Explore holidays in Zanzibar
Dotted in the glistening Indian Ocean, 60 miles off Africa’s east coast lays the jewel-like island of Zanzibar. The Island’s capital, Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with palm fringe beaches, sugar white sands and azure warm waters, serving as your castaway island retreat after a thrilling safari holiday in Tanzania.
Zanzibar is a beach lover’s paradise, with Nungwi on the northern end of the island featuring a palm-fringed coastline and is where you will find the turtle conservation pond with green and hawksbill sea turtles as well as coral reefs offering the chance for exceptional snorkelling experiences. While on the southeast of the island, there’s the village of Bwejuu, which has been voted as one of the top island beaches by Conde Nast Traveller.
This idyllic island getaway is so much more than meets the eye, there’s plenty of sightseeing to do, as the island’s capital, Stone Town has architecture and history from all over the globe, such as African, Arabian, Indian and European influences. Stroll past catholic cathedrals, colonial-style houses and authentic Hamamni Persian baths in just one day. The island is known for its spice trade, and a great way to learn all about the local culture is to go on a tour that will take you around the winding streets to show you first hand about the production and trade of the spice industry.
If the thrill of your safari holiday has you wanting more, Zanzibar is home to a micro national park that you can explore. Jozani Forest is home to Red Colobus Monkeys, 50 different species of butterflies and 40 species of birds.