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II INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “ZANZIBAR ISLAND FEST” 2027

Date:
Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2027 · 7 days / 6 nights
Location:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
S.S. & WOFA
Application deadline:
15 Nov 2026
Status:
Last 2 days
Price:€245Application Form

Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.

About the festival

II International Music & Dance Festival “Zanzibar Island Fest”

The second edition takes place from 29 October to 4 November 2027 in Zanzibar, Tanzania, bringing together music, dance, culture and international friendship.

Participants stay in Nungwi, known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and tropical setting. The programme offers cultural performances, interaction with local communities and leisure activities.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Visa & Invitations

  • A Tanzanian visa costs USD 50 and is payable upon arrival at the airport.
  • Each participant’s passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date and contain at least 2 blank pages.
  • A scanned passport information page is required for every participant.

Health Insurance

Mandatory Zanzibar Inbound Travel Insurance costs approximately USD 44 and must be purchased before arrival.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

  • Participation is confirmed after registration and payment of a 50% deposit from the total package amount. The deposit is deducted from the final amount.
  • The remaining balance must be paid no later than 30 days before departure.
  • Depending on flight availability, arrival or departure may take place one day before or after the official programme dates.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Friday 29 October

    Arrival in Zanzibar

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      Arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.

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      Airport transfer to the hotel and check-in.

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      Optional visit to The Rock Restaurant, Blue Lagoon, Starfish Beach and Paje Beach.

  2. Day 2

    Saturday 30 October

    Optional Island Experience

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      Optional excursion to Nakupenda Sandbank and Prison Island.

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      Optional seafood lunch.

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      Return to the hotel.

  3. Day 3

    Sunday 31 October

    Mnemba Island & Festival Evening

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      Optional excursion to Mnemba Island Marine Reserve.

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      Dolphin snorkeling.

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      Free afternoon.

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      Festival Evening, planned at either Nungwi Beach or Stone Town.

  4. Day 4

    Monday 1 November

    Free Day / Safari

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      Free day.

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      Optional fly-in safari to mainland Tanzania.

  5. Day 5

    Tuesday 2 November

    Leisure Day

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      Free day for relaxation, beach activities or optional individual excursions.

  6. Day 6

    Wednesday 3 November

    Zanzibar Experiences

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      Optional activities: sunset cruise, boat trip, horseback riding, shopping and other local experiences.

  7. Day 7

    Thursday 4 November

    Departure

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      Breakfast.

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      Hotel check-out.

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      Transfer to Zanzibar Airport.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional excursions and experiences are listed in the day-by-day programme. Detailed prices are provided separately. Reservations should be made at least 15 days before arrival to guarantee availability.

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II INTERNATIONAL MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL “ZANZIBAR ISLAND FEST” 2027

Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2027 · Zanzibar, Tanzania · Apply by 15 Nov 2026

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From €245 / person

Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2027

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