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Zanzibar Beach Holidays
from
USD2,050
Duration: 8 days
Difficulty: Easy
Group Size: 2-12
Adventure: Beach holiday
Join us on a heavenly Zanzibar beach holiday! Start your visit with some time in Stone Town, where you can taste the delights of this Spice Island and also explore its rich Swahili heritage. Then head to your beachside accommodation for some days spent relaxing on idyllic white-sand beaches. The calm turquoise waters that have made Zanzibar so justifiably famous and beloved are all yours for as much swimming, snorkelling and diving as you can handle!
Our itineraries
We have two itineraries on offer for Zanzibar, though both can be tailored to suit your needs and preferences! One is for those looking for a mid-range option, the other offers more luxurious accommodation.
Country info and facts
Languages
Swahili, English
Currency
Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
Airports
For Zanzibar you want to fly into Abeid Amani Karume International Airport on the main island of Unjuga.
Seasons
The two ideal seasons for visiting the Zanzibari archipelago are its two drier spells:
- June to mid October. These months are cooler and drier, and so are good for visiting the beaches, exploring Stone Town, and doing other activities.
- December to February. These months are hot and dry, and so make for excellent beach and swimming weather.
Diving conditions are good all year round, except perhaps from mid December to mid February.
Visa and Immigration
A Tanzanian tourist visa is valid for up to 90 days. It costs US$50 for foreigners, and US$100 for US citizens. But a visa isn't required for nationals from around 50 countries worldwide, including South Africa, Kenya, Hong Kong, Singapore, China, India, Brazil and Turkey.
Health and Safety
There are no mandatory vaccines for entry into Tanzania.
Please note that some parts of Tanzania have malaria and tsetse flies (which can cause sleeping sickness). You may wish to take precautions against these.
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Our most popular post showcases 15 unmissable things to do in Zanzibar. We also have one discussing the best time to visit Zanzibar in general as well as for specific activities like swimming or diving. Finally, we discuss commonly asked questions about travel to Tanzania (like how to apply for a visa) to help you prepare for a Zanzibar adventure.
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