About This Journey
The 6 Day Zanzibar East Coast and Jozani Experience 2026-2027 combines Zanzibar's beautiful southeastern beaches with one of the island's most important wildlife and forest experiences.
Begin your holiday at Paje Beach, known for white sand, turquoise Indian Ocean water and a relaxed tropical atmosphere. Zanzibar's east coast is also popular for snorkeling, diving, kite surfing and other marine activities.
The journey includes a guided visit to Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, home to the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey, a primate endemic to Zanzibar. The protected forest also contains rich vegetation and other wildlife.
Continue to Jambiani Beach, a peaceful southeastern coastal village known for white sand, traditional fishing life, seaweed farming and a quieter beach atmosphere.
With six days, this itinerary provides a balanced combination of beach relaxation, wildlife, tropical forest, local culture and Indian Ocean scenery.
What Makes This Trip Special
Relax at Paje Beach
Explore Zanzibar's east coast
Visit Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park
See Zanzibar red colobus monkeys
Guided forest nature walk
Explore tropical forest vegetation
Experience mangrove environments
Stay near Jambiani Beach
Enjoy white sand and turquoise water
Experience traditional coastal life
Optional seaweed farming experience
Optional snorkeling and marine activities
Optional kite surfing in Paje
Five nights accommodation
Private Zanzibar ground transfers
Professional local guides
Meals according to the itinerary
Zanzibar Airport pickup and drop off
A Look at the Journey
Itinerary
Your 6 Day Zanzibar East Coast and Jozani Experience begins on arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Meet your driver and begin the private transfer toward Paje Beach on Zanzibar's southeast coast.
The road journey is approximately 49 km depending on the route and normally takes around one hour under normal traffic conditions.
Arrive at your beach hotel or resort and check in.
Spend the remainder of the day relaxing after your journey.
You can walk along the beach, enjoy your first swim or simply relax while enjoying the Indian Ocean scenery.
Dinner and overnight in Paje.
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at Paje Beach.
There is no fixed sightseeing schedule, allowing you to enjoy Zanzibar's east coast at your own pace.
Spend your day:
Relaxing on the beach
Swimming according to tidal conditions
Walking along the coastline
Enjoying your beach resort
Taking photographs
Relaxing beneath the palms
Exploring nearby beach areas
Optional activities may include:
Kite surfing
Snorkeling
Scuba diving
Paddleboarding
Kayaking
Local village experience
Zanzibar's beaches and warm Indian Ocean waters support a wide range of swimming, snorkeling, diving and other marine activities.
The east coast experiences noticeable tidal changes, so swimming and marine activities are normally planned according to local tide conditions.
Dinner and overnight in Paje.
After breakfast, depart Paje for Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park.
Meet your local guide and begin a guided nature experience through the forest.
Jozani is particularly famous for the Zanzibar red colobus monkey, which is endemic to Zanzibar. The park also contains rich tropical vegetation and other wildlife species.
During your experience, you may explore:
Tropical forest trails
Red colobus monkey habitat
Indigenous trees and plants
Forest wildlife
Mangrove ecosystems
Nature conservation areas
Your guide will explain the forest ecosystem, wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting Zanzibar's endemic species.
After the forest visit, enjoy lunch.
Return to Paje during the afternoon.
Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at the beach or your resort.
Dinner and overnight in Paje.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Paje and take a short transfer south to Jambiani Beach.
Paje and Jambiani are neighboring east coast destinations, with the road distance between them approximately 6 km.
Arrive at your Jambiani accommodation and check in.
Spend the afternoon discovering the slower atmosphere of Zanzibar's southeast coast.
You may enjoy:
Beach walking
Swimming according to tides
Traditional fishing village scenery
Local dhow boats
Coastal photography
Optional seaweed farming experience
Relaxing at your beach hotel
Jambiani is known for its long beach, strong tidal patterns and close connection to traditional fishing and seaweed farming activities.
Dinner and overnight in Jambiani.
After breakfast, enjoy a full relaxing day at Jambiani Beach.
This day is intentionally flexible.
Spend your time:
Relaxing on the white sand
Swimming during suitable tides
Walking along the beach
Enjoying your hotel facilities
Taking tropical beach photographs
Watching traditional fishing activities
Relaxing beneath coconut palms
Optional activities may include:
Snorkeling
Dhow sailing
Fishing excursion
Seaweed farm visit
Village walk
Cycling
Kite surfing
Spa treatments
Zanzibar's official tourism information highlights the southeastern coast, including Jambiani, for beach relaxation and marine experiences.
Enjoy your final full evening on Zanzibar's east coast.
Dinner and overnight in Jambiani.
After breakfast, enjoy your final morning at the beach according to your flight schedule.
Check out from your hotel and meet your driver for the private transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
The road distance between Jambiani and Zanzibar Airport is approximately 56.5 km, with normal driving time around one hour depending on traffic and road conditions.
Allow sufficient additional time for airline check-in procedures.
Arrival at the airport marks the end of your 6 Day Zanzibar East Coast and Jozani Experience 2026-2027.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Zanzibar Airport pickup
- Zanzibar Airport drop off
- Private ground transfers
- Paje to Jambiani transfer
- Five nights accommodation
- Three nights in Paje
- Two nights in Jambiani
- Professional local guide
- Jozani Forest guided tour
- Jozani entrance fees
- Red colobus monkey experience
- Forest nature walk
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Drinking water during scheduled transfers and tours
- Government taxes
- Activities specifically mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- Tanzania visa
- Zanzibar mandatory inbound travel insurance
- Additional travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks unless included
- Snorkeling excursions
- Scuba diving
- Kite surfing
- Dhow sailing
- Fishing excursions
- Seaweed farm tour unless included
- Spa treatments
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Personal expenses
- Laundry services
- Souvenirs
- Additional accommodation
- Services not mentioned under inclusions
Frequently Asked Questions
The itinerary combines Paje Beach, Jozani Forest and Jambiani Beach.
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is an important habitat for the endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkey.
The package includes five nights of accommodation.
Yes. Zanzibar Airport pickup and departure transfers are included.
Yes. The 6 Day Zanzibar East Coast and Jozani Experience can be arranged privately according to your dates and accommodation preference.
