Zanzibar has to be one of the most enticing destinations on the East African coast. The name alone is evocative of an era of trade, sailing, spices and epic journeys. As a modern day tourist destination, Zanzibar is steeped in its history and culture, while hosting some of the finest beaches in the world and world class diving options, alongside the possibility of interesting day activities and excursions.
Zanzibar is the perfect place to unwind after the rigours of a dusty but rewarding safari in Tanzania or Kenya - but also worth a stay as a stand-alone travel destination.
The tourism infrastructure is relatively well developed, but still the island remains a destination for individual travellers, far away from any form of mass tourism.
