Visit Zanzibar & Pemba

The name Zanzibar is surely one of Africa's most evocative, up there with Timbuktu in Mali and Casablanca in Morocco. Its sultry tropical climate, Islamic influences and multitude of dreamy white sand beaches make it truly idyllic destination, whether combined with a safari on the African mainland, or as a beach holiday in its own right.

The state of Zanzibar comprises two islands, Unjuga - Zanzibar Island - and Pemba, to the north. Both have palm-lined beaches fringed by coral reefs, and their idyllic coastlines feature some of Tanzania's most luxurious beach resorts. Dhows are a familiar sight off the coast, transporting vanilla, cloves and other spices, or trawling for fish. Snorkelling and diving are popular activities, while a tour of the spice plantations and a visit to Stone Town on Zanzibar are also highly recommended.

Tanzania: Serengeti Safari & Zanzibar Beach

15-day small-group tour from £5,580 pp incl. flights

Staying in luxury lodges, enjoying expert-led game drives and indulging with full-board gourmet dining throughout, this small-group safari takes in the best of Tanzania’s national-park treasures. It’s all capped with some beach relaxation in Zanzibar.

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Top places to stay in Zanzibar & Pemba

Essque Zalu, Zanzibar

Accommodation

Essque Zalu, perfectly situated amongst the aromatic spice plantations and white sand beaches of the Indian Ocean island of Zanzibar, stands as one of the finest resorts on this beautiful part of the African continent.

Zanzibar Serena Hotel, Stone Town

Traditional hotel

Blending a spectacular beachfront setting with direct access to Stone Town’s UNESCO-listed treasures, this luxury hotel is an enticing option, the traditional aesthetic of its rooms matched by the local flavours of its terrace restaurant.

Kilindi, Zanzibar

Small & intimate hotel

Kilindi is a 15 pavilion resort spread over 52 acres of lush gardens and lovely beaches along a picturesque-perfect stretch of Northern Zanzibar. Standing watch over the time-honoured Dhow Routes, along a crescent of coral-bright sand, each of the fifteen pavilions embrace cascading rain-water...

Breezes Beach Club & Spa, Zanzibar

Traditional resort

This idyllic hotel on the east coast of Zanzibar pairs a fabulous beachfront setting with superb dining and first-class facilities.

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Where to go in Zanzibar & Pemba

Pemba

Pemba Island lies to the northeast of Zanzibar, but is much less visited than its bigger brother on the Swahili Coast. As such this 75 kilometre-long island is a terrific place to get away from it all.

Zanzibar

Zanzibar has been an important trading base for more than 2,000 years. The Portuguese, British and Omani Arabs have all left their mark on the so-called Spice Island over the years and as a result Zanzibar is a wonderfully colourful and captivating place.