About Zanzibar
The spice island — Stone Town's carved doors and coral-stone lanes give way to white-sand beaches and barefoot-luxury resorts.
Things to do
- Stone Town (UNESCO)
- Nungwi and Kendwa beaches
- Jozani forest and red colobus monkeys
- Prison Island's giant tortoises
Experiences
- Spice farm tours
- Sunset dhow cruises
- Swahili seafood feasts at the Forodhani night market
- Diving and snorkelling the reefs
Getting there & practical notes
- Airport: Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)
- Currency: Tanzanian shilling (TZS); USD widely accepted
- Dress modestly in Stone Town
- Best season: June to October and December to February
Transport and service details change — always confirm current schedules and travel advice before you travel.
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