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Home/Destinations/Zanzibar/Zanzibar with kids
With kids · Zanzibar itinerary

Zanzibar with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Zanzibar is great for families, with tortoises, monkeys and gentle beaches. Here is how to spend a family trip on the spice island — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Prison Island tortoises
  2. 2Snorkel & swim
  3. 3Jozani monkeys
  4. 4Beach time

Meet the tortoises

See giant tortoises on Prison Island.

Snorkel the shallows

Spot fish in the warm, clear sea.

Find the monkeys

Walk among red colobus in Jozani.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

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

Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch
Zanzibar
Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch
5.0(17)·4–6 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Northern Zanzibar Snorkeling, Turtles and Sunset
−5%
Mnemba
Full-Day Northern Zanzibar Snorkeling, Turtles and Sunset
5.0(23)·9 hours
from$128$135/ person
via Viator
Spice Farm,Jozani forest,Kuza cave,Paje beach&The Rock Restrant
Zanzibar City
Spice Farm,Jozani forest,Kuza cave,Paje beach&The Rock Restrant
5.0(17)·10 hours
from$130/ person
via Viator
8 hours Private Catamaran Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank
Zanzibar
8 hours Private Catamaran Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank
5.0(16)·8 hours
from$2,000/ person
via Viator
Private Half Day Dolphins and Snorkeling in Mnemba
Zanzibar
Private Half Day Dolphins and Snorkeling in Mnemba
5.0(21)·3 hours
from$115/ person
via Viator
Jozani Forest Kuza Cave Paje Beach and the Rock Restaurant
Zanzibar City
Jozani Forest Kuza Cave Paje Beach and the Rock Restaurant
5.0(72)·8 hours
from$105/ person
via Viator
Private Stone Town Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Tour
Zanzibar
Private Stone Town Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank Tour
5.0(15)·7 hours
from$165/ person
via Viator
Mnemba Dolphins, Snorkeling & Nungwi Swim With Sea Turtles
Mnemba
Mnemba Dolphins, Snorkeling & Nungwi Swim With Sea Turtles
5.0(15)·11 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator

Zanzibar with kids — FAQ

Is Zanzibar good for kids?
Yes — giant tortoises on Prison Island, gentle snorkelling, the red colobus monkeys of Jozani Forest, and warm calm beaches make Zanzibar a memorable family destination.
What are the best things to do in Zanzibar with children?
Top family picks are Prison Island’s tortoises, easy snorkelling and a sandbank trip, the Jozani Forest monkeys, and beach time in the north.
Is Zanzibar easy to visit with kids?
Yes — with short boat trips, gentle nature and calm northern beaches, Zanzibar suits families, though bring sun protection and watch the strong sun and tides.

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