Zanzibar
Tanzania
beachZanzibar is a world unto itself. The spice island's Stone Town is a labyrinth of narrow alleys, carved wooden doors, and centuries of Swahili, Arab, and Portuguese history. Beyond the town, pristine beaches stretch for miles, turquoise lagoons invite you to swim with dolphins and turtles, and sunset dhow cruises offer the most romantic evenings imaginable.
Best Time to Visit
June to October, December to February
Monthly Climate
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32 | 24 | 60 |
| Feb | 33 | 24 | 50 |
| Mar | 33 | 24 | 120 |
| Apr | 31 | 24 | 320 |
| May | 30 | 23 | 250 |
| Jun | 29 | 22 | 50 |
| Jul | 28 | 21 | 30 |
| Aug | 29 | 20 | 25 |
| Sep | 30 | 21 | 35 |
| Oct | 31 | 22 | 80 |
| Nov | 31 | 23 | 190 |
| Dec | 32 | 24 | 110 |
Location
Our Picks
Recommended Lodges & Camps
The Residence Zanzibar
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Itineraries Featuring Zanzibar
Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar
Northern Circuit → Zanzibar
- Northern circuit Big Five safari
- Stone Town heritage walking tour
- Turquoise lagoons and spice plantations
Tanzania Honeymoon
Serengeti luxury → Zanzibar beach
- Private luxury tented camp in the Serengeti
- Candlelit dinners on Zanzibar's white sand
- Sunset dhow cruise
Best of Tanzania First Timer
Arusha → Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Zanzibar
- All major northern circuit parks
- Ngorongoro Crater descent
- Zanzibar culture and beaches
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