tour Duration
15 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
15 Day Budget East Africa & Zanzibar Tour to Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar. Visit Lake Nakuru & Naivasha, go game viewing in Masai Mara, Kenya, & Tanzania's Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater. Explore Zanzibar Island & beaches.

Budget Nairobi to Victoria Falls Safari

Priced from pps 8395 8395 8395 8395 Plus local payment
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8395 8395 8395 8395 + local payment 410 410 410 410

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Tour Duration
21 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This trip begins in Nairobi, Kenya and travels south through Tanzania, Zanzibar, Malawi and Zambia, before ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Victoria Falls to Nairobi African Camping Safari

Priced from pps 8395 8395 8395 8395 Plus local payment
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8395 8395 8395 8395 + local payment 410 410 410 410

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Tour Duration
21 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This trip begins in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and travels north through Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania including the Island of Zanzibar before ending in Nairobi, Kenya.

East African Budget Safari - North

Priced from pps 15950 15950 15950 15950 Full pricing info
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15950 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 2880 2880 2880 2880 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 3450 3450 3450 3450

Activity Package

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Tour Duration
21 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
3 weeks of East African wildlife, beaches and lakes - an accommodated East African Budget Safari adventure deluxe! Serengeti Park, Lake Malawi, Zanzibar Island Beaches, Zambian Game Parks, Tanzania's Ngorongoro Crater and more...

East African Budget Safari - South

Priced from pps 13950 13950 13950 13950 Full pricing info
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13950 13950 13950 13950 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 2880 2880 2880 2880 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 3450 3450 3450 3450

Activity Package

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Tour Duration
21 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
In just 3 weeks explore Tanzania, Zanzibar Islands, Malawi and Zambia visiting top game parks and tropical beaches on this accommodated East African Budget Safari traveling south from Nairobi to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

Zanzibar, Victoria Falls & Kruger Camping Safari

Priced from pps 10400 10400 10400 10400 Plus local payment
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10400 10400 10400 10400 per person.

Plus Local Payment of 515 515 515 515 (includes Zanzibar Accommodation)

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Tour Duration
22 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Relax on Zanzibar Island's sandy beaches, visit the natural wonder of Victoria Falls, swim in Lake Malawi and go game viewing in Chobe and Kruger National Parks on this memorable budget camping safari through Southern Africa.

Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam Safari

Priced from pps 8995 8995 8995 8995 Plus local payment
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8995 8995 8995 8995 + local payment 685 685 685 685

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Zimbabwe Ruins
Tour Duration
26 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This trip takes off from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, South Africa and travels north through South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and to Zanzibar, ending in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg Budget Safari

Priced from pps 8995 8995 8995 8995 Plus local payment
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8995 8995 8995 8995 + local payment 685 685 685 685

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Tour Duration
26 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
This Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg Budget Safari begins in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania crossing to Zanzibar Island and then Lake Malawi, Zambia, Botswana's Chobe & Delta and Kruger Park, ending in Johannesburg, South Africa.

African Safari Highlights & Vic Falls Trip

Priced from pps 15595 15595 15595 15595 Plus local payment
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15595 15595 15595 15595 + Local Payment 1025 1025 1025 1025

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Tour Duration
26 days
Type of Tour
Camping Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Explore Kenya's Masai Mara & Great Lakes, visit Serengeti Park & Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, go to Zanzibar Island, discover Lake Malawi, experience Zambia, camp in Chobe Park, Botswana, & see Victoria Falls - the African Safari Highlights & Vic Falls Trip.

Johannesburg to Nairobi Accommodated Budget Safari

Priced from pps 23200 23200 23200 23200 Full pricing info
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23200 23200 23200 23200 per person sharing.

Single supplement - 4860 4860 4860 4860 (where applicable).

Activity Package - 10080 10080 10080 10080

Activity Package

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Tour Duration
29 days
Type of Tour
Accommodated Overland Tours
Tour Summary
Explore the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park. See Victoria Falls, Lusaka, Chipata and South Luangwa National Park. Relax at Lake Malawi and ascend the Great Rift Valley. Explore Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar and Kenya.

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About Zanzibar - The Spice Island

The Zanzibar Archipelago is a group of small islands lying off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean, known for its white sandy beaches, exotic spices and the rich history. Zanzibar with its idyllic beaches and fascinating culture is a popular holiday destination consisting of two main islands: Unguja and Pemba.

Zanzibar’s Stone Town – the Cultural & Historic Highlight

The rich history of Zanzibar owes to its role as one of the major bases for explorations of the new territories in East Africa. This rich cultural heritage along with its pristine beaches and exotic spices is what makes Zanzibar a top travel destination.

Most of our Zanzibar safaris visit the island of Unguja, where Zanzibar City and its old quarter, Stone Town, are located. The ancient Stone Town is a World Heritage Site for its cultural and historical value making it the cultural highlight of Zanzibar. In Stone Town you can see the blend of African and Arabic cultural influences that have shaped Zanzibar today. This ancient quarter consists of a network of winding alleyways featuring unique old buildings, lively bazaars, Arabic-style shops and mosques. The markets of Zanzibars capital, Unguja, are also worth visiting to experience the bustle of trading and the enticing aroma of spices.

Zanzibar Beaches & Activities

Zanzibar features palm-fringed, sandy white beaches that stretch on for miles, ideal for spending lazy days relaxing at the water’s edge or swimming in the tropical waters. Snorkelling and diving are popular activities on Zanzibar, reputed to offer some of the best diving in the world. The colourful coral reefs, variety of fish and rich marine life draw divers to explore the gentle waters.

In addition to scuba diving and snorkelling, Zanzibar offers activities such as deep-sea fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, waterskiing and sailing on traditional dhows. Zanzibar has a variety of restaurants to choose from, offering fresh seafood, with crayfish being a popular speciality. At the seafront market visitors can enjoy inexpensive yet delicious seafood whilst mingling with the locals of Zanzibar. Zanzibar is also known for the endangered red colobus monkeys found on the island. This endangered primate has been adopted as the flagship species for conservation in Zanzibar.

Zanzibar Day Tours & Excursions

There are various day tours in Zanzibar, including:

  • An excursion to one of the spice plantations Zanzibar is famous for.
  • An outing to the pristine beaches of Prison Island, inhabited by giant tortoises. 
  • A full day of scuba diving in Nungwe.
  • A trip to swim with the dolphins at Kizimkazi.
  • The Spice tour of Stone Town and the House of Wonders.
  • A fishing trip on a traditional dhow 
  • A sunset cruise on an Arabian dhow.
  • An excursion to Jozani Forest.

Zanzibar Safaris

Our Zanzibar Safaris range from accommodated or camping 5-day trips visiting Zanzibar exclusively to epic 56-day Overland Safaris travelling through east and southern Africa.

You can choose from Budget Lodge Safaris, Camping Overland and Accommodated Overland Safaris, that combine game viewing in Tanzania’s top game parks with a cultural and beach holiday in Zanzibar. Several of the Zanzibar safaris also visit the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Dar es Salaam and Lake Manyara in Tanzania. Other top detinations combined with Zanzibar on cultural and wildlife safaris include Kenya, Malawi, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Botswana and Zambia.

Safaris to Zanzibar mostly take you to the north east of the island to enjoy the white beaches stopping in Stone Town to experience the diverse cultures and rich heritage of Zanzibar.

Find out more with our Zanzibar budget travel guide page.

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