Zanzibar is an archipelago off Tanzania’s coast, with Unguja and Pemba its two main islands. History, spice-growing traditions, village life and marine landscapes give the islands a character that goes well beyond a beach stay. Choose the island and coast to suit the pace you want. Unguja offers Stone Town and a wide choice of beach settings; Pemba brings a greener, quieter island perspective. Combine Zanzibar with a mainland safari or make the islands the focus.
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Islands & Indian Ocean
Zanzibar
An island chapter of Swahili heritage, coastal discoveries and time by the Indian Ocean.
Take A Closer Look
Get To Know Zanzibar.
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Swahili heritage
Explore island history and living traditions with local insight and respectful guiding.
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Island and marine life
Choose coastal and marine experiences around conditions, tides and your interests.
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Space after safari
Leave room for slower days by the ocean after your mainland journey.
A Few Useful Details
Your Visit, At A Glance.
Where You’ll Be
Islands & Indian Ocean
A Good Time To Visit
June–October and January–February are common drier starting points. Choose your island and coast around tides, wind and the activities you have in mind.
Getting Here
Flights connect Zanzibar with mainland Tanzania. Ferries and inter-island travel require confirmed schedules and suitable onward transfers.
Find Your Kind Of Season
Good Timing Makes A Difference.
June–October and January–February are common drier starting points. Choose your island and coast around tides, wind and the activities you have in mind.
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High Season
January – February · June – October
Popular drier travel periods. Sea conditions, tides and the coast you choose still matter.
Mid Season
March · November – December
Short rains and transition months can bring showers. Plan outings around local conditions.
Low Season
April – May
The main rains can affect outdoor and marine plans. Confirm hotel operations and transfers.
High Season
January – February · June – October
Popular drier travel periods. Sea conditions, tides and the coast you choose still matter.
Mid Season
March · November – December
Short rains and transition months can bring showers. Plan outings around local conditions.
Low Season
April – May
The main rains can affect outdoor and marine plans. Confirm hotel operations and transfers.
These are travel-planning bands, not fixed lodge tariff dates. Weather, wildlife movements and access vary.
Make It Part Of Your Journey
Journeys That Bring You Here.
Starting points that include this destination.
Safari & beach
12 Days · 11 Nights
Safari, Stone Town & Pemba — 12 Days
Northern safari days, Stone Town’s living history, an Unguja beach pause and a quieter Pemba chapter—connected by carefully planned transfers.
Price On Request
More Than A Place On A Map
Make A Little More Of Your Visit.
Experiences connected to this destination.
Half or full day
Marine
Snorkelling & Marine Discovery
Discover another side of the coast, with marine outings matched to local conditions.
Half day or sunset outing
Marine
Dhow Sailing & Coastal Outings
Enjoy the coast from the water and give your island chapter a different rhythm.
A Good Place To Pause
Stay Somewhere That Fits.
Places in or around this destination, chosen to work with your route.
Beach resort
Kiwengwa, Unguja, Zanzibar
Tembo Kiwengwa Resort
An Indian Ocean stay for a relaxed Zanzibar chapter after your safari days.
Picture Yourself Here
A Glimpse Of Zanzibar.
Four views. A little inspiration for the journey ahead.
Made Around You
A Journey With Zanzibar In Mind?
Tell us your dates, your people and the places you would love to connect.