Tanzania · WALKING TOURS IN ZANZIBAR

15 Walking Tours in Zanzibar That Repay the Whole Day Out

55 tours  ·  from $19

Trips get planned around one or two big bookings. These 15 walking tours in Zanzibar are the ones worth planning around, each with its cost, its length and its traveller verdict.

Stone town Private walking tour - The old slave market and Anglican Cathedral
Private Tours, Private Tours in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Stone Town Private Walking Tour

1.Stone Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · from $26Our pick

Explore Stone Town for about two hours with a private guide such as Mohammed, Imran, or Ally. Walk through narrow streets to the Old Fort, former slave market, markets, museums, cathedrals, carved doors, and Freddie Mercury’s former home. Hotel pickup is available in Stone Town, and the guide can suggest places to eat and visit.

“I wrote to the operator via Viator to ask to reschedule the date by 1 day. I got no reply and consequently missed the tour”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide - Meeting in Stone Town and setting the pace
3-Hour Experiences, Private Tours, Private Tours in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: 3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

2.3 Hours Private Stone Town walking Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 301 reviews · 3 hours · from $24

Walk Stone Town with a private guide such as Khameez, Mau, or Kassim, learning about Swahili culture, Zanzibar’s slave trade, sultans, architecture, and Freddie Mercury. You’ll visit markets, historic landmarks, and narrow lanes, with time for photos and shopping. Water is included, while museum and slave market admission cost extra.

“Mau was excellent, he's so knowledgeable and he clearly loves what he does. It happened that I was alone in the walking tour although I booked it as a group activity. Mau took me to all the interesting spots of Stone Town and took his time to explain everything to me, while giving me plenty of time to take pictures, visit the Freddie Mercury museum, and was patient with me when I stopped for a couple of souvenirs 🙂. I couldn't recommend him enough!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour - Old Fort and Stone Town’s central sights
Cultural Tours, Cultural Tours in Zanzibar, Historical Tours, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour

3.Stone Town Historical Cultural Walking Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $21

Walk through Stone Town with a local English-speaking guide such as Ali, Diamond, Abdalla, or Haidara. Visit the Old Fort, former slave market, Freddie Mercury Museum, and Darajani Market while learning how African, Arabic, Indian, and European cultures shaped Zanzibar. Hotel pickup is available, including from outside Stone Town.

“Tour went amazingly. Our tour guide Ammar was very informative, we learned so much about the history of Zanzibar and were accommodated to. Would recommend time and time again one of the best tours to show a beautiful place.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Stonetown: Food Markets and Street Food Walking Tour - Sunset, one drink, and a change of pace
Food & Drink, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Stonetown: Food Markets and Street Food Walking Tour

4.Stonetown: Food Markets and Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 151 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Spend three evening hours with a local guide such as Juma or Zahran, starting at Darajani Market and a sunset drink before walking Stone Town to Forodhani Gardens. Your guide selects food stalls for Zanzibar pizza, urojo, shawarma, spice tea, coffee, and sugarcane juice, with hotel pickup and dinner included.

“I really enjoyed this 3 hours tour in night food market. I had heard that if you don't know from which stand to try you might have stomach issues, going there with Zahran, was the best thing. He knew exactly where to take me and we tried amazing dishes. I loved every single one. While I was enjoying the flavors, Zahran was informing about the beautiful culture of Zanzibar. Definitely I recommend this tour. Thank you Zahran 🙂”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar Stone Town Walking Tour - The market, where the walk becomes practical
Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar Stone Town Walking Tour

5.Zanzibar Stone Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · from $25

Meet guide Kassim at Forodhani Park for a private 2 to 3 hour walk through Stone Town. You’ll visit the House of Wonders, Old Fort, markets, historic lanes, and Freddie Mercury Museum. Kassim can adjust the pace and follow special interests. The museum admission costs extra; some other entrance fees are included.

“Kassim was extremely nice and good at explaining Zanzibar’s history and situating it within world history!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Stone Town Historical Walking Tour - Forodhani Gardens and the waterfront beginning
Historical Tours, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Stone Town Historical Walking Tour

6.Stone Town Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · from $20Best value

Start at the House of Wonders with a certified guide such as Alfa, Khalfan, Rabik, or Sultan, then walk Stone Town’s lanes, markets, churches, forts, and former slave-market site. The private tour lasts about three hours, suits families and solo visitors, and lets you shape the pace around photos, questions, and shopping.

