Zanzibar Cuisine Experiences Zanzibar is famous for its spices, which envelop the entire island in an enchanting scent. Cinnamon, cloves, pepper, vanilla and many other spices grow on the island’s spice plantations and enrich food and drink in Zanzibar. Â Â Food in Zanzibar The food on Zanzibar is exotic and spicy. Coconut is used […]
Excursions and Activities in Zanzibar A holiday in Zanzibar captivates with a variety of leisure activities. The sea in particular invites you to various activities such as windsurfing, snorkeling or kayaking. Of course, you can also just relax on the beautiful beaches of the island. Zanzibar has some of the most attractive underwater world on […]
The best time to go to Zanzibar Located just south of the equator, Zanzibar has a warm tropical climate. The average annual temperature is 26.5°C. It is particularly warm from December to March, with February being the hottest month. The thermometer then temporarily rises to 39°C. This warm period is replaced by the first rainy […]
Entry Requirements for Zanzibar To enter Zanzibar you need a ordinary visa (single entry), which can be purchased at the Tanzanian embassy, directly at the international airport or seaport in Tanzania and online for a fee of around $50. A valid passport is also required. Exchange Money It is advisable to bring enough cash with […]
Zanzibar Cities Zanzibar is an archipelago consisting of the main island of Zanzibar, the northern island of Pemba and several smaller coral islands. Zanzibar is an autonomous part of the Republic of Tanzania. The main island, whose Swahili name is Unguja, stretches from Nungwi, the northernmost village of the island, over 1658 km² to Stone […]
Facts and Figures about Zanzibar Fantastic beaches, untouched nature and a unique cultural diversity make Zanzibar an undiscovered holiday paradise today. Fresh fruits, a fantastic climate and a landscape that has everything to offer from palm beaches to rainforests spoil every visitor on Zanzibar vacation. The island’s culture is just as diverse as its landscape. […]
What’s the Best Way to Get to Zanzibar? Zanzibar has an international airport. So many airlines offer international flights partly via Dar es Salaam. KLM, Kenya Airways and Condor, on the other hand, fly from Europe to Zanzibar via Nairobi. From the big city metropolises, you can then take a plane from the local airlines […]
Zanzibar Nature and Wildlife The focus of a Zanzibar holiday is nature: as soon as you approach Zanzibar, the African island captivates with its very special charm: turquoise-blue bays and white beaches as far as the eye can see. Zanzibar Landscape Ocean: Beaches, Barrier Reef and Coral Banks Zanzibar is surrounded by a barrier […]
A Short History of Zanzibar Those who want to travel to Zanzibar should not miss the opportunity to learn about its history as well. Zanzibar seems like a bazaar of cultures these days. The explanation for this lies hidden in the history of the island. Â The Natives of Zanzibar The natives of Zanzibar were […]
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