ZANZIBAR 2025 “Pay 50% deposit upon enrollment and pay the balance 35 days prior to departure”.
Listed rates are dynamic, real-time pricing and are directly linked to any changes in rates and conditions at each hotel. Hotels reserve the right to change or discontinue discounts and promotions at any time and the tour operator is not responsible for any price change. We therefore recommend booking within 24 hours of selecting a hotel and offer.
Important! From 1 October 2024, all tourists travelling to Zanzibar must have compulsory travel insurance issued by Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. It is issued and paid for individually by each traveller through the website https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/
Flight schedule Zanzibar with charter flight from Sofia
Departure FB9039: Sofia 23:00 – Zanzibar 08:55 (+1)
Return FB9040: Zanzibar 15:00 – Sofia 23:10
Aircraft type: B733
Airline address. Sofia, 1540, Zambia Blvd. 1 Brussels
Airline: Bulgaria Air
- All flight times are in local time.
- The flight lasts about 9 hours with technical stops for refuelling (40-50 minutes stopover).
- There may be a change in the flight schedule by the airline. Final flight schedule confirmed one week prior to travel
- In winter there is a time difference of +1 hour between Bulgaria and Zanzibar.
FLIGHT PROGRAMME FROM SOFIA TO ZANZIBAR
ENROLMENT AND PAYMENT CONDITIONS:
1.Payments:
1.1 Deposit of 50% of the package price
1.2 Supplementary payment up to 35 days before departure
1.3 Payment shall be made in BGN, in cash, online or by bank transfer and in accordance with the official BNB fixing rate on the day of payment
1.4 In case of non-compliance with the payment terms described above in 1.1 and 1.2, the Tour Operator has the right to terminate the package contract and cancel the booking.
2. Cancellation Periods:
2.1 The User has the right to cancel the Package Contract at any time prior to the execution of this Contract.
2.2 Where the User/Traveller cancels the Contract in accordance with clause 2.1, the User/Traveller shall pay a standard cancellation fee calculated on the basis of the time at which the Contract is cancelled as follows:
- if the cancellation is made within 7 / seventh / working day after the conclusion of the Contract and in the event that the Contract is concluded more than 35 days before the date of departure, the cancellation fee is the amount of the reservation fee – 50 EURO / 98 BGN per person. For any change after the initial booking a fee of 50 EURO / 98 BGN per person will be charged;
- if the cancellation is made after the specified period of 7 working days after booking and in case the contract is concluded more than 35 days before the departure date, a cancellation fee in the amount of the paid deposit – 50% of the price of the organized trip in BGN will be applied;
- if the cancellation is made up to 14 days before the departure date, the cancellation fee is 80% of the price of the organised trip in BGN;
- if the cancellation is made less than 14 days before the departure date, the cancellation fee is 90% of the price of the organised trip in BGN.
BOOKING AND PAYMENT TERMS AT RATES INCLUDING HOTEL DISCOUNTS, PROMOTIONS AND LAST MINUTE OFFERS:
- Hotel discounts, promotions and last minute offers are valid for booking and payment made within the dates, terms and conditions advertised for each hotel.
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS FOR THE TRIP: 100 people.
NOTIFICATION PERIOD IN CASE OF INSUFFICIENT NUMBER OF TOURISTS REGISTERED:
- 20 days before the start of the package – in the case of trips lasting more than 6 days;
- 7 days before the start of the package – in the case of trips lasting from 2 to 6 days;
- 48 hours before the start of the package – in the case of trips lasting less than 2 days.
NECESSARY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
- International passport with a minimum validity of 6 months after the date of return.
- Persons travelling with or without one parent shall present, in addition to an international passport, a notarised declaration from one or both parents and a birth certificate and a copy thereof.
- Important! From 1 October 2024, all tourists travelling to Zanzibar must have compulsory travel insurance issued by Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. It is issued and paid for individually by each traveller through the website https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/
VISA REGIME: Yes
- Visa for Tanzania – 50 USD. The short-term Tanzanian visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. It is issued locally upon arrival at Zanzibar airport.