“The kindness of the guide was great - he had lent me even his own 5 dollar for an entrance ticket before I managed to change the money!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Walking City Tour in Zanzibar Island - Starting at Forodhani and finding your bearings
City Tours, City Tours in Zanzibar, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Walking City Tour in Zanzibar Island

7.Walking City Tour in Zanzibar Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · from $33

Spend about 2.5 hours walking Stone Town with a private local guide, including Juma Amir. Visit the old slave market, Anglican Cathedral, Freddie Mercury House, Darajani Bazaar, Old Fort, and Tippu Tip’s House. Bottled water and slave market admission are included. The Freddie Mercury Museum costs extra.

“Felt very safe as a solo female traveler doing afternoon/evening tour with fantastic guide Juma Amir. I had already seen some of the sites on the published tour route, and he was so helpful and flexible— taking me to other fascinating historicRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: Spice Tour & Stone Town Walking Tour - The human butterfly and the lighter side of the farm
Spice Farm Tours, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: Spice Tour & Stone Town Walking Tour

8.Spice Tour & Stone Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 115 reviews · 5 hours · from $95

Spend five hours with a private guide exploring Zanzibar’s spice-growing traditions and Stone Town’s layered past. Taste fruits and spices, watch a coconut climber perform *Hakuna Matata*, then visit the old slave market site, Darajani Fish Market, Freddie Mercury’s house, House of Wonders, and Old Fort. Guides speak English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.

“Very friendly, on time and kind Our Guide had a lot of useful knowledge about the attractions”

Check availability →Read our full review

Stone Town's Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at the Old Fort by Forodhani Gardens
Historical Tours, Private Tours, Private Tours in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Stone Town’s Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour

9.Stone Town’s Hidden History: Private Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 94 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $30

Walk Stone Town with guides such as Abdalla, Cosmo, Amina, or Issa, following narrow lanes through markets, old baths, cathedrals, and landmark buildings. Your guide can shape the route around history, architecture, food, or shopping. Book the 4:30 pm start for sunset and the night market.

“Issa was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and happy to tailor the itinerary to our interests. He was keen to chat and understand more about us and life in other parts of the world too. Great options and a really enjoyable morning. Would recommend you go as early as you can as it gets HOT!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: Jozani nature walk and wildlife tour - The forest walk: relaxed, humid, and shorter than some expect
Jozani Forest Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Wildlife, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: Jozani nature walk and wildlife tour

10.Jozani nature walk and wildlife tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 3 hours · from $98

Spend three hours with a private guide in Jozani Forest, looking for red monkeys, black monkeys, elephant shrews, digidigi, and camilios. You’ll also walk through a mangrove area and learn how mangroves grow. Hotel pickup, admission, and drop-off are included, with guides available in English, French, and German.

“A Jozani erdőben a program kb 1 órás volt. Bolyongás az őserdőben, majomles, gyönyörű környezet. A mangróve erdőben egy gyaloghídon lehet sétálni, még fotók készítésével sem több, mint fél óra. Az idegenvezető nagy tudású és végtelenül udvarias volt, jó angol tudással. Az ár-érték arány picit túlzó. De az élményért megérte.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed - The Helmet Makes This Different From Snorkeling
Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed

11.Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 83 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

From Nungwi Beach, take a 20-minute speedboat ride to an ocean base, then walk the seabed for about 20 minutes in a special breathing helmet. Guides speak English, Arabic, and Swahili, and underwater photos and videos are available at an extra cost. You must be at least 10 and comfortable in water.

“It was an amazing experience The staff were so kind and helpful!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: Stone Town Walking Tour with Guide - Starting with hotel pickup and the old streets
Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: Stone Town Walking Tour with Guide

12.Stone Town Walking Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 76 reviews · 3 hours · from $30

Walk Stone Town’s narrow coral-stone lanes with a licensed guide, visiting the Old Slave Market, Anglican Cathedral, Freddie Mercury Museum, Old Fort, and Darajani Market. Guides such as Abu, Jack, and Bobby bring local history to life, while the small-group format lets you set a comfortable pace. Lunch may be arranged separately.

