Zanzibar

If you’re looking for the perfect Indian Ocean holiday, Zanzibar is potentially one of the best choices. Holidays to Zanzibar is known for its great selection of beautiful beaches and its historical stone town.

The country is known for its spices and tourism industry. You will notice the food on your Zanzibar holidays is packed full of flavoursome spices such as nutmeg, black pepper, cinnamon and cloves. The main towns you may want to travel to on the island include Stone Town, Kendwa, Nungwi and Paje.

Main Attractions to Enjoy

One of the main attractions that pull in thousands of tourists each year to Zanzibar holidays is the beautiful beaches. The waters around the coast are warm thanks to the Indian Ocean.

The sands are also a brilliant white colour. They provide you with the perfect place to relax and forget about the world.

There is lots of fishing villages around which provide a picturesque landscape. You can choose from 25 different beaches and some are more remote than others. So whether you’re looking for a popular beach holiday or a more remote experience, there’s something to suit you.

Holidays to Zanzibar very often include stays in Stone Town. It is the cultural heart of the country and not much has changed there in 200 years. You’ll get to wander down winding alleyways and see magnificent mosques and impressive Arab houses.

The bustling bazaars will also show off some of the finest craftsmanship in the country. No Zanzibar holidays would be complete without a trip to this quaint little town.

If you enjoy being at one with nature then you will want to head to the Jozani Forest. This has great nature trails and you’ll get to see fascinating wildlife such as Red Colobus Monkeys. These are almost extinct but you’ll see they are quite playful and mischievous. No nature lover will want to miss these little characters on their holidays to Zanzibar.

If you have your kids with you then the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre is well worth a visit. It is an affordable attraction at just $5 per person and you’ll see lots of beautiful butterflies being farmed to help the local farmers.

Dining Out in Zanzibar

One thing that you will want to research before you head off on Zanzibar holidays is the food on offer. One of the main things on offer is rice and seafood. Breakfast time in Nungwi typically consists of breads, eggs, fruit and coffee. The food is typically healthy and it really is delicious.

If you love fresh fish then the Fat Fish Bar is the place to head to. This restaurant provides freshly caught fish each evening. The Blues in Stone Town is a picturesque restaurant located on the waterfront.

Overall when looking into holidays to Zanzibar, you should be able to find some great discounts. This is a beautiful country with plenty to offer. It doesn’t matter who you are travelling with or how long you are going for, there will always be something to keep you happy in this welcoming country.