Zanzibar
Africa • Tanzania

Zanzibar

The spice island

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The essence

A quiet introduction

Zanzibar is an intoxicating blend of cultures—Arabic doors carved with intricate patterns, spice-scented breezes, powdery white beaches, and turquoise waters teeming with marine life. Stone Town's winding alleys lead to rooftop restaurants and centuries of Swahili history.

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Zanzibar gallery
Zanzibar gallery
Zanzibar gallery
Where to stay

Accommodation

From Stone Town heritage to beach barefoot luxury.

AndBeyond Mnemba
Private Island • From $1,500
AndBeyond Mnemba
Castaway luxury on your own island.
The Palms
Beach Villas • From $700
The Palms
Six villas on Bwejuu Beach.
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Heritage Hotel • From $400
Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Historic buildings in Stone Town.
What to do

Experiences

Zanzibar blends cultural immersion with beach paradise.

Stone Town Walking
3 hours
Stone Town Walking
UNESCO heritage with local historian.
Spice Farm Tour
Half day
Spice Farm Tour
Taste and smell the island's heritage.
Mnemba Snorkeling
Full day
Mnemba Snorkeling
Marine reserve teeming with life.
Dhow Sunset Cruise
3 hours
Dhow Sunset Cruise
Traditional sailing with sundowners.
Dining

Where to eat

Swahili cuisine fuses African, Arab, Indian, and European influences.

Emerson Spice
Swahili
Emerson Spice
Rooftop dining above Stone Town.
The Rock
Seafood
The Rock
Restaurant on a rock in the sea.
Forodhani Night Market
Street Food
Forodhani Night Market
Evening food market on the waterfront.
Wellness

Restore & renew

Tropical wellness with ocean breezes and natural treatments.

Island Spa
Island Spa
Treatments using local spices and coconut.
Beach Yoga
Beach Yoga
Practice on pristine white sand.
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Offers

Practical

Getting here

Flights
Abeid Amani Karume (ZNZ), connections via Dar es Salaam.
Transfers
Private car or boat to beach resorts.
Best time
June-October, December-February.
Visa
Visa required, available on arrival.
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