“Our guide was amazing, he went at our pace and was very knowledgeable about the city. He picked us up from our hotel, made the tour fun and interesting, showed us different areas and even sang us two songs! Would definitely recommend this tour for one of your first days in Stone town Thanks”

Check availability →Read our full review

3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour - Starting at Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort
3-Hour Experiences, Private Tours, Private Tours in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour

13.3 Hours Private Stone Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $20

Walk Stone Town with a private guide such as Rakib or Nasir, visiting the Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, Darajani Bazaar, former palaces, Freddie Mercury’s birthplace, and the old slave market area. Bottled water and parking are included. Pickup may be available, while museum visits and lunch cost extra.

“I had an exceptional experience with Rakib as our tour guide in Zanzibar. His extensive knowledge and passion for sharing insights made the walking tour both engaging and educational. Rakib’s friendly demeanor made us feel comfortaRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

Stone Town Secrets: A walking Tour Zanzibar - Darajani Bazaar shows the town at work
Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Stone Town Secrets: A walking Tour Zanzibar

14.Stone Town Secrets: A walking Tour Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $30

Walk Stone Town with Omar or another local guide on a private three-hour tour. You’ll visit Darajani Bazaar, see the old slave market and Anglican Cathedral, and learn about Zanzibar’s architecture, trade, and culture. The Freddie Mercury stop adds a modern musical connection to this historic town. Hotel pickup in Stone Town is available by request.

“They are really great. They take care of every detail and make you feel like you’re part of the family. Everything was fantastic! Asante ❤️”

Check availability →Read our full review

Zanzibar: Stone Town 3-Hour Walking Tour - House of Wonders and the waterfront
3-Hour Experiences, Stone Town Tours, Tour Reviews, Walking Tours, Walking Tours in Zanzibar, Zanzibar Tours

Zanzibar: Stone Town 3-Hour Walking Tour

15.Stone Town 3-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 68 reviews · 3 hours · from $27

Explore Stone Town with a local guide during a three-hour private or shared walking tour. Visit the Old Fort, House of Wonders, Forodhani Gardens, Darajani Market, the former slave market, Freddie Mercury’s house, Jaws Corner, and curio shops. Guides such as Amari and Mohamed explain the city’s history, Swahili culture, and daily life.

“super informativ unser Guide negativ war nur der Verweis an einem bestimmten Stand Gewürze zu kaufen...meiner Meinung und Recherche an anderen zur genüge vorhandenen Ständen preiswerter”

Check availability →Read our full review

New in Walking Tours in Zanzibar

★ 3.7Walking in Stone Town with a Expert TourguideFrom $253 reviews
★ 5.0Prison island(Changuu island) & stone town walking tourFrom $1756 reviews
★ 5.0Zanzibar Stone Town Walking TourFrom $306 reviews
★ 5.0Walking Tour to The heart of Zanzibar ( Stone Town City)From $405 reviews
★ 5.03 Hour Community Walking TourFrom $204 reviews
★ 5.0Stone Town walking TourFrom $254 reviews
★ 5.0Stone Town Walking TourFrom $4516 reviews
★ 5.0Stone Town walking tour, shopping, history and cultureFrom $256 reviews
★ 5.0Zanzibar Stone Town Private Walking TourFrom $2616 reviews
★ 5.0Stone Town Foodie WalkFrom $4014 reviews
★ 4.0Stone Town Guided Historical Walking City TourFrom $3220 reviews
★ 5.0Zanzibar Stone Town: Historical Walking Tour With a Local GuideFrom $3318 reviews
★ 5.0Stonetown Private Half-day Walking TourFrom $3521 reviews
★ 4.5Cultural Walking Tour through Stonetown, a UNESCO World Heritage SiteFrom $2914 reviews
★ 4.5Zanzibar Stone town historical walking tour with MohamedFrom $306 reviews

Keep browsing

Safari604Zanzibar Tours534Kilimanjaro Tours310Serengeti Tours155Stone Town Tours147Waterfall Tours76
Scroll to Top

All of Tanzania, sorted

Pick a park, a route up the mountain, or a stretch of reef.

On safari

The MigrationCamping SafarisLuxury SafarisBalloon FlightsBig Five

The coast

Mnemba ReefNakupenda SandbankSnorkellingSunset DhowsTurtle Swims

The mountain

Machame RouteLemosho RouteMarangu RouteRongai RouteTreks and Climbs

Between the parks

WaterfallsCoffee FarmsHot SpringsCultural DaysSpice Farms