Zanzibar

Pristine beaches and vibrant Swahili culture

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Zanzibar Holidays

The spice island of Zanzibar is a world unto itself, a land of pristine beaches and vibrant Swahili culture that provides a welcome contrast to the hot and dusty safari parks of mainland Tanzania.

Tanzania & Zanzibar

We had an incredible time and are already looking at your website for next year!

Maureen

Zanzibar By Region

Stone Town

The winding streets and high townhouses of old Stone Town feel almost trapped in time. Visitors to the city can walk between the sultan’s palace, the House of Wonders, the Portuguese fort & gardens, a....

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Surrounding Islands near Zanzibar

Zanzibar's surrounding islands - Pemba, Mafia, Chumbe and Mnemba - are for the most part much less densely populated than Zanzibar island, and home to some of the finest beaches and wildlife attractio....

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Zanzibar Coastline

Zanzibar’s coastline offers some of East Africa's finest beaches, but sand and surf vary depending on which side of the island you’re on. The east coast offers the most pristine beaches, while west Za....

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Our Zanzibar Itineraries

Mafia Island (Butiama)

Low-key, 7-night beach break to Mafia Island's Butiama Lodge - enjoy a spot of winter sun on one of East Africa's least-developed islands.

Destination

  • Tanzania
  • Zanzibar

Experience

  • Beach Holidays

Prices from £1100 pp

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Ngorongoro, Mahale, Selous and Zanzibar

10-day luxury Tanzania safari visiting Ngorongoro Crater, Mahale Mountains National Park, Selous Game Reserve, and the spice island of Zanzibar. This programme can be extended to 14 days to include the Serengeti. NB. Availability in Mahale is limited and seasonal - please contact our office for current rates and availability.

Destination

  • Zanzibar
  • Tanzania

Experience

  • Safari and Wildlife Holidays

Price on application

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Mwiba and Matemwe

Spend 3 days exploring the exclusive Mwiba Wildlife Reserve in the southern Serengeti followed by 4 nights on the northern coast of Zanzibar on this luxury safari & beach combo.

Destination

  • Zanzibar
  • Tanzania

Experience

  • Beach Holidays
  • Safari and Wildlife Holidays
  • Honeymoons and Weddings

Prices from £5500 pp

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Zanzibar By Activity

Additional Information

Visa Requirements

UK passport holders require a visa to enter Tanzania and Zanzibar. This can be obtained on arrival, whether your port of entry is in Tanzania or Zanzibar. The visa fee is currently US$50 cash.

As of Jan 2019, it now also possible to apply for a visa online (e-visa). The application process is simple and does not require you to send your passport in the post. Visit the Tanzania evisa application portal for more detailed instructions.

We recommend you double check the visa requirements before travel as requirements can change.

Non-UK passport holders: please consult your embassy or consulate in your home country for the latest advice on visas and entry requirements.

Deserts and Mountains of Oman

Sulaiman was incredibly knowledgeable (clearly hugely passionate about his country), professional and kind.

Annette