Zanzibar 7-day itinerary — Budget

Tanzania · 2 travelers · 6 nights · fixed USD estimates

Here is a ready-made 7-day budget plan for Zanzibar for two: a day-by-day programme balancing headline sights, old-town markets and recovery time, with per-day cost estimates built from fixed local average prices — one hotel room for 6 nights, food and activities for two, and group transport.

Day	Plan	Estimated cost
1	Arrival in Zanzibar • Land, transfer to your hotel in Zanzibar and check in • Short rest after the flight, then a first dinner at a nearby local restaurant • An easy evening walk around the neighbourhood to get your bearings in Zanzibar	$55calculate in the tool
2	A day out around Zanzibar • Rent a car or join a one-day organised tour from Zanzibar • Two main stops: a natural landmark, then a nearby village or island for lunch • A final sunset stop on the way back to Zanzibar	$83calculate in the tool
3	Rest and leisure day • Slow morning: late breakfast, hotel pool, or extra sleep • Afternoon in a public park or on Zanzibar's waterfront with a quiet café • Evening fun: cinema, board games, or a lively café district	$83calculate in the tool
4	Exploring modern Zanzibar • Tour the modern district, towers and big malls of Zanzibar • Lunch at a local food hall, then a modern sight (design museum or water park) • Evening activity: a short boat ride or a night lights tour	$83calculate in the tool
5	Old town and bazaars of Zanzibar • Morning wander through the old quarter lanes of Zanzibar • Browse the main traditional bazaar and the historic square, mosque or church • Street-food tasting: a famous local dish and a traditional drink	$83calculate in the tool
6	Main landmarks day in Zanzibar • Visit Zanzibar's top historic site early to beat the crowds • Walk or ride city transit between two nearby sights • Sunset from Zanzibar's best viewpoint	$83calculate in the tool
7	Shopping and departure • Check out and store luggage at the hotel • Final shopping window: souvenirs and gifts from Zanzibar • Head to the airport at least four hours before the flight	$44calculate in the tool

Estimated trip total (excluding flights)

$516

Per person: $258 · Couple: $516

≈ 516 $ (USD) · approximate FX

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FAQ

How much does a 7-day trip to Zanzibar cost?

A 7-day budget trip for two is estimated at about $516 USD (hotel, food, transport and activities, excluding flights), i.e. roughly $258 per person.

What is the daily cost in Zanzibar?

The average day for two runs about $74; arrival and departure days cost less than full sightseeing days.

When is the best time to visit Zanzibar?

Spring and autumn usually offer the best balance of weather and prices in most destinations.