East Africa
Zanzibar
Spice routes, dhow sails and Stone Town nights.
Zanzibar carries its history in its doorways. Pair a few nights in Stone Town's coral-rag lanes with a barefoot stretch on the north or east coast — and add a mainland safari if you have the days.
Beach & islandCulture & citySafari & wild
Highlights
ZanzibarStone Town
Carved doors, Forodhani night market and the layered Swahili, Omani and Indian story of the island.
Spice farms
Clove, nutmeg and cardamom walked through with a grower, ending in a Swahili lunch.
Nungwi & Kendwa
Deep water and swimmable beaches at every tide, with sunset dhow cruises.
Safari & sand
Combine with the Serengeti or Selous for the classic bush-to-beach itinerary.
Best time
June – October, December – February
Flight time
±4 hours from Johannesburg
Ideal for
Culture seekers, bush-and-beach combinations, couples
