Zanzibar Island Travel Guide

Pro

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  Everything was wonderful on the "Spice Island". 


Con

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  Poor and dirty 


In a nutshell

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  Talk to Zanzibaris, don't just lie on the beach. 

 

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Zanzibar. Tourist Crime

Zanzibar. Tourist Crime, Zanzibar Island

 SouthWestLondon Says:  It is not my intention to put anyone off holiday plans but felt it would be irresponsible of me to not recount my experience on tourism sites. I am a seasoned... 

 Warnings Or Dangers in Zanzibar Island

Precision Air Warning!!

Precision Air Warning!!, Zanzibar Island

 spinton Says:  Precision air WARNING!This happend November 2011We hade a lovely vaccation at Zanzibar, we went there from Mombasa, and where going back also to Mombasa with... 

 Warnings Or Dangers in Zanzibar Island

CASA DEL MAR: COOL HOTEL IN JAMBIANI - EAST COAST

CASA DEL MAR: COOL HOTEL IN JAMBIANI - EAST COAST, Zanzibar Island

 DAO Says:  The Casa Del Mar is a nice small hotel in the middle of the village of Jambiani and borders several other hotels. It does have lots of great reviews, but I am... 

 Hotels in Zanzibar Island

Africa House for Sunset Views

Africa House for Sunset Views, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  This is the thing to do apparently - "everyone" goes to Africa House to watch the sunset. I had never seen so much hustle and bustle and downright rudeness as... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

Etiquette

Etiquette, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  Unfortunately this is often overlooked when in Zanzibar. We are tourists looking at local cultures, but should we behave as if we are walking through a human... 

 Local Customs in Zanzibar Island

Zanzibar - not as cheap as you might think!

Zanzibar - not as cheap as you might think!, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  I loved my time - 5 days - on Zanzibar Island and it is a place I would return to. But, don't expect it to be a cheap African island , or similar in prices to... 

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Nungwi Fish Market & Fishing

Nungwi Fish Market & Fishing, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  A great activity if you are one who gets up early. And it need to be at sunrise.On the beach almost to the northern tip of the island is where the fish markets... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

Swim with the Turtles - Nungwi - West Beach

Swim with the Turtles - Nungwi - West Beach, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  Baraka's Turtle AquariumWhy didn't I have my camera this day? What a great time. There are two aquariums at Nugnwi and this is the smallest but the best (well... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

Computer Access - Nungwi Village

Computer Access - Nungwi Village, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  Computer access was expensive in the resorts - actually anywhere it was expensive - and we seldom logged on until we found this place.Nungwi School Computer... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

Langli Langli: Nungwi Beach Seafood

Langli Langli: Nungwi Beach Seafood, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  We really went in here because of the sign - and we have a wonderful meal - seafood of course - then there was the fact that it was BYO - a real novelty as it... 

 Restaurants in Zanzibar Island

St Monica's Hostel

St Monica's Hostel, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  This is an impressive old stone building almost next door to the Anglican Church of Christ Cathedral. The main building used to be a hostel for nuns a... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

The Anglican Cathedral Church of Christ

The Anglican Cathedral Church of Christ, Zanzibar Island

 cafank Says:  The Anglican Cathedral is a popular Zanzibar Attraction. Situated on the site of the former slave market (closed in 1873) it is located on the eastern side of... 

 Things to Do in Zanzibar Island

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 As it is Ramadan , the holiest season for Muslims we were surprised that many of the shops and restaurants are open. Prices are less here than in Arusha. 1.5... 

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Q:  Dear Travelers! Its that time again and my girlfriend and I are planning our next holiday! Just some background on us: we... 

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A: Hi Jurgen Compared to Seychelles costs, Zanzibar is very affordable indeed. It obviously depends on where you pitch it in terms of level of luxury, but I would say it's... 

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Zanzibar - an air of spices

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 It may not have a particularly romantic name, but Stone Town, old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar could be a romantic place to visit. There are winding alleys, markets, bazaars, mosques and grand... 

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WELCOME TO PARADISE ISLAND ! JAMBO !!!

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 FOR SOME REASON VIRTUAL TOURIST HAS 2 ZANZIBAR ISLAND PAGES! PLEASE GO HERE FOR THE MORE COMPLETE PAGE!!!!!! DAO's COMPLETE PARADISE PAGE! 

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Zanzibar

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 Looking down from our plane we could see the sparkling waters of Zanzibar below. Our drive was waiting when our flight arrived and a short hour later we were at the Langi Langi Beach Bungalows in... 

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Across the island to paradise

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 Went from Stone Town to Matemwe for four days, then back again to spend more time in Stone Town. In retrospect, four days in ST was MORE than enough. This page gives more details for the hotel at... 

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Stunning Zanzibar

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 Stone Town is Zanzibar's centre for Tourism and also houses the ferry port and so much history and culture you'll easilly get stuck here for 4 or more days. The architecture is really interesting and... 

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