Anne Marie's Birthday Meet Up in Zanzibar TZ 2027

Aug 12, 2027 to Aug 20, 2027
Zanzibar Tanzania
 
 
 

Available Packages

Single Occupancy Package
Available until May 31, 2027

$8,455.00
Deposit: $450.00 per person

The BaldGirlWillTravel Zanzibar Birthday Experience is a small, affordable luxe group trip curated and created specifically for Black women over 40 who want to travel with intention, celebrate life, and experience Zanzibar with ease, beauty, and joy.

This experience is centered around celebrating Anne Marie’s birthday in one of her favorite places in the world and sharing that celebration with a like-minded group of women who value culture, connection, and meaningful travel.

This is an adult women’s group trip focused on self-care, sisterhood, and immersive experiences. No spouses, partners, children, pets, or “it’s complicateds” will be included in any excursions or activities listed in the itinerary.

Your Package Includes:

All excursions, activities, and experiences listed in the itinerary, including:
    • Guided Stone Town walking & cultural tour
    • Prison Island & Giant Tortoise experience
    • Nakupenda White Sandbank experience with seafood lunch
    • Spice Farm tour with tastings
    • Private luxury yacht birthday experience (snorkeling, lunch & champagne toast)
    • Sunrise dolphin experience
    • Turtle swim experience — swim alongside sea turtles in a calm, clear lagoon
    • Lunch at The Rock Restaurant
    • Free day in Nungwi

Private round-trip airport transfers
Ground and boat transportation for all scheduled activities
Daily breakfast and select group meals, including the Welcome Dinner
On-site trip coordination and support

Your Accommodations (5★ Hotels)

You’ll stay at two 5-star hotels during this experience:

  • Park Hyatt Zanzibar – Stone Town (5★ or similar)

  • Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – Nungwi (5★ or similar)

 

Your single-occupancy accommodations include:

  • Private room for solo comfort and rest

  • King-sized bed

  • High-quality linens and plush bedding

  • En-suite bathroom

  • Climate control / air conditioning

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • In-room safe for valuables

  • Daily housekeeping

 

This package is ideal for women who want their own space and privacy while still enjoying the connection, ease, and support of a thoughtfully curated birthday celebration abroad — without the pressure of a large group or over-the-top luxury pricing.

Double Occupancy Package
Available until May 31, 2027

$5,595.00
Deposit: $450.00 per person

⚠️ PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING
This package is only for travelers who already have a confirmed roommate. Roommate matching is not available for this trip.

The BaldGirlWillTravel Zanzibar Birthday Experience is designed, curated, and intended for Black women over 40 who want to travel with intention, celebrate life, and experience Zanzibar with ease and style — while celebrating Anne Marie’s birthday in one of her favorite places in the world.

This is an adult women’s group trip centered on culture, self-care, sisterhood, and meaningful travel. No spouses, partners, children, pets, or “it’s complicateds” will be included in any excursions or activities listed in the itinerary.

Important Booking Requirements for Double Occupancy

All double-occupancy reservations must meet both of the following requirements at the time of booking:

Confirmed roommate required
You must provide the full name of your intended roommate at the time of booking. If a second traveler is not identified, the reservation may be canceled.

Deposit required for both travelers
The full deposit must be received for both travelers at the time of booking. If a deposit is not received for both travelers, the reservation will be canceled and any single deposit received will be returned.

Your Package Includes:

All excursions, activities, and experiences listed in the itinerary, including:
    • Guided Stone Town walking & cultural tour
    • Prison Island & Giant Tortoise experience
    • Nakupenda White Sandbank experience with seafood lunch
    • Spice Farm tour with tastings
    • Private luxury yacht birthday experience (snorkeling, lunch & champagne toast)
    • Sunrise dolphin experience
    • Turtle swim experience — swim alongside sea turtles in a calm, clear lagoon
    • Lunch at The Rock Restaurant
    • Free day in Nungwi

Round-trip private airport transfers
Daily breakfast and select group meals, including the Welcome Dinner

