About Us

Penguin Traveller is run by Johnson and Sanna, who combined their different backgrounds to create something real and personal. We offer private tours shaped by local knowledge, honesty, and care. It’s about showing Zanzibar the way we experience it ourselves.

The Story Behind Penguin Traveller

Johnson’s journey began with guiding visitors through the spice farms he grew up around, while Sanna first came to Zanzibar through a research project on inequality. What started as a work connection slowly became something more—two people building both a life and a company together. For us, this isn’t just business; it’s a way of living, sharing, and showing Zanzibar as we truly experience it.

What Penguin Traveller Stand For

At Penguin Traveller, we believe tourism should be fair, respectful, and rooted in real connection. That means not only creating memorable experiences for our guests, but also making sure our team is treated with dignity—through fair pay, safe working conditions, and real opportunities to grow.

We’re building a company that reflects the island we love: welcoming, grounded, and full of life. When you travel with us, you support a business that values people just as much as places.

Customer Reviews

Discover what our clients say about our vision and services.

Highly recommended

Dec 2024 • Family

We felt very well taken care of during this day which was well planned, fun and pleasant from start to finish. This day meant snorkeling in coral reefs and among starfish, swimming in turquoise water, lunch at a super nice food court and swimming with turtles. Both we adults and the children were very happy!

a van parked in front of an old building
a van parked in front of an old building

Snorkeling trip to The giant reef.

Feb 2025 • Family

Fantastic snorkeling excursion with a visit to the sandbank and a swing by The Rock and a swim in the cave. We chose to eat at Bantu after recommendation from Sanna which we do not regret. Incredibly serviceminded and nice, if we ever return to Zanzibar we will use them again.

a building with a lot of palm trees in front of it
a building with a lot of palm trees in front of it

Karlstad, Sweden

★★★★★
★★★★★

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