Join us in Tanzania for 9 days/8 nights and get the chance to experience the amazing Sauti Za Busara Festival and more.
March 3 - 13, 2027
A Quick Breakdown of Your Trip, Day by Day
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Day 1
Stonetown walking tour & Dinner at The Box
(4-5 hours) Get acquainted with Stonetown during the 2-3 hour guided walking tour through the winding roads of Stonetown. Remember to dress modestly as you traverse some of Zanzibar's oldest neighborhoods. Enjoy the Karibu Karamu (Welcome Dinner) at Stonetown's premier spot for expatriates to gather - The Box by Ashley.Maybe.
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Day 2
Spend the day at Busara
Sauti za Busara is a vibrant African music festival held annually in Stone Town, Zanzibar. Celebrated for its diverse lineup of artists from across the continent, the festival showcases a mix of traditional and contemporary African sounds, including taarab, bongo flava, Afrobeat, reggae, and more. Known for its electrifying live performances, cultural parades, and engaging workshops.
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Day 3
Spice Farm tour with cooking class and lunch
(3-4 hours) After an hour long ride, you will experience why Zanzibar is fondly referred to as the "Spice Island." Tour a Spice Farm and enjoy a cooking class/food preparation demonstration and lunch. Local dishes will be served. Spices will be available for purchase.
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Day 4
Nakupenda Island visit + lunch
In the afternoon (3:00pm - 6:30pm), take a 30-minute boat ride to Nakupenda (I Love You) Island. Enjoy a seafood lunch and refreshing juices while relaxing on white sand beaches. Adult beverages can be added for a fee.
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Days 5
A Day in Arusha
Fly to Arusha and learn about its rich history. Check out a hot spring, spend the afternoon visiting a coffee farm.
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Day 6
Safari at Tarangarie National Park
Spend 4-5 hours on a game drive searching for the Big 5.
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Day 7
Visit a Maasai village + return to Zanzibar
Learn about the Maasai of East Africa during 1-2 hour visit. You will have a chance to purchase hand-crafted jewelry made by Maasai women.
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Day 8
Free Day
Choose your own adventure, find other activities/excursions, sit around the pool, get a cup of tea from a local coffeehouse, or catch some sun on the beach.
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Day 9
Departure Day