Zanzibar
Spice Island beaches, Stone Town, and Swahili culture.
About Zanzibar
Zanzibar is Africa's spice island paradise - white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, historic Stone Town, and rich Swahili culture. Perfect safari follow-up, Zanzibar offers beach relaxation with cultural depth.
What to See & Do
Stone Town UNESCO site
Spice tours
Pristine beaches
Jozani Forest red colobus
Dhow sunset cruises
Snorkeling
Where to Stay
The Residence Zanzibar
luxuryLuxury beach resort
Zuri Zanzibar
boutiqueBoutique beach resort
Emerson Spice
boutiqueHistoric heritage hotel in Stone Town
Activities & Experiences
Stone Town Tour
UNESCO historic center
Spice Tour
Visit spice plantations
Jozani Forest
Red colobus monkey sanctuary
Dhow Cruise
Sunset sail on traditional boat
Where to Eat
The Rock
Seafood
Restaurant on rock in ocean
Forodhani Gardens
Street Food
Evening food market in Stone Town
Emerson on Hurumzi
Persian-Swahili
Rooftop fine dining
Sample Itineraries
Zanzibar Beach & Culture
Arrive Stone Town
- Check into hotel
- Stone Town walk
- Forodhani night market
Culture Day
- Spice tour
- Jozani Forest
- Palace Museum
- Sunset dhow cruise
To Beach Resort
- Transfer to north coast
- Check into resort
- Beach relaxation
Beach Day
- Snorkeling
- Water sports
- Spa
- Sunset dinner
Final Beach & Departure
- Morning swim
- Transfer to airport
- Departure
Quick Facts
Region
Africa
Best Time to Visit
Jun-Oct, Jan-Feb
When to Go
June-October (dry) and January-February (short dry season).
Avoid: March-May is long rainy season.
Getting There
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Airport (ZNZ). Direct flights from Tanzania mainland or international connections.
Local Tips
- Dress modestly - predominantly Muslim
- Try zanzibar pizza from street vendors
- Combine with Tanzania safari
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen
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