Zanzibar in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Zanzibar? See the city and the sea. Here is how to spend one perfect day on the spice island — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Stone Town
2Spice farm
3Prison Island
4Sandbank lunch

Morning: Stone Town

Explore the UNESCO alleys and bazaars.

Midday: spice farm

Smell and taste the island’s spices.

Afternoon: Prison Island

Meet tortoises and relax on the sandbank.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Zanzibar — prices per person.

Zanzibar

Private Stone Town Walking Tour

Private geführte Tour nach Prison Island, Nakupenda Beach, Stone Town

4.5(52)·8 Stunden

ab$145/ Person

über Viator

Zanzibar in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Zanzibar in one day?

Yes — explore Stone Town in the morning, visit a spice farm at midday, and take a Prison Island and sandbank boat trip in the afternoon.

What is the best one-day Zanzibar tour?

A combined Stone Town, spice farm and Prison Island tour is the most rewarding way to spend a single day on the island.

How much does one day in Zanzibar cost?

Budget roughly €40–€90 per person for a combined Stone Town, spice and Prison Island tour with lunch.