Zanzibar
Spice islands & turquoise water
Explore Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the Indian Ocean archipelago off Tanzania that turns a wildlife safari into a complete holiday: historic Swahili culture in Stone Town, powder-white beaches, coral reefs and aromatic spice farms. It's the classic relaxation cap to a mainland safari, short enough to slot onto almost any itinerary.
Stone Town
UNESCO Swahili old town: spice markets, the Old Fort and the slave-trade history.
Plan this tripNungwi & Kendwa beaches
Lively Nungwi and Kendwa's calm swimming and famous sunsets in the north.
Plan this tripJozani Forest National Park
Home to the rare endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkey.
Plan this tripSpice farms
Guided tours through clove, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla plantations.
Plan this tripMnemba Atoll
Snorkelling and diving over vivid coral reefs.
Plan this tripPrison Island (Changuu)
A former quarantine station, now home to Aldabra giant tortoises.
Plan this tripWildlife & Highlights
- White-sand beaches and warm turquoise water
- Snorkelling and diving at Mnemba
- Zanzibar red colobus monkeys at Jozani
- Aldabra giant tortoises on Prison Island
- Swahili history and culture in Stone Town
Iconic Experiences
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Spice-farm sensory tour
- Stone Town walking tour
- Mnemba snorkelling excursion
- Beach and reef relaxation
Zanzibar & the Pearl of Africa, in one journey
As a pure beach-and-culture finale it bolts onto the end of any Uganda or wider East Africa safari. A Uganda gorillas + Zanzibar beach combo is a popular contrast within 12-day routes.