Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago off the coast of Tanzania in the Indian Ocean — famous for its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, spice plantations, and the UNESCO-listed Stone Town with its rich Swahili and Arab heritage.
Zanzibar is the perfect complement to a mainland Tanzania safari — swap the dust of the Serengeti for the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, and wildlife drives for snorkelling with dolphins and sea turtles.
Highlights
Stone Town — UNESCO World Heritage Swahili trading port
Nungwi and Kendwa beaches — perfect white sand and calm water
Spice tours — cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg plantations
Dolphin watching at Kizimkazi
Prison Island — giant Aldabra tortoises
Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park — Red Colobus monkeys
Snorkelling and scuba diving on coral reefs
Quick Info
Country: Tanzania (semi-autonomous)
Gateway: Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), 7 km from Stone Town
Best time: June–October (dry season); December–February also dry
Recommended stay: 3–5 days
Combines perfectly with: Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Masai Mara