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Well planned Zanzibar island holidays at staycation resorts & vacations

Zanzibar island holidays; The Spice Island

About Zanzibar island holidays at staycation resorts & vacations

Zanzibar island holidays are a gateway to paradise, also known as the spice island 35km off main land Tanzania, Zanzibar at 6.1357° S, 39.3621° E is a 2,700 square km Island with white sand beaches that roll into the crystal clear waters of the Indian ocean. The Island is a UNESCO world heritage site having major towns and coastal areas holding ancient historical sites such as; Joseph’s Roman Catholic Cathedral; Christ Church Anglican Cathedral; the residence of the slave trader Tippu Tip; the Malindi Bamnara Mosque; the Jamat Khan built for the Ismaili sect; the Royal Cemetery; the Hamamni and other Persian baths. 

NOTE: You need to secure a mandatory inbound travel insurance cover via https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/ before embarking on your trip to Zanzibar.

Discover Zanzibar Island holidays on Africa safari

Summer Zanzibar island holidays are decorated with amazing scenes, beautiful hotels, staycation resorts, restaurants, palm and coconut trees which contribute to numerous flavors in different coastal dishes and delicacies. The coastal waters and beaches hype tropical vibes especially from June to October attracting various sports and activities for example kite surfing, spice tours, sailing on traditionally made dhows, scuba diving in the blue waters, magical underwater  creatures, grey monkeys, sandbank yoga, forest bathing, horseback riding, magical breezes and sceneries on low tides, coastal cuisines and cocktails, rock island restaurant.

Zanzibar island holidays & staycation packages

Oceanic aquatic life

4 days Zanzibar experience

White sand beaches, scuba diving, swimming, boat cruises

Aerial view of green palm trees, umbrellas on the sandy beach of Indian Ocean at sunset. Summer holiday in Kendwa, Zanzibar island. Tropical landscape with palms, white sand, clear blue sea. Top view

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Hot air balloons, Africa's big 5 and game drives, white sand beaches and resorts

Scuba diving with dolphins

romantic & honeymoon holidays

Hotels, resorts, restaurants, camping, sports, sea foods & special cuisines dining.

lions & Africa's big 5

14 days wildlife & zanzibar safari

The great migration and game drives, birding, water sports, white sand beaches

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summer & family holidays

Beach sports and dining, boat cruises, Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, white sand beaches, nature walks and wildlife tours.

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Zanzibar Island holidays, staycation & vacations

Along Zanzibar Island holidays hospitality, the local people participate in growing of spices such as cloves, nutmeg, pepper and cinnamon a practice carried on from ancient times thus maintaining the island’s name “SPICE ISLAND“. The demand and use of spices from different parts of the world attracted colonial influence from Portugal and Arabs which gave birth to new cultures such as the Swahili culture and setting up of various administration centers with unique ancient Arabic and Persian architecture. Some of these ancient towns include; Stone town– having most of its architecture with stones as major building materials, Prison islandwhich was used to isolate rebel slaves and a coral mine is the  colonial era, has some of the world’s largest tortoises, Nakupenda beach island 30km from stone island. During city tours of these towns, you will get a chance to taste multiple spiced dishes and coastal street foods.

Safari blue experience on Zanzibar island holidays

The safari blue zones are areas with clear transparent turquoise water in the Indian ocean on Zanzibar Island. Safari blue zones on Zanzibar Island holidays are best found off Fumba town on Kwale island and off Kizimkazi around the Pungume white island in the ocean. On the safari blue experience, you will have guided snorkeling in the clear waters having views of different unique colorful fish species. You will be taken on dhow sailing throwing some bread crumbs in the ocean attracting sea fish that will come in your vicinity view. While at the sand bank, you’ll taste tropical fruits and also enjoy a sea food buffet as you enjoy the Indian ocean breeze.

Activities done on Zanzibar Island holidays

  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Kite rafting
  • Ocean cruising/ boat cruises
  • Bird watching
  • Wildlife tours
  • Kayaking
  • Nightlife experience

Stone town tours

Stone town is the most popular town on Zanzibar island and derives its name from its stature as almost all its buildings were constructed with stones. It was a major trading center during the colonial trade error and was a meeting point for international traders from Asia and Europe. Enjoy historical tours and nightlife experience while on Zanzibar island holidays along with sea food cuisines, culture and tradition of the coastal people. You will also have a visit to the Freddie Mercury house- a legendary British singer & songwriter who once settled on Zanzibar island.

Prison Island tour

Also known as Changuu island, Prison island was used as a detention center for rebel slaves by the Sultans in the 1860s until the end of the slave trade. When the British came to the island and began building a prison on the island under their governor, Lloyd Matthews which was completed in 1894 though it was only ever used as a quarantine center for possible yellow-fever victims. Today, Prison island is a tourist attraction along with the other 3 islands next to it namely; snake island, grave island and Bawe island. Along the adventure visit to Prison island, you will see tortoises aging beyond 100 years, snorkeling, coral reefs and sightings of marine creatures.

What is the best time to visit Zanzibar?

The best time to visit Zanzibar island is from May to October (summer time) and from December to March. These months in Zanzibar are dry and the white sand beaches at the ocean are a top relaxation spot as you enjoy the cool Indian ocean breeze. This climate along the ocean winds will allow you to engage in many different beach activities.

Zanzibar island holidays' resorts and hotels

Zanzibar island holidays

Lux Marijani, Zanzibar

Lux Marijani hotel is a luxury staycation facility located -5.93001° S, 39.35983° E along the East African shores with the Indian ocean. 

Lux Marijani has serene lux rooms overlooking the vast expanse of the Indian ocean and white sand beach that harbor beautiful coconut trees. Some of the room options at Lux Marijani hotel include;

  • Suites $750
  • Deluxe rooms $448
  • Executive rooms $610
  • Family rooms $592
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Bella Vista resort, Zanzibar

Bella Vista resort is also located on Zanzibar island’s white sand beach at the Indian ocean shores. While at Bella for Zanzibar Island holidays, you will have great relaxation moments, beach & water sports and enjoying the cool ocean breeze.

Bella Vista resort offers numerous staycation options such as;

  • Single rooms starting at $193
  • Double/ Twin rooms starting at $197
  • Triple rooms starting at $243
  • Quadruple rooms starting from $313
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Kwanza resort

Kwanza resort is another white sand beach staycation gem in Zanzibar along the Indian ocean shores with some of the best horizon sightings along relaxation moments as you are overlooking the ocean waters.

Kwanza resort offers staycation options to its guests starting from $337.

Zanzibar Island holidays

Sultan sands island resort

Sultan sands island resort is also another excellent staycation destination while out there for a Zanzibar island holidays experience. Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean, guests can engage in all various activities on the ocean during their stay.

Sultan sands island offers numerous stay options in classic and standard rooms starting from $355.

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