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Top Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

Stone Town, spice farms, snorkeling, sandbanks, dhow cruises, Jozani Forest and private beach services.

Destination Guide

Zanzibar is the natural beach and culture extension after a Tanzania safari. The strongest products are private Stone Town touring, spice farm visits, reef snorkeling, sandbank days, dhow cruises, Jozani Forest, beach transfers and relaxed honeymoon or family services.

Things to Do

  • Stone Town historical walk
  • Spice farm tour
  • Prison Island and Nakupenda
  • Mnemba snorkeling
  • Safari Blue-style dhow day
  • Sunset dhow
  • Jozani Forest
  • Kuza Cave
  • Private seafood lunch
  • Hotel and airport transfers

How to get there

Fly to Zanzibar from Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam or Serengeti-area airstrips, or take the ferry from Dar es Salaam. Activities should be planned around hotel coast, tide and driving time.

Where to stay

Stone Town is best for history and short stays. Nungwi and Kendwa suit swimming beaches and sunsets. Matemwe works well for Mnemba access. Paje and Jambiani suit active beach stays and kitesurf culture.

Best activities

Stone Town historical walk | Spice farm tour | Prison Island and Nakupenda | Mnemba snorkeling | Safari Blue-style dhow day | Sunset dhow | Jozani Forest | Kuza Cave | Private seafood lunch | Hotel and airport transfers

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Top Things to Do in Zanzibar Island FAQs

When is the best time to visit Zanzibar Island?
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June to October and December to March are best for beach weather. April and May are wetter; ocean conditions can still vary by coast and tide.
Where should I stay?
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Stone Town is best for history and short stays. Nungwi and Kendwa suit swimming beaches and sunsets. Matemwe works well for Mnemba access. Paje and Jambiani suit active beach stays and kitesurf culture.
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