- Documents required: scanned colour copy of passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return from the trip; completed visa application form. Visa applications can be downloaded from the website of the Embassy of Tanzania in Berlin: http://www.tanzania-gov.de/
VACCINES AND IMMUNIZATION:
- Travel is without mandatory medical immunization requirements.
- Yellow fever vaccine is recommended for Zanzibar and Tanzania.
- Malaria tablets are recommended for mainland Tanzania.
FUEL CHARGE: Due to constantly changing fuel prices, airlines may charge a so-called fuel surcharge. In this case, the actual cost of the fuel surcharge, calculated according to the formula explained below, will be added to the price of the journey and will be payable for all bookings for the flight for which it is charged, no matter when they are made. If there is such a change, information on the value shall be announced 20 days before the date of the flight concerned and the information shall be passed on to customers. Payment of the fuel surcharge shall be made up to 20 days prior to the date of departure, at the agency where the booking was made / for bookings made less than 20 days prior to the flight concerned, the same fuel surcharge, if any, shall apply. The airfares in these offers are calculated at the following fuel prices per tonne for 1 /one/ leg – Sofia – 800 USD per tonne, Zanzibar – 800 USD per tonne and the Euro to USD exchange rate 1.00 to 1.00. The formula for calculating the net fuel surcharge is: ((X-Y) x Z) + ((X1-Y1) x Z1)/number of seats = NET FUEL FEE, where X is the current fuel price on a given date /before or during the flight program/, Y is the fuel price described above, is the average fuel consumption in tonnes on the Sofia – Zanzibar flight segment, and X1, Y1 and Z1 represent the same components described above but on the Zanzibar – Sofia flight segment.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE. It shall be concluded within 20 calendar days from the date of booking of the travel package, provided that the first payment has been made under the contract and only in the event that not less than 14 days remain until the departure date of the trip from the day of conclusion of the insurance. The cost of trip cancellation insurance depends on the price of the package purchased, the age of the tourist and the cancellation period.
General terms and conditions of travel cancellation insurance
Trip cancellation insurance rates
CONSUMER RIGHTS:
- The User shall have the right to transfer the concluded contract for a tourist package to another person who meets all the requirements applicable to the concluded contract only after having given written notice to the Tour Operator by electronic correspondence or by letter with return receipt received by the Tour Operator not later than 7 days before the commencement of the execution of the tourist package. The person transferring and the person to whom the tour package contract is transferred shall be jointly and severally liable for payment of the balance of the contract sum, if any, and any additional fees, charges or other incidental costs arising from the transfer. The tour operator shall inform the person transferring the package of its actual costs in connection with the transfer, in accordance with the prices and conditions current at the time of the change.
- The reservation is considered valid only if confirmed by the Tour Operator within 48 hours. If the originally booked hotel is not confirmed, the Tour Operator may offer the User other accommodation options. If the User does not accept the other options, he/she has the right to request a refund of the deposit paid.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
- The medical insurance for the tourist packages is provided by ALIANZ BULGARIA AD. According to the General Conditions of the travel assistance insurance, in case of need for medical assistance, within 24 hours after the occurrence of the event, the Insured, personally or through a medical or other person authorized by him, is obliged to immediately contact the Assistance company “ALLIANZ GLOBAL ASISTANCE” at tel. +359 2 950 38 50, e-mail: claims.bg@allianz.com and provide the necessary information in Bulgarian or English. In the event that the Insured fails to comply with this obligation and fails to notify the Assistance Company and, in doing so, organises the provision of medical assistance, either independently or through another person, the Insurer shall be entitled to refuse to pay or to partially credit for payment any costs in connection with the occurrence and the assistance provided.
- Prices including discounts for hotel accommodation are valid only if the reservation is made and paid according to the terms and conditions announced for each hotel.
- For triple rooms (TRPL) and double rooms with extra bed (DBL + ex. bed), 3 regular beds are not guaranteed.
- When accommodating 2 adults with 1 or 2 children (DBL + 1 chd; DBL + 2 chd), the third and fourth beds are always extra, pull-out type.
- Sea view rooms are only guaranteed in hotels where there is a surcharge for this room type.
