Zanzibar It is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, 25–50 kilometres (16–31)miles off the coast of the mainland, and consists of many small islands and two large ones: Unguja (the main island, referred to informally as Zanzibar) and Pemba Island. The capital is Zanzibar City, located on the island of Unguja. Its historic centre is stone town and is a World Heritage Site.
Unguja being the major Island famous for its beaches, resorts and historic stone town the second one being Pemba Island it is also known as the Green Island famous for its spice production and exquisite dive sites in exploring abundant marine life and its coral reefs and Mafia Island is famous for its protected marine park a perfect view for coral reefs, sea turtle and the giant shark whales, Zanzibar also has many beautiful other smaller Island. Zanzibar offers you the ultimate beach and leisure experience. For those who love the sun,sand,and surf –Zanzibar is a perfect escape
Stone town is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre, its an old town in Unguja the capital city of Zanzibar here one can closely unravel the mixed culture of Zanzibar in its long years under rulers and traders from Prussia, German, India, Portuguese and Arab to today visitors can walk through the Sultan’s palace, the merchant houses, the House of Wonders, Slave Market, Freddie Mercury memorial, Portuguese fort and at night the Forodhani garden. Our guides will take you through timegiving you history behind every intricate detail of the architects.
Zanzibar has a tropical monsoon climate.The heat of summer (corresponding to the Northern Hemisphere winter) is often cooled by strong sea breezes associated with the northeast monsoon (known as Kaskazi in Kiswahili), particularly on the north and east coasts. Being near to the equator, the islands are warm year round. The rainfall regime is split into two main seasons, a primary maximum in March, April, and May in association with the southwest monsoon (known locally as Kusi in Kiswahili), and a secondary maximum in November and December.
In Zanzibar you can kite surf on the south east coast staying in places like Paje & Jambiani or relax in one of the quiet coastal villages like Matemwe. For those looking for the perfect beaches with the whitest sands we suggest heading North to Nungwi consistently voted in the top 10 beaches in the world.
Zanzibar has a rich cultural heritage and offers unrivalled diving, fishing and snorkelling opportunities. Surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Zanzibar is the perfect spot for an unforgettable luxury break.