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Zanzibar historic Stone Town private tour

4.3/5
11 reviews

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town boasts African, Indian, European and Arabic influences, making it a beguiling place to explore. This half-day private tour takes you to all the highlights while your guide regales you with stories of famous inhabitants. Then polish your haggling skills at the famous shopping area with the help of your guide.

The historical buildings and winding streets will be the setting for this private tour. Your own guide will show you around while pointing out landmarks such as Darajani Market, the main bazaar in Zanzibar, as well as the former slave market and Forodhani Gardens where you'll be greeted by views over the House of Wonders – a former sultan's palace. There's also a pitstop at the Tanzanite museum, where you'll explore the history of Tanzania's famous Tanzanite gemstone, a unique treasure found only in the country.

Meanwhile your guide will fill you in on popular inhabitants such as Princess Salme, Farrokh Bulsara and Bi Kidude. Last but not least, you'll pass by the Old Fort before finishing up with some craft and souvenir shopping.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Zanzibar
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Entrance fees included
Guided tour
Local touch
Hotel pick up
Transport included

Why you’ll love this…

  • Learn about the history of Tanzanite at a local museum
  • Take a stroll through the streets and become part of the city
  • You'll become so familiar with the city that it'll start to feel like home
  • More than a tour - your guide will share their love of art history with you

Important to know

  • Please note, it is recommended to wear loose-fitting, non transparent clothing that cover your shoulders and legs

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance fees
  • Guided tour
  • Water
  • Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
  • Transportation

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

After booking, you will receive the local supplier's contact details to schedule your pick-up time

Meeting point:

Pick-up service available from different locations:

  • Stone Town hotels and Zanzibar Town
  • North West Coast hotels and South West Coast hotels (= Mangapwani, Fumba)
  • North East Coast hotels (= Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Pongwe, Chwaka, Matemwe)
  • North Coast hotels (= Nungwi, Kendwa)
  • South Coast hotels and South East Coast hotels (= Kizimkazi, Pingwe, Paje, Jambiani, Michamvi, Makunduchi)

Provider

Fisherman Tours & Travel Ltd.


What people say about this experience

4.3/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 11 reviews


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Value for money

4.4/5

Staff

4.9/5

Service

4.9/5

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4.9/5


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    Pavo

    Travelled as a couple


    22 January 2025
    4.6

    United States of America

    Excellent guide with Ali who gave us great insights into Zanzibar and Stone Town. The slave museum was particularly poignant. Overall would recommend this tour - just the right amount of time.

  • E

    Edelgard

    Travelled as a couple


    1 October 2025
    4.6

    United States of America

    Die Tour war sehr interessant und modern Guide hat viel interessantes erzählt. Auch Fragen wurden beantwortet

  • C

    Celina

    Travelled with family


    16 August 2025
    3.8

    United States of America

    insgesamt zufrieden. Guide war ok, sind mit ihm aber nicht ganz so warm geworden und englisch war manchmal etwas schwer zu verstehen. Ist auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen, hatte aber wenig eigene Ideen. Negativ: führte uns gezielt zu einem Gewürzhändler, wo ein gewisser Verkaufsdruck aufgebaut wurde.

  • F

    Franzi & Kim

    Travelled as a couple


    25 June 2025
    3.4

    United States of America

    Man sollte nicht mit besonders hohen Erwartungen in den Ausflug starten. Storm Town ist klein und nicht so malerisch, wie man es sich vorstellten mag. Die Tour umfasst die Besichtigung des Denkmals an den Sklavenhandel (nebst Kirche), ein Gang über den örtlichen Markt, einen Rundgang durch die engen Gassen, ein Besuch der ehemaligen Festung und des Hafens sowie den Besuch im Tansanitenmuseum. Wir waren gut 2,5 Stunden mit dem Guide unterwegs. Wenn man auf Kultur steht, sicherlich nett.

  • N

    Natalia

    Travelled with family


    22 July 2025
    4.2

    United States of America

  • H

    HBG

    Travelled with family


    27 February 2025
    5

    United States of America

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145