- PROMO and ECONOMY rooms have a lower price. They are smaller in size than standard rooms, with an extreme location on the hotel grounds, on the ground floor, without a balcony or terrace, with a small bathroom and different furnishings.
- The tour operator does not guarantee accommodation in adjoining rooms for groups with more than one room, as this is subject to availability and hotel policy.
- Check-in is after 15:00 and check-out is between 10:00 and 12:00, unless otherwise specified by the hotel. On the day of arrival (before 15:00) and on the day of departure (after 10:00) the services in the hotels are available for a fee, including food and drinks.
- The tour operator is not responsible for lost, stolen or forgotten luggage during the trip or stay in the hotel.
- Each hotel individually determines the prices and conditions for the use of additional services on the territory of the hotel complex.
- All inclusive; Ultra All incl; High class all incl, etc. are defined individually by each hotel and do not guarantee the availability of certain types of food, beverages and services.
- The hotel has the right to make changes to its concept without notifying the tour operator in advance of the imposed changes.
- The tour operator and local partners may provide assistance in the event of a need for medical assistance, but are not liable for the consumer’s failure to comply with the insurer’s terms and conditions.
- Persons travelling with or without one parent must present, in addition to an international passport, a notarized declaration from one or both parents and a birth certificate (original and copy).
- In case of mismatched surnames of children and parents, it is necessary to present a valid international passport and birth certificate of the children (original and copy) to the border authorities.
- The prices in the offers are valid for Bulgarian citizens. Prices for foreign citizens are confirmed upon request for the specific travel date and hotel.
- Due to the dynamics of pricing, package rates including hotel discounts and promotional offers may be discontinued or changed prior to the stated booking deadline.
Additional services
- HALF-DAY EXCURSION “STONE TOWN”. Prices for a minimum of 15 persons.
Price includes: transport, entrance fee. Price does not include: lunch, personal expenses.
Stone Town is an amazing place with winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and old Arab houses whose original owners competed with each other for the extravagance of their doorways and other house decorations. There are more than 500 different examples of “door handicraft” in the Old City. You’ll visit all the city’s iconic sites – the Cathedral, built in 1874 and symbolizing a time of upheaval in Zanzibar’s history, the Old Fort, the “Palace of the People” and the “House of Wonders”, the Forohani Garden. Stone Town is also a great place to buy local souvenirs.
During the excursion we recommend to bring a head hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes. - HALF-DAY EXCURSION “SPICE ISLAND” (SPICE TOUR). Prices for a minimum of 15 persons.
Price includes: transport, entrance fee. Price does not include: lunch, personal expenses.
“The Spice Island” is one of the most popular excursions in Zanzibar. Visit rural areas where local farmers live and produce some of the world’s most exotic fruits and spices – cloves, pepper, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, lemongrass and more. The tour concludes with a stop at a spice stand where fresh packaged spices can be purchased and exotic fruits can be tasted.
During the excursion we recommend to bring closed shoes, headgear, mosquito repellent. - COMBINED EXCURSION TO STONE TOWN AND JOZANI FOREST RESERVE. Prices for a minimum of 15 persons: adult – 100 euro; child 0-11.99 years – 60 euro
Price includes: transport, entrance fee. Price does not include: lunch, expenses of a personal nature. - COMBINED EXCURSION TO STONE TOWN AND PRISON ISLAND. Prices for a minimum of 15 persons: adult – 95 euro; child 0-11.99 years – 60 euro
Price includes: transport, entrance fee. Price does not include: lunch, personal expenses. - HALF-DAY EXCURSION TO JOZANI FOREST AND DOLPHIN TOUR. Prices for a minimum of 15 persons.
Price includes: transport, entrance fee. Price does not include: lunch, personal expenses.
The Jozan Reserve is located 35 km southeast of Zanzibar City, in the south of the island. It is the only remaining natural forest on Unguja (which together with Pemba make up the Zanzibar Islands). The reserve covers an area of 10 sq km and consists of mangrove, swamp and evergreen forest. It provides an important refuge for the island’s other fauna, such as the red colobus monkey. Until about 20 years ago, colobus monkeys were thought to be endangered. Today, more than 6,000 red colobus monkeys live in Jozani Park. During the excursion you will enjoy a walk along the Pete-Jozani Mangrove Walkway where you will see mangroves, various trees, shrubs, swamps and grasses.
