Zanzibar packages from Mombasa let coast residents skip the trip to Nairobi. You leave from Moi International Airport, cross the border sea in about an hour and a half and land on a different island.
- FromKES 93,000per person sharing, 3 star, with return flights from Mombasa (about USD 720)
- Duration5 days, 4 nights
- StartsMombasa, Diani or Nyali
- Best forCoast residents and Diani visitors
- StylePrivate for your party
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Authentic Adventures sells Zanzibar packages from Mombasa as one booking. We handle your Diani or Mombasa pickup, your flights, resort and tours together. You pay a deposit to hold the trip and clear the balance in instalments before you fly.
Below you get a plan, four hotel options in KES, the flight facts and the rules for a Kenyan passport. Send your dates on WhatsApp for a written quote on your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa.
Highlights
- Pickup from Diani, Nyali or Mombasa to Moi International Airport
- Return flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar
- 4 nights on the north coast at your chosen board plan
- Airport transfers and a Stone Town tour
- Sunset dhow cruise included
- No visa for Kenyan passport holders and we confirm the current rule
- Deposit now and instalments before you fly
Day by day plan
- Day 1
Coast to Zanzibar
We collect you from Diani, Nyali or Mombasa and drive to Moi International Airport. From Diani allow 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the ferry or the bypass. You fly to Zanzibar in about 1 hour 30 minutes. A driver takes you to your hotel on the north coast. Swim and watch the sunset.
- Day 2
Beach day
Spend the day at the beach. The north coast has deep water at every tide, so you can swim whenever you like. Try a kayak or a paddle board. Zanzibar beaches look like Diani, but the sea is warmer and clearer to many guests. Dinner is at your hotel.
- Day 3
Stone Town tour
A guide takes you to Stone Town, a UNESCO site of narrow alleys, carved doors and rooftop cafes. You see the old market, the Forodhani gardens and a spice shop. Many guests compare it with Old Town in Mombasa and Lamu. Lunch is not included. Return to the beach for dinner.
- Day 4
Sunset dhow cruise
Spend the morning free. In the late afternoon you board a dhow for a sunset cruise along the coast. Snacks and drinks are served. You might see dolphins. Dinner is at the resort, with a table by the sea.
- Day 5
Fly back to the coast
Have a last breakfast and a swim. A driver takes you to the airport about two hours before your flight. You land at Moi International Airport in the afternoon. Our driver waits to take you home to Diani, Nyali or Mombasa.
Zanzibar packages from Mombasa, 5 days 4 nights, guide price in KES with return flights from Mombasa
| Hotel option | Per person sharing | Single traveller |
|---|---|---|
| 3 star, breakfast | KES 93,000 | KES 132,000 |
| 4 star, half board | KES 115,000 | KES 176,000 |
| 4 star, all inclusive | KES 143,000 | KES 232,000 |
| 5 star, all inclusive | KES 215,000 | KES 377,000 |
- The 3 star price is about USD 720 at KES 129 to the dollar, so you can compare dollar quotes
- Prices include return flights from Mombasa, 4 nights, transfers, a Stone Town tour and a sunset dhow cruise
- A Diani to Mombasa airport transfer is included in the price
- Guide prices are for normal dates and are confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before any payment
- Zanzibar travel insurance of about USD 44 may apply. July, August, Christmas and Easter can add 10 to 20 percent
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Reserve this trip
Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Return economy flights Mombasa to Zanzibar with taxes
- 4 nights in your chosen hotel with the meals listed
- Private airport transfers in Zanzibar
- Diani, Nyali or Mombasa transfer to Moi International Airport
- Stone Town tour with a guide
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Help with the entry paperwork
Not included
- Travel insurance, which we strongly advise, as in our guide to Kenya travel insurance
- Zanzibar mandatory insurance of about USD 44 if it applies
- Lunch on the Stone Town day
- Spice tour, snorkelling and other optional extras
- Premium drinks and spa treatments
- Tips and personal shopping
Can I go to Zanzibar from Mombasa
Yes. Flights run between Moi International Airport in Mombasa and Zanzibar. Some days offer a direct service and other days connect through Nairobi. Schedules change by season, so we confirm the routing in your quote.
Fares have started at about USD 156 in the past, so a return fare near USD 230 is a fair guide. For coast residents this often beats a Nairobi fare plus the cost of getting to Nairobi. See how it compares with the Zanzibar packages for Nairobi residents.
How much are Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
A 3 star hotel with breakfast costs KES 93,000 per person sharing for 5 days and 4 nights. A 4 star half board costs KES 115,000. A 4 star all inclusive costs KES 143,000. A 5 star all inclusive costs KES 215,000.
Single travellers pay KES 132,000, KES 176,000, KES 232,000 and KES 377,000. Prices include flights from Mombasa and a pickup from the coast. They do not include Zanzibar insurance or meals not listed in your board plan.
Flight from Nairobi or from Mombasa
Mombasa is the better start for coast residents. You save the road trip or flight to Nairobi and a night out. If you live in Nairobi, the Nairobi flight is faster and often cheaper, with more daily options.
Our Zanzibar packages from Mombasa also suit tourists who are already on the Kenya coast. If you are visiting Diani, you can add Zanzibar for four nights and fly back to Mombasa. Read our Diani beach holiday packages for the Kenya side.
Kenya coast and Zanzibar combo
A combo gives you two beaches in one trip. Spend three or four nights in Diani and four in Zanzibar. You compare white sand, reef and culture. The flights link Mombasa and Zanzibar, so there is no need to return to Nairobi.
