ZANZIBAR

EXPLORE ZANZIBAR

Zanzibar is a popular beach destination located in the warm Indian Ocean, 35 kilometers (21.7 miles) off the east coast of Africa. It is an archipelago with sandy beaches, offering vacationers a variety of activities and attractions. Here, you can explore many beautiful islands, experience scuba diving, and relax on pristine beaches. Additionally, visitors go on spice plantation tours and excursions to the historic places where Arab, Indian, and African cultures merge. And, of course, the Zanzibar cuisine and luxury resorts will make the trip even more enjoyable.

THE NORTHWEST COAST

The most popular and accessible beaches on the island of Zanzibar are located on the northwest coast. There are two main beaches there, Nungwi and Kendwa, favored by vacationers due to their minimal tidal impact. Nungwi is considered the most prestigious and upscale beach. 

However, the hotel where you choose to stay might matter even more than the choice of a specific beach. For instance, on the southern tip of the island, where tides make sea access more challenging, there’s a luxury hotel  which includes all amenities for a top-tier vacation, such as a private pier, compensating for any natural inconveniences.

STONE TOWN

Stone Town is located on the west coast of Zanzibar Island. It’s called “Stone Town” because the buildings are made from coral stone in shades of white, giving it a true southern, bright, and airy Arabian city feel. Some of its streets may remind visitors of the fictional city of Agrabah, where Disney’s Aladdin lives, albeit without the giant domes. Stone Town is packed with palaces of past sultans, and old merchant houses with stunning carved doors.

SNORKELING AND SCUBA DIVING

The underwater life near the Zanzibar archipelago is astonishingly diverse. One can observe numerous colorful underwater plants and animals. Coral reefs stretch east of the island archipelago. Not only are they beautiful, but they also protect Zanzibar and other islands from dangerous sharks. Large fish rarely enter these waters, often limited to harmless whale sharks. Observing the underwater world of the ocean is a very popular recreational activity here.