Your Accommodations

You’ll stay at two 5-star hotels (or similar) selected for comfort, location, and style:

  • Park Hyatt Zanzibar – Stone Town (5★ or similar)

  • Nungwi Dreams by Mantis – Nungwi (5★ or similar)

 

Your double-occupancy accommodations include:

  • Shared room with your confirmed travel companion

  • King or twin beds (hotel assigned)

  • High-quality linens and plush bedding

  • En-suite bathroom

  • Climate control / air conditioning

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • In-room safety box for valuables

  • Daily housekeeping service

 

This package is ideal for two women traveling together who want to share space, experiences, and memories while enjoying a small, affordable luxe birthday celebration abroad, thoughtfully curated for comfort, culture, and connection.

Extra Options

Optional Add-On Experience: Mikumi National Park Safari (Tanzania)
Available until May 31, 2027

$1,199.00
Deposit: $399.00

For guests who wish to extend their journey beyond Zanzibar, this optional luxury safari experience offers a seamless and memorable way to conclude the trip.

Immediately following the end of the primary Zanzibar itinerary, guests will transition to mainland Tanzania for a guided safari in Mikumi National Park, one of the country’s most wildlife-rich and scenic national parks.

This experience is intentionally designed to feel like a natural continuation of the trip—not an add-on that feels rushed or disconnected.


Experience Overview

  • Dates: Friday, August 20 – Sunday, August 22, 2027

  • Duration: 2 nights / 3 days

  • Minimum Participants: 8

  • Maximum Participants: 10

  • Accommodation Level: 5★ lodge or equivalent

  • Pricing: All-inclusive (land-only)

  • Airfare: Not included

 

⚠️ Important Airfare Note:
Participation in this safari requires a separate flight from Zanzibar to mainland Tanzania (Dar es Salaam). This airfare is not included in the safari price and must be booked separately by participants.


What to Expect

After arriving in Dar es Salaam from Zanzibar, guests will be transferred by private, fully air-conditioned vehicle to Mikumi National Park. Accommodations will be at a luxury safari lodge featuring air-conditioned rooms, ensuite bathrooms, and on-site dining.

The safari experience includes:

  • Arrival Day (Friday):

    • Arrival in Dar es Salaam from Zanzibar

    • Transfer from Dar es Salaam Airport to Mikumi National Park

    • Flexible arrival flow:

      • If arrival allows → lunch at the lodge, followed by a sunset game drive

      • If arrival is later → proceed directly to the sunset game drive

  • Full Safari Day (Saturday):

    • Early morning game drive

    • Breakfast and lunch at the lodge

    • Leisure time to rest and enjoy the lodge

    • Second sunset game drive in the late afternoon

  • Departure Day (Sunday):

    • Breakfast

    • Early checkout

    • Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle back to Dar es Salaam Airport


Transportation & Comfort Standards

  • Private, fully air-conditioned vans for all airport and park transfers

  • Seatbelts for every passenger

  • Adequate luggage storage

  • Professional, licensed drivers

  • Open safari vehicles used only inside the park


Accommodations

  • 5★ lodge or equivalent luxury standard

  • Air-conditioned rooms (non-negotiable)

  • Ensuite bathrooms

  • Rooming designed primarily for solo travelers, with limited shared accommodations available


What’s Included (All-Inclusive – Land Only)

  • All airport and park transfers (within mainland Tanzania)

  • Luxury lodge accommodations

  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • Bottled water throughout the safari

  • Licensed, English-speaking safari guide

  • All Mikumi National Park entrance and conservation fees

  • All required permits and service charges


Important Notes

  • This safari is optional and booked separately from the main Zanzibar trip

  • Participation is capped at 10 guests to maintain a comfortable, intimate experience

  • The safari operates only if the minimum of 8 participants is met

  • Flights between Zanzibar and mainland Tanzania are required and are not included

 

This optional safari is ideal for travelers who want to end their journey immersed in nature—watching wildlife at sunrise and sunset, enjoying the stillness of the savanna, and closing the trip with a truly unforgettable experience.