Zanzibar
Tanzania
Spice-island beaches and Stone Town, the classic add-on to a Serengeti safari.
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Why go
Powder-white sand, warm Indian Ocean water and a UNESCO old town — the easiest way to end a safari on a beach.
Best tours & activities
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Where to stay
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Good with family
- Stone Town spice tour
- Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll
- Jozani forest red colobus monkeys
- Sunset dhow cruise
Travel tips
- Bring US dollars printed after 2009
- Cover shoulders and knees in Stone Town
- East-coast resorts have the calmest water
Safety in Zanzibar
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Petty theft on beaches and occasional road-safety issues. Malaria precautions are required — see a travel clinic first.
Official U.S. advisoryReviewed 2026-08-07
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