Zanzibar Group Tours

Let us help you to discover the real Zanzibar. Our team of knowledgable travel experts can offer friendly advice on how to spend your time in Zanzibar. We strive to ensure that your holiday is comfortable, exciting and unforgettable.

Lying in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is the collective name for two islands situated 35 km off the coast of mainland Tanzania: Unguja (commonly known as Zanzibar) and Pemba.

Zanzibar means 'Land of Blacks'. It is a combination of two Arabic words, 'Zinj' which means black and 'barr' which means land. The Zanzibar Archipelago consists of 2 major islands and about another 50 smaller islands. Often, many people refer to Unguja, the main and more developed island as Zanzibar. The second largest Island is Pemba.

Zanzibar remains enigmatic in the Indian Ocean with its history of slave trade, war and strife, spice and coconut plantations and a predominantly Islamic culture and religion. Life continues as it always has, still governed by the ocean and its winds, little, almost not at all changed over centuries. It is truly a ‘paradise’.

Accommodation Zanzibar is second to none and there is something for everyone’s budget from tented safaris and lodges to beach huts and luxury boutique hotels.

You could combine your trip with a tour of Tanzania and take a jeep safari to one of the vast national parks. You will see Africa’s big five – lions, buffalo, elephant, rhinoceros and leopard – roaming alongside many more wild animals. Then plan a trip to the exotic island of Zanzibar for the ultimate African holiday.

Spice up your life and go discover Zanzibar for yourself.

 

Attractions

Zanzibar is a magical island with lots of amazing cultural and historical places to visit and you can arrange sightseeing tours through our site. From towns, beaches and forests, Zanzibar will leave a big impression on you. For something a little different you might also want to combine seeing the attractions with helping volunteer projects in Zanzibar - a really rewarding experience.

Stone Town
Stone Town is the oldest city and now the ‘capital’ of Zanzibar. This town is made up of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and Arab-influenced houses, a reminder of Zanzibar’s history when it was occupied by the Omani Arabs. Most of the houses date back to the 19th century. Then Zanzibar was an important trading center in the Indian Ocean. Stone Town has changed little in the last two centuries and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site by. The Stone Town Conservation Authority was formed with an express mandate, to coordinate the restoration of Stone Town to its original glory. Some buildings have already been renovated.

Beaches
Away from Stone Town, Zanzibar prides itself of long white sandy beaches, with over 25 fabulous beach fronts and warm Indian Ocean Waters creating a ‘heaven on earth’ for romance and relaxation. It is the perfect get away for holidays and ocean enthusiasts alike. You could stay at a resort and enjoy walks on the beach, water-sports and tours to Zanzibar’s numerous tourist sites while at the same time enjoying Zanzibar excellent all year weather.

Main Tourist Destinations
Tourist attractions in Zanzibar need to include visits to the Anglican Church, built in 1874 by Bishop Steer which is on the site of the old slave market, the underground chambers is where slaves were kept before sale at the market. Other places to see include Dr. David Livingstone’s house where he planned his explorations, the Zanzibar museum, the Sultan’s Palace Museum, the Ithnasheri Dispensary and if you are passionate about wildlife be sure to visit the Jozani forest which is home to colobus monkeys.

If you visit Nungwi, this is the busiest dhow building centre in Zanzibar where one can see traditional dhow building being practiced, Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel, with its un-spoilt beach for relaxation and a wide array of waters ports including a fully equipped dive, Mangapwani Beach where you can relax and enjoy a sea food bar be que on a half day trip, Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu and Jambiani beaches.

Excursions
Numerous ocean excursions can be organized including trips to some of the satellite islands like Prison Island, Bawe, Chapwani, islands.