Zanzibar
Zanzibar
Turquoise water, a centuries-old Swahili trading town and a slower pace of life. Zanzibar is the perfect counterpoint to safari.
An island of contrasts
Each coast has its own mood: tidal flats and kitesurfing in the east, deeper water in the north, quieter bays in the south. Inland, spice farms and villages tell a different story.
Split your island stay by interest
Choose a coast for beach time, a Stone Town stay for heritage, or cultural experiences for food and spice-growing traditions. Trying to do every excursion from one beach hotel can add unnecessary road time. Your interests are a better starting point than a list of hotel categories.
Combine the island with the mainland
A safari and Zanzibar holiday can end with a relaxed island stay, while a short fly-in can interrupt an existing beach trip. Check where the safari finishes and which flights are included. The family combination itinerary is a useful example of the longer approach.
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Explore Zanzibar
Zanzibar Beach Holidays
Choose the right Zanzibar coast for your beach holiday — tides, atmosphere and activities explained.
Stone Town
Explore Stone Town's carved doors, markets and layered Swahili, Arab, Indian and European history with a local guide.
Mnemba
Snorkel or dive around the Mnemba Atoll conservation area off Zanzibar's north-east coast with responsible operators.
Zanzibar Culture
Discover Zanzibar culture: spice farms, taarab music, Swahili cuisine and village life, with respect for local customs.
Sample itineraries
Ideas to start from
These itineraries are illustrative only — not fixed offers. Every journey is tailored and quoted individually.
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Questions, answered
Yes, Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago within Tanzania, a short flight from the mainland.
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