We build the combo as one booking with one payment plan. Add a day trip such as the day trips from Mombasa for a Kenya coast highlight before you fly.
How long is the flight and how many days do you need in Zanzibar
The flight from Mombasa takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on a direct service. Zanzibar time matches Kenya time, so there is no jet lag. Four nights is a good length. You get one beach day, one tour day and a cruise.
Three nights is a quick escape. Seven nights suits families and honeymooners. See our Zanzibar weekend getaway for a short plan that you can adapt from Mombasa.
Do Kenyans need a visa for Zanzibar
No. Kenyans are East African citizens, so you do not need a visa for Tanzania and Zanzibar. You need your passport. Zanzibar has asked for a yellow fever certificate from travellers who arrive from Kenya, so carry your yellow card.
Zanzibar also introduced a mandatory travel insurance charge for visitors, about USD 44. We confirm whether it applies to your passport when you book your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa. Read our guide to vaccinations and travel health.
Best time for Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
June to October is dry and cool, with clear skies. December to February is hot and dry. March to May is the long rain season, with lower prices and empty beaches. November has short showers.
The coast of Kenya has a similar pattern, so you already know the seasons. Book early for July, August and Christmas.
Costs on the ground
A meal at a local restaurant costs USD 5 to 15. A nicer dinner costs USD 20 to 40. Tours cost USD 30 to 60 each. Plan USD 20 to 40 a day on top of Zanzibar packages from Mombasa. A Tanzanian shilling is worth about KES 0.05, but USD is widely accepted.
Cards work at resorts and bigger shops. Carry small USD notes for tips and markets.
What to pack
- Light cotton clothes and a cover up
- Modest clothes for Stone Town, with shoulders and knees covered
- Swimwear, reef safe sunscreen and a hat
- Water shoes for rocky reef areas
- A UK style plug adapter and a power bank
- Passport, yellow card, return ticket and hotel booking
Pay in instalments and book in one place
You pay a deposit to hold the trip. The balance can be paid in instalments before you travel, by Mpesa, bank transfer or card on our secure Pesapal checkout. See the holiday payment plan for the schedule.
To reserve your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa, open book and pay or message us on WhatsApp. All our overseas trips sit on our international holidays page.
Who these Zanzibar packages from Mombasa suit
They suit coast residents, Diani visitors and anyone who wants a second beach on the same trip. They suit couples and families. They are less suited to travellers who live in Nairobi, who should read about the Zanzibar all inclusive packages from Nairobi instead.
If you want a quiet beach inside Kenya, our Diani packages for residents and Mombasa SGR packages have shorter plans and lower prices.
Airport pickup details for Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
Moi International Airport is about 15 minutes from Mombasa town. From Diani it is about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. From Nyali it is about 30 to 45 minutes. We time your pickup to leave a buffer for the ferry queue or traffic.
Arrive at the airport two hours before your flight. We confirm your pickup time the evening before on WhatsApp. For late arrivals, our Mombasa airport transfers cover the return leg at a fixed rate.
Hotel types on Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
A 3 star hotel is simple and clean, with a small pool and a buffet breakfast, a short walk from the sand. A 4 star resort sits on the beach, with a bigger pool, a bar and half board or all inclusive meals. A 5 star resort adds a spa, large rooms and several dining choices.
We choose north coast hotels, since the sea stays deep at every tide. We name the hotel in your written quote and send photos before you pay for your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa.
Safety and health on Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
Zanzibar is friendly and safe for visitors. Dress modestly in Stone Town and ask before photographing people. Keep valuables in your room safe. Use reef safe sunscreen and drink bottled water.
Carry regular medicine in original packs. We advise travel insurance with medical cover. If you live on the coast, you already know the heat, so pack light clothes and a hat.
How to book your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa
Booking your Zanzibar packages from Mombasa with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every Zanzibar packages from Mombasa plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good Zanzibar packages from Mombasa into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
Can I go to Zanzibar from Mombasa?
Yes. Flights link Moi International Airport and Zanzibar, some direct and some through Nairobi. We confirm the routing in your quote. Zanzibar packages from Mombasa include the flight, hotel, transfers and tours.
How much is a Zanzibar holiday package from Nairobi?
From Mombasa, our guide price is KES 93,000 per person sharing for 5 days and 4 nights in a 3 star hotel with return flights. A 4 star half board costs KES 115,000. From Nairobi, prices start near KES 103,000 for a comparable stay.
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar?
About 1 hour 30 minutes. The flight from Mombasa also takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on a direct service. Zanzibar time matches Kenya time, so there is no jet lag.
Do Kenyans need a visa for Zanzibar?
No. Kenyans are East African citizens and enter Tanzania and Zanzibar with a passport. Carry your yellow fever certificate. Zanzibar may charge mandatory travel insurance of about USD 44, which we confirm when you book.
How many days do you need in Zanzibar?
Four nights is a good length for Zanzibar packages from Mombasa. You get a beach day, a Stone Town tour and a cruise. Three nights suits a quick escape. Seven nights suits families and honeymooners.
Can I pay for Zanzibar packages from Mombasa in instalments?
Yes. A deposit holds your flights and hotel. You then pay the balance in instalments by Mpesa, bank transfer or card before you travel. We agree the dates at booking and send each receipt on WhatsApp.
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Ready when you are. Send your dates and group size. We reply with a clear price and a plan you can change.
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