Zanzibar Travel Guide and explores the features available in Zanzibar Such as hotels, tours, and excursions, flights, weather available.Zanzibar travel guide in the Indian Ocean off the coast of East Africa. It has two main islands, Unguja and Pemba island but Unguja Island familiarly called Zanzibar.
Zanzibar is a historic trade center with Swahili and Islamic influences also its winding lanes present minarets, carved doorways, and 19th-century landmarks such as the House of Wonders, a former sultan’s palace. The northern villages Nungwi and Kendwa have wide beaches with white sand and lined with hotels.
Whether it is a romantic escapade, cultural visit, a fun-filled family holiday, or simply a quiet retreat at the heart of nature such as:-
Stone Town – UNESCO Heritage Site, Spice and Fruit Farm, Jozani National Park, Mnemba Atoll, Bawe/Prison Island, Pemba Island, Diving/Snorkeling, Kitesurfing, Sailing, Forodhani Garden, Turtle Sanctuary, Butterfly Center
Zanzibar is a small archipelago, consisting of Unguja commonly referred to as Zanzibar Meanwhile Pemba and some 52 smaller surrounding islands and a small island. Zanzibar is located on the East African coast and is cover by the Indian Ocean.
Physically geography of the two islands differs considerably while Pemba is more rough, hilly, higher on the west side and low on the east but Unguja is generally flat with a ridge at the center moving north-south besetting the land into two district parts. The coral rag is found on the eastern and southern parts of the island where western parts have deep fertile soil.
Zanzibar islands have Warm tropical climates, where temperatures are relatively high and humid conditions almost throughout the year. The islands experience two green seasons, with the longest and heaviest rainfall from March to May and the short rainfall from September to November.
Temperatures are high with an average of 25’c during the day and as high as 39’c in February as low as 20’c in August. It is humid throughout the year with the predominant south and northeastern monsoons. Due to its position along the coast, the climate is affected by the sea breezes making it more comfortable to visitors even during the warm period.
We provide Visa on arrival for most of the Countries, whether you will arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport or Dar Es Salaam Airport with a valid passport with at least 6 months from the date of arrival. Kindly ensure that you have at least 3 blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
A valid return ticket is also required. For individual country visa requirements, please contact your nearest Tanzanian embassy or consulate.
You many reach Zanzibar by air transport or by water. It is connected with several airlines directly to Zanzibar or via Dar Es Salaam you will take a local flight or by ferry.
Zanzibar is generally warm and humid throughout the year and as such, it is advisable to wear light (cotton/linen) clothes. During cooler months, the weather conditions may be relatively cooler and sometimes windy especially along the beach.
Because of religious and cultural traditions, dress code is important, and men and women should dress appropriately when away from the beach. A long skirt or loose-fitting pants are good in the heat and will protect you from the sun.
Tanzania uses shillings as its National currency, which is in both, notes and coins. US Dollars are also widely accepted. Foreign currencies can be exchanged at the Bureaus, Banks and some Hotels.
