Zanzibar is an island off the coast of Tanzania with white-sand beaches, turquoise water and a rich Swahili and Omani heritage. It is a popular way to end a Tanzania or Kenya safari.
Things to do in Zanzibar
- Stone Town: a UNESCO World Heritage Site of old merchant houses, markets and the waterfront.
- Spice tours: visit plantations to see cloves, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg growing.
- Jozani Forest: home to the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey.
- Beaches: Nungwi and Kendwa in the north, Paje and Jambiani on the east coast.
- Ocean activities: snorkelling, diving, dhow cruises and kitesurfing.
Best time to visit
June to October and December to February are the driest. The long rains in April and May are the quietest period.
Safari and beach
Zanzibar pairs naturally with the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Request a quote to add it to your trip.