Zanzibar island holidays
Zanzibar island holidays :Zanzibar island is an archipelago which is located in the Indian ocean and the island is part of the tour destinations of Tanzania.
During different months of the year, tourists engage in holidays on Zanzibar island which is a destination that brings together lovers of the sea, adventure tourists, honeymooners, families, solo travelers, local tourists and many other travelers.
Zanzibar island is also referred to as the spice island and during holidays on the island, the tourists can visit the spice farms of Zanzibar and get to know how the spices are grown and processed for sell and for food preparation. The spices include vanilla, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon among others.
Another experience you can enjoy when on a holiday in Zanzibar island is a tour around Stone town which is a historic town at the heart of the island where tours can be done on foot around the winding alleys, the busy market places, the curved wood doors, mosques and many other places. You can engage in this tour as an individual traveler with a local guide or as part of a group touring Zanzibar island in Tanzania.
There is also one national park which is found on Zanzibar island and it is called the Jozani Chwaka bay national park which is home to the endangered red colobus monkeys. During a tour around the destination, a guide accompanies the tourists as they experience the flora and fauna and also enjoy walking along different nature trails and other primates such as colobus monkeys can also be seen during this experience. You can also visit the mangrove swamps in the southern part of the national park during tours in Zanzibar island.
There are also different beaches around Zanzibar island which can be visited during a holiday on the island and they include Nungwi, Paje, Kendwa, Jambiani, Kizimkazi, Matemwe, Kiwengwa among others. The island is famous for its white sand beaches which bring many tourists to relax along the beach under the palm trees while enjoying the views of the Indian ocean and engaging in various activities.
Nungwi and Kendwa are found on the northern part of Zanzibar island and you can enjoy a village tour on this part of the island and also get to see how the dhows are built. On the eastern coast of Zanzibar is where Matemwe is found while on the north eastern coast of the island is where Kiwengwa is found.
Snorkeling, swimming, diving, kite surfing among other activities are carried out during holidays on Zanzibar island. You can also engage in a boat ride on traditional dhows on the Indian ocean during your holiday in Zanzibar and these boats are also made by the locals on the island which is another experience that you can enjoy when touring Zanzibar.
Changuu island is another place to visit during a holiday on Zanzibar island and the island is also referred to as Prison island. Giant Aldabra tortoises can also be seen on the island and the destination can be accessed by a boat ride from Stone town which takes about 30 minutes. Snorkeling is also carried out during tours to Prison island.
Zanzibar island also has a diversity of culture and during holidays on the island, you can get to know about these different cultures and also the history of the island and its people.
A trip to Zanzibar is not complete without tasting the different cuisines on the island which have an influence of various cultures including Indian, Arab, Persian, Swahili and European cultures. Both local and international dishes are prepared on the island. These foods are sold in different restaurants around the island, the hotels and resorts as well as street foods which are prepared in places such as Forodhani market in Stone town. Sea food is a delicacy to try when visiting the island during holidays.
After a tour around the famous national parks on the mainland of Tanzania, you can take a holiday to Zanzibar island and enjoy relaxing along the white sand beaches. Zanzibar island is also the perfect honeymoon getaway during a holiday in East Africa.
The exotic Zanzibar island has a number of resorts and hotels where couples can relax and enjoy privacy. The islands of Pemba and Mafia also offer this privacy during holidays.
Swimming with dolphins is another exciting experience to engage in during a tour of Zanzibar island. Humpback and bottlenose dolphins can be seen during a tour in Zanzibar in places such as Kizimkazi and these tours can be private or part of a group experience.
Best month to visit Zanzibar island for holidays
Zanzibar island for holidays can be visited during the different seasons of the year including the dry or high season and the low or rainy season.
June to October is a time of the year when the temperature is favorable for the various activities which are carried out on Zanzibar island and it is considered the best time to visit the island. January and February is also a good time to visit the island while November is a good time for snorkeling and diving in Zanzibar.
Rains are received around March to May but it is also a good time to take a holiday in Zanzibar island. Fruits like pineapples are also in season during the month of March and at this time of the year, lodges are also discounted.
How to get around Zanzibar island during Zanzibar holidays
During Zanzibar holidays, flights are taken to Abeid Amani Karume international airport. Transfers from the airport to the hotels can be arranged by the hotel management or a traveler can use public or private means of transport on Zanzibar island.
Another way to get to the different destinations on Zanzibar island is by taking a ferry from Dar es Salaam to the island. The different ways to explore Zanzibar during tours includes cycling, walks, boat and driving.
When traveling to Zanzibar island, it is also important to remember to dress decently during a holiday as a way of respecting the culture of the locals.
