Zanzibar

Tanzania is one of the few countries where world-class wildlife and tropical beaches exist side by side. Here's exactly how to combine a northern circuit safari with a Zanzibar beach holiday — logistics, timing, costs, and our tested itineraries.

Complete Zanzibar travel guide covering getting there, best time to visit, where to stay, culture, food, safety, and budget tips from a local Tanzania operator.

Honest guide to every Zanzibar beach area — Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje, Jambiani, Matemwe, Michamvi, and Pemba. Pros, cons, tides, and where to stay at each.

Complete guide to Stone Town — Zanzibar's UNESCO World Heritage old quarter. History, slave market, House of Wonders, Forodhani night market, carved doors, Freddie Mercury's birthplace, walking tour tips, where to stay ($40-$700), where to eat, and practical advice from a Zanzibar operator.

Comprehensive Zanzibar accommodation guide organized by area. Stone Town boutiques, Nungwi beach resorts, Paje kite hotels, Kendwa party scene, Matemwe intimate retreats, and private islands. Budget to ultra-luxury with real prices and honest recommendations from our team in Tanzania.

Complete guide to Zanzibar activities — Stone Town heritage, snorkelling, diving, spice tours, Safari Blue, kite surfing, cooking classes, island hopping, and more.