Zanzibar beach holiday
Zanzibar beach holiday – Tour to the Spice Islands : Zanzibar Island also known as The Spice Island is a tropical Archipelago made up of islands including Unguja Island – the main island also known as Zanzibar Island, Pemba Island, Mnemba Island, Latham Island and Mafia Island.
Zanzibar Island is one of the top beach holiday destinations in the world raked as the number one in Africa, the island is loved by many visitors because of its soft sands, white beaches, crystal clear waters, coral reefs and rich marine diversity which make it a perfect spot for water spot activities.
Zanzibar Island and its beaches are ranked among the best romantic getaway in Africa, the island also offers the best environment to relax and leave the stress and noise of the city life behind. The island has a number of luxury accommodations along its beaches which has made it the best destination for a beach holiday.
Zanzibar Island is located approximately 40 kilometers from the coast of Tanzania and the island is found in the Indian Ocean region which is an important trading center for spices. The Island’s Stone Town the old quarter of the capital of Unguja is a perfect place to visit for a cultural and historical perspective of the island and it is filled with Zanzibar’s monuments, mosques, old mansions and palaces that are the proof of ancient Stone Age.
Below are the frequently asked questions about Zanzibar Island
Why Zanzibar is called as Spice Island
Zanzibar is called Spice Island because of its history of trading spices in between 11th and 12th Century, the island is known for being largest producer of spices in the world and some of these spices include nutmeg, vanilla, and cardamom, cloves, turmeric, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemongrass and black peppers among others.
During your visit to the Island, you can visit the farms and witness farming and processing of spices most especially in Unguja Island.
Is Zanzibar safe for tourist?
Yes, Zanzibar Island is safe and secure for tourists regardless of the native. Tourism is the major source of income in Zanzibar, as Focus East Africa Tours, we offer holidays to Zanzibar Island.
Where are the best beaches in Zanzibar Island?
Zanzibar Island has a number of beautiful beaches, however the best beaches are
- Bwejju beach – located on the south-eastern side of Zanzibar
- Michamvi beach – located on the east side of Zanzibar and north direction of Bwejju beach
- Nungwi beach – situated on the topmost northern side of Zanzibar Island
- Kendwa beach – located on the south direction of Nungwi beach and northern side of Zanzibar Island
- Kizimkazi beach – located on the southern part of Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar beach holiday - Pongwe Beach – located on the Northeastern part of Zanzibar Island and northwestern direction of Michamvi beach
Clove Island
The Clove Island is a beautiful Island with blue crystal clear water which will blow your mind and take your stress away, during your holiday you will get an amazing experience of the sport and fun activities like Swimming with a dolphin, snorkeling, surfing in the waters of the Indian Ocean and diving.
What animals found on Zanzibar beach holidays
Zanzibar Island is a home to various species of wildlife including Coconut Crab, Red Colobus monkey, Pemba flying fox, Chameleon, Blue Sykes’ monkey, Aders’ Duiker, Bushbaby, Hyrax, Monitor lizards, Zanzibar Servaline Genet among others.
You can also see and play with gentle Giant Tortoise and Sea Turtles and also swim with the dolphins.
What to wear on Zanzibar
Zanzibar is a great spot for a holiday and having a right clothes will make your holiday more fun and wonderful, the best clothes to wear for a holiday in Zanzibar are light summer clothes with long trousers and long sleeve shirts for prevention against mosquito bites most especially in the evening.
Bring summer footwear and swimming suits as you are going to enjoy the adventures in the blue water of Zanzibar.
Bring a hat and sun cream with a better sun protection factor, use fabric bag instead of plastic bags. Note that plastic bags are prohibited in Zanzibar Island.
Accommodation on Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar Island has a variety of accommodation ranging from standard to luxurious, there are several lodges, hotels, resort, Guest houses and Villas on different beaches of Zanzibar Island open to visitors on a beach holiday to the island.
Accommodations in Zanzibar Island include
- Drifters Zanzibar
- Amaan Beach Bungalows
- Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
- Coral Rocks Zanzibar
- Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villa & Spa
- Villa Serenity
- Sea Crest Hotel
- Paradise Beach Hotel Resort among others
Is Zanzibar Expensive?
Zanzibar Island is not an expensive beach holiday destination, a price to a Zanzibar holiday is a little moderate as compared to other destinations in Tanzania, products and meals are economical in the night rather than in day time in the Stone Town.
Zanzibar Island is a popular destination and its popularity depends not only for environment and relaxation but also for different water sports like snorkeling, diving, swimming, parasailing, water skiing etc.
The local tribes that is the Swahili people and others and their culture and traditions give visitors an opportunity to know about the ancient history of Tanzania and Zanzibar Island. You can visit many old buildings which are partly Oman, partly British or Partly Portuguese, for a luxury holiday in Zanzibar Island you can stay in luxury lodges, resorts and hotels.
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