The Best 8 Attractions In Zanzibar And Free Adventure Activities With Family

Attractions In Zanzibar

Zanzibar is one of the best destinations to consider while planning your trip to Africa, it presents an undeniable beauty ranging from the vast crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean, and Sandy beaches, to the many islands that it comprises. Although Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, it is more than independent; it has its leaders and policies that govern it. The legendary trade city majorly uses Swahili as its official language with a fusion of cultures that have evolved in the past Zanzibar was known for the slave trade however in the present day this has changed much.

Top attractions in Zanzibar include Stone Town, it is one of the most interesting places to go to, the town has had several leaders including Arabs and Europeans, it has a European background, and its history is well documented, there are several things to do while in stone town, for example, visit the former slave trade market, this is a landmark showing the abolition of slave trade, historical churches, palace of the sultan or even take a day spice tour. It is possible to visit the fishing villages and spice plantations while in Zanzibar.

The beaches of Zanzibar are not to miss, these are decorated in white sand, swinging palm trees, and crystal clear turtle waters, they present a perfect opportunity to do activities, with each one having unique things to do like beach soccer, swimming and scuba diving, sunbathing, to mention a few. Example of beaches include Mnewba Beach, Nungwi beach there are several restaurants and resorts which a variety of food cuisines and accommodations.

Prison Island also commonly referred to as Changuu Island, it is a popular place to visit in Stone Town, originally designed to keep slaves, after the abolition of the slave trade it has become one of the most fascinating places to visit while in Zanzibar, the giant tortoise sanctuary is the most fame, it is home to some of the most large and oldest tortoise. A trip to the prison Island normally begins with a boat cruise from stone town.

Zanzibar is a known place for spices, one of the main attractions of the destination are these mixed ingredients, a spice tour in Zanzibar would last for a day or half day depending, it is a delightful moment to explore the rich cultural history of Zanzibar spices, traditional ones include cloves, Zanzibar is one of the most leading producers of cloves in the world, nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon, cadarmom among others visitors do have the chance to visit some spice garden.

Besides the mentioned top attractions of Zanzibar there are other several places to visit for example Forodhani Gardens, cultural heritage centers, old fort, and local markets. Tours can be combined together with other destinations of Tanzania including the Serengeti National Park to witness the Great Migration of wildebeests, big five of the wilderness, and the Ngorongoro conservation area.

When visiting Zanzibar, it is advisable to consider having a passport that is valid atleast 6 months to the months of travel, pack comfortable clothes for your travels including long sleeved light trousers, beach wear, and warm clothes for the evenings and any other important items of personal nature.