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About Zanzibar

Zanzibar is a Tanzanian archipelago off the coast of East Africa. On its main island, Unguja, familiarly called Zanzibar, is Stone Town, a historic trade centre with Swahili and Islamic influences. The island is famous for its mix of exotic beaches, famous spice plantations, history (Stone Town is the capital) and diverse culture. Unguja (the main island in Zanzibar) is also home to many endangered species including the red colobus monkey and green turtle.

The North and East Coast of Unguja have particularly inviting beaches with powder white sand lapped by turquoise blue warm waters of the Indian Ocean and framed by many coconut and wild date palms.  This makes for an ideal location to relax particularly after a safari or trek up Kilimanjaro.  There are many excursions and water sports for people to indulge in and a whole range of accommodation.

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We are specializing in affordable tour packages for Zanzibar island, our programs are divided into two main categories beach packages and combined of Stone town and beach packages, if clients did not find what exactly you want please send to us your break down and we shall start preparing as per your request,

What makes Zanzibar special?

What makes Zanzibar different to other tropical island destinations is the eclectic mix of sun, sea, sand and spice. But there is much more – authentic history, culture and a variety of excursions that makes this one of the most popular all-round beach destinations for people of all ages and interests. Apart from this, a whole range of endangered species can be found in the warm tropical waters around the archipelago – from bottlenose dolphins and green turtles to the once assumed extinct coelacanth.

Zanzibar also hosts annual festivals and events drawing people from all over East Africa and the world.

ZANZIBAR TRAVEL TIPS:

  • Welcome to Zanzibar Island
  • Zanzibar island is dominated by 98% of muslims, but they are not fundamentalists, people from different religions and faith are always welcome.
  • The perfect time to visit the best beaches in Zanzibar, Tanzania, is during the months of June to October, being the cool dry months. Also, another period of time when people visit Zanzibar is when it’s hot and dry from December to February. The good thing about Zanzibar beaches is even if you go off-season, chances are you still will be able to enjoy them.
  • The best destinations on the Island are the Stone town (zanzibar city), nungwi, kendwa, East coast (jambiani, paje, bwejuu) and kizimkazi,
  • The best day trips are – Stone town tour, spice tour, safari blue tour, mnemba atoll, dolpion tour , prison island, jozani forest, sunset dhow cruise, sandbank picnic, and mangapwani slave chembers,
  • Visa to Zanzibar – All Europeans and Americans are obtain visa on arrival
  • Currency – Tanzania shillings, but USD, Euro, Pund Sterling are all accepted in all curio shops, hotel and restaurants,
  • Language of the people – Kiswahili but English is spoken almost everywhere, while Italian is spoken some village like those on the north and northeast coast,
  • Do not touch coral or fishes when snorkeling
  • When on the beach, never leave your stuff unattended.
  • It is not preferable to walk in a public with short or anything which is above the knee since Zanzibar is a Muslim island so dress appropriately.
  • It is a safe country tourist can walk on the beach and town 24 hours, but we recommend that you should have accompany if you walk after 10pm
  • Beware of scams with tours and only go with reputable places.

USEFUL INFORMATION BEFORE GOING TO ZANZIBAR

To enter in Tanzania a valid passport for at least 6 months from the date of entry is required. Kindly ensure that you have at least 3 blank pages for the entry and exist stamps. A valid return ticket is also required. You can consult your nearest Tanzania consulate about visa requirements.

Travelling within Zanzibar is mainly facilitated by the initiations of the private sector small enterprises. Several companies operate shuttled transfers to and from the entry points. It is important to note that in self driving services you have to fulfill certain requirements including possession of a valid international driving license. Currently most of the roads are tarmac and are passable throughout the year. Zanzibar uses the left hand driving model.

All travelers to Zanzibar are advised to have their vaccination at least 36 hours before their journey in the countries of their residence. In the circumstances or any reason that a traveler could not have yellow fever vaccination in his/her county of origin can be obtained at the major entry point in Tanzania. It is wise to be up to date on tetanus, polio and diphtheria, and hepatitis A. Immunisations against meningococcus and rabies may also be recommended.

 

Tanzania uses shillings (Tanzania shillings) as its National Currency, which is both, notes and coins. Foreign currencies can be exchanged at the Bureaus, Banks and some Hotels. Credit cards are widely accepted in Zanzibar, most common Master Cards, Visa.

 

Being situated near the equator Zanzibar is generally warm and humid throughout the year and as such it is advisable to wear light and decent clothes. In winter time along the beach, the condition may be relatively cooler and sometime windy. Sun glasses are recommended especially to the first time visitor.

 

As an Island Zanzibar can only be reached either by air or water. It is connected to international World by several airlines directly or otherwise, Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Air, Fly Dubai, Oman Air and Kenya Airways connected to the rest of the world. Zanzibar is also served by scheduled charter companies.