Dolphin tour gives you the opportunity to experience the amazing life of these marine mammals in their natural aquatic environment. Dolphins are very cheerful and playful, showing their intelligence and grace. Possibility to swim with dolphins in the open sea (depends on the period).
During the excursion we recommend to bring slippers/open sandals, swimsuit, beach towel, head cover, sunscreen. - BLUE SAFARI – FULL DAY EXCURSION WITH LUNCH INCLUDED (SAFARI BLUE). Prices for a minimum of 15 people: Adult – 90 euro; child 0-11.99 years – 50 euro.
Price includes: boat trip, lunch, transfer. Price does not include: personal expenses.
Take a traditional local wooden dhow boat tour of the breathtaking Menai Bay – Zanzibar’s largest marine protected area and its pristine paradise islands that will enchant you with their natural beauty. Menai Bay, the largest marine protected area in Zanzibar, will impress you with its extraordinary diversity of animal species and coral reefs. Visit several uninhabited islands and the opportunity to observe dolphins. Followed by a delicious lunch with local traditional food. Return to the coast and transfer to the hotel.
During the excursion, we recommend bringing aqua shoes, a head hat, sunscreen, a swimsuit, beach towel, t-shirt or scarf to cover yourself against sunburn. - MNEMBA ISLAND – FULL DAY EXCURSION WITH LUNCH INCLUDED (MNEMBA ISLAND). Prices for a minimum of 15 people.
Price includes: boat trip, lunch, transfer. Price does not include: personal expenses.
Mnemba Island is a coral island located just off the northeast coast, near Matemwe. Snorkelling in Mnemba is a stunning experience, like being immersed in a giant aquarium, with great wall and drift diving opportunities. The island itself is a breeding ground for turtles and they can often be seen, as well as dolphins, huge schools of fish, whale sharks and humpback whales. What makes Mnemba different from diving near the city is the amount and variety of schools of fish that can be seen on one dive.
During the excursion, we recommend bringing aqua shoes, a head hat, sunscreen, a swimsuit, beach towel, t-shirt or scarf to cover yourself against sunburn. - KIWENGWA QUAD ATV SAFARI. Prices for a minimum of 15 persons: adult single Quad – 260 euro; adult double Quad – 155 euro. *Valid driver’s license required.
Price includes. Price does not include: personal expenses.
The tour lasts about 3 hours (which includes a safety briefing, an introduction to ATV handling and a test drive). The tour starts at the beautiful Kivengwa beach and continues with a visit to two local villages. The route is scenic, passing through African fields and sugar plantations. Visiting a local village is a great way to experience the reality of rural life in Africa, see the daily activities of Zanzibaris and immerse yourself in the unique local culture. You will have the opportunity to explore traditional houses and spend time with local children. If you can bring something for them, such as pens, colouring books or sweets, they will be very happy. - ONE-DAY SAFARI IN SELUS NATIONAL PARK IN TANZANIA Prices for a minimum of 15 people: adult – 600 USD ; child 2-11.99 years – 450 USD.
Price includes: return flight Zanzibar-Selous-Zanzibar (approx. 50 min.), airport taxes, park entrance fee, picnic lunch, drinks (coffee, tea, water). Price does not include: hotel-airport-hotel transfer 120 USD (1-4 persons).
Selous is the largest game reserve in Africa, covering an area of over 50,000 square kilometres and occupying about 5% of Tanzania. Here you will see the diversity of African fauna. The reserve is home to a huge number of animals, including 50,000 elephants. The reserve is also referred to as the “Giraffe Park” because of the large number of giraffes that inhabit it. Here you have an excellent opportunity to observe lion, African cat, leopard and many other wild animals.
During the excursion, we recommend you bring comfortable/enclosed shoes, a head hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. Important! As the pick up from the hotel is early in the morning, we recommend that you request the front desk to prepare a dry breakfast pack for you the day before!