Overview
Zanzibar is the natural finale to a safari — a short flight from the bush straight to the Indian Ocean. Stone Town’s winding alleys, carved wooden doors and spice-trade history make for a fascinating day, while the north and east coast beaches (Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje) offer some of East Africa’s clearest water for swimming, snorkelling and diving. Spice farm tours, Jozani Forest’s red colobus monkeys and dhow sunset cruises round out an easy few days of rest after the pace of game drives.
Wildlife Highlights
- Stone Town's UNESCO-listed old town and spice markets
- Nungwi and Kendwa's white sand, calm swimming beaches
- Jozani Forest — home to the endemic red colobus monkey
- Spice farm tours tracing Zanzibar's trading history
- Snorkelling and diving on nearby reefs and sandbanks
Things to Do
- Game drives and guided walks
- Photography and storytelling
- Cultural encounters
- Pair with another Tanzania destination
Best Time to Visit
Jun–Oct & Dec–Feb
June–October and December–February are driest and most reliable for beach days. March–May brings the long rains — quieter and cheaper, with short, heavy afternoon showers rather than washed-out days.
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Where to Stay
Beach resorts & boutique hotels