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Sultans, spices, and trade winds
Zanzibar is a name that conjures images of sultans, spices, and trade winds. It is a semi-autonomous archipelago off Tanzania. It offers a unique mix of African, Arab, and European history.
You come here to get lost in the winding alleys of Stone Town, then head north to relax on white sands that stretch for miles.
Why Go?
History
Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Every door tells a story of the spice and slave trades.
Beaches
The northern beaches (Nungwi/Kendwa) are non-tidal and swimmable all day.
Spices
A tour of a spice farm is a sensory explosion of cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Diving
The Mnemba Atoll offers some of the best coral diving in East Africa.
Where to Go
Stone Town
Stay 1–2 nights here for the culture, markets, and architecture.
Nungwi & Kendwa (North)
Best for swimming (no tide issues) and sunsets. Busy but beautiful.
Matemwe & Pongwe (East)
Secluded boutique hotels. Tidal beaches (water recedes far at low tide).
Mnemba Island
The ultimate private island luxury.
Why Go?
History
Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Every door tells a story of the spice and slave trades.
Beaches
The northern beaches (Nungwi/Kendwa) are non-tidal and swimmable all day.
Spices
A tour of a spice farm is a sensory explosion of cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Diving
The Mnemba Atoll offers some of the best coral diving in East Africa.
Best Time to Go: Best: Good:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
Sunset Dhow Cruise
Sailing on a traditional boat with a cocktail.
The Rock Restaurant
Dining on a restaurant perched on a coral rock in the ocean.
Prison Island
Seeing the giant Aldabra tortoises.
Spice Tour
Smelling and tasting fresh spices in the plantation.
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