Best known for
- Once the capital city of Oman in the early 19th Century under the Sultanate of Sultan Seyyid
- Popularly known as “The Spice Island” due to the farming of vital spices on the island i.e. cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, etc
- Was once, one of the main hub of the slave trade
- The famous Stone Town of Zanzibar – a Unesco World Heritage Site
- Pristine beaches and sandy coastline
- Vibrant historical and cultural presence, historical monuments showcasing Portuguese, Arab, European culture. Some can be dated back to the 12th century AD.
Activities
- One of the best spots for Whale Shark watching
- Catch glimpses of migrating Humpback and Sperm Whales off Zanzibar from July-December.
- Abundance of excursions available i.e. Dolphin tour, Spice Island tour, Prison Island Tour, Chumbe Environmental Island tour, Jozani Forest, City Walking tour, Stone Town tour, historical tour etc.
- Lunch on numerous sand bars during low tide
- Sunset dhow cruises for sundowners and light music
- Very good locations for scuba diving and snorkeling
- Beautiful, pristine beaches with azure blue waters for swimming, sun bathing and relaxation
- Sea sports i.e. deep sea fishing, jet skis, dhow trips, wake boarding, wind surfing, kayaking etc.
- Experience the local Swahili culture
- Indulge into local Swahili cuisine every evening at the Forodhani Area in Stone Town.
