DAILY PROGRAM
The program is designed to balance main events with optional extra experiences, with days off in between to rest and explore the island. You'll enjoy both daytime and nighttime gatherings, and can shape the gathering to match your own wishes and pace.
Mon, 02/02: Why?Not opening
We kick off the 2026 Gathering at Why?Not Club, now in its fourth season and gaining recognition in the underground scene.
With a top-notch sound system, wooden floors perfect for barefoot dancing, and large windows overlooking the ocean, the venue offers an unmatched atmosphere. At high tide, waves splash against the windows, and as the sun rises, light filters through the curtains — pure magic.
We start gathering outdoors in the late afternoon to check in and exchange wristbands. At 10 PM, the music moves inside the club.
Location: Why?Not Club
Tue, 03/02: Day off
A day to rest and explore the island.
Wed, 04/02: Secret Island + Why?Not after
Time for the first extra experience — Secret Island. This movie-scene-like adventure takes place at the site of an abandoned restaurant on a small, uninhabited island — the perfect spot to dance and connect.
We leave Paje early in the morning (around 8 AM, exact time TBD) by bus and then by boat, returning in the evening (around 8 PM).
Food and drinks at the Secret Island are included. Capacity is limited, and tickets are sold separately.
Read more about the Secret Island in the menu.
After returning to Paje, we will continue with a club night at Why?Not, which is included in all Zanzibar Gathering tickets.
Thu, 05/02: Day off
Time to rest and explore the island.
Fri, 06/02: Tiki Beach
Tiki Beach, the official base of the Zanzibar Gathering, features a poolside area where we'll start with a pool party that flows into an outdoor party under the palm trees until morning.
Location: Tiki Beach Resort
Sat, 07/02: Day off
Time to rest and explore the island.
Sun, 08/02: Sandbank
The second extra experience is the Sandbank — an adventure on a tiny sandy island that shrinks as the tide rises.
We leave Paje early in the morning (around 7:30 AM, exact time TBD) by bus and then by boat, returning in the evening (around 8 PM).
Food and drinks at the sandbank are included. Capacity is limited, and tickets are sold separately.
Read more about the Sandbank experience in the menu.
Mon, 09/02: Villa closing
We'll wrap up the Gathering at the Masai Mara villa in Jambiani — a cozy venue where everyone can enjoy the day in their own way: on the dancefloor, in the pool, relaxing on the lounges, or all of the above.
Location: Masai Mara Villa
Please note that while we'll do our best to follow the planned program and dates, changes may occur due to unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond our control.