Zanzibar travel blog
Guides to planning your Zanzibar holiday: where it is, the best time to go, flights, things to do and safety.
Planning your trip · 4 min read
Where Is Zanzibar? Map, Country and How to Get There
Which country Zanzibar belongs to, where it is on the map, how far it is from the UK and which beach area to pick.
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Planning your trip · 3 min read
Best Time to Visit Zanzibar: Month-by-Month Guide
Weather month by month, the rainy seasons, sea temperature and the best months to visit Zanzibar.
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What to do · 3 min read
Things to Do in Zanzibar: 12 Places and Experiences
The 12 places and experiences most worth your time in Zanzibar, with a day-by-day plan.
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Planning your trip · 4 min read
Flights to Zanzibar: Flight Time, Stopovers and Routes
Journey time, usual stopovers, the arrival airport and what the flight includes in our packages.
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Is Zanzibar Safe? Safety, Insurance and Health
Safety in Zanzibar: official advice, compulsory insurance, health and practical tips.
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What to do · 3 min read
Zanzibar Beaches: Which to Choose (Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje)
The best Zanzibar beaches, which one is for swimming and which for kitesurfing, and how the tide affects each.
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Stone Town Zanzibar: What to See and How Long to Spend
What to see in Stone Town, how long to allow and how to organise the visit from your hotel.
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What to do · 3 min read
Zanzibar Safari: What Exists and How to Do One from the Island
What counts as a "safari" in Zanzibar, how to do a real one in Tanzania from the island and when to go.
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Budget · 3 min read
Is Zanzibar Expensive? Holiday Prices and What They Include
How much a week in Zanzibar costs with flights, what the price includes and what is left to pay.
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