Indian Ocean · Zanzibar Archipelago
Zanzibar: Island time
Indian Ocean beaches, Swahili heritage, historic Stone Town and warm tropical waters make Zanzibar a natural extension to a Tanzanian journey.
Zanzibar is much more than a beach destination. Indian Ocean landscapes, Swahili culture, history, nature and food all come together here.
Wander the carved doors of Stone Town, follow the aromas of a spice farm, meet red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest or simply slow down on a white-sand beach.
Key facts
- Flight from Arusha: ≈1 hour
- Water temp.: 26–29 °C
- Best time: Jun–Oct · Dec–Feb
- Ideal stay: 4–7 nights
Highlights
- Stone Town (UNESCO)
- Spice farm tours
- Mnemba snorkelling
- Jozani Forest
- Sunset dhow cruise
Wildlife you may see
Red colobus, Dolphins, Sea turtles, Reef fish, Whale shark (Mafia)