Stone Town Holidays

Stone Town is the name given to the old quarter of Zanzibar City, which is the capital of Unguja Island, the largest island in the Zanzibar Archipelago. Also known as ‘Spice Island’, this Indian Ocean gem is home to a huge diversity of plant life, including clove trees, as the archipelago was once the world’s largest producer of cloves. A stay in Stone Town’s medina with its coral houses and sculpted doors is like a trip back in time. The Old Arab Fort, the House of Wonders and the Sultan’s Palace, along with the people and the cuisine, all bear witness to the rich history of a typical port city in East Africa. A trip to Stone Town offers a alternative perspective on Tanzania, where you can combine a cultural stroll with relaxation under the coconut trees.

Stone Town holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Oman - Tanzania - Muscat Nizwa - Wahiba Sands - Sur - Zanzibar

    From Golden Dunes to Sun-Soaked Beaches - A Getaway to Oman and Zanzibar

    Enjoy a delightful mix of city, desert and beach on this two-week trip across Oman and Zanzibar

    12 days, from £4000 to £5550

  • One Country Uganda – Tanzania – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire National Park – Zanzibar

    Uganda & Tanzania - Gorilla Trekking, Classic Safaris & Island Bliss

    Combine Uganda and Tanzania for two weeks of East Africa’s best wildlife, landscapes and coastal cool

    16 days, from £7550 to £9100

  • One Country Kenya – Nairobi – Amboseli – Tsavo – Diani Beach

    Essential Kenya - Capital Buzz, Bush Explorations and Beachside Bliss

    Blend bush and beach on this 11-day Kenyan adventure, from the wildlife-dotted plains to the sun-kissed coast

    11 days, from £7900 to £10250

  • One Country Kenya – Tanzania – Nairobi – The Maasai Mara – Serengeti – Zanzibar

    Safari, Sea & City - The Best of Kenya and Tanzania

    Discover the wonders of Kenya and Tanzania across 15 days, from the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti to Zanzibar’s sun-kissed shores

    15 days, from £12000 to £15600

Stone Town Guide

Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday