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Zanzibar.
Tropical Island - Tanzania
Zanzibar
Tanzania Tropical Island
Zanzibar Island is a jewel in the ocean, surrounded by beaches that rate among the finest in the world. It's the ultimate Indian Ocean experience, with its fascinating historical Stone Town and magnificent beaches.
Here you can swim, snorkel or just lounge the hours away, while shoals of luminous fish graze over nearby coral gardens and pods of dolphins frolic offshore.
To the modern ear, Zanzibar is synonymous with coral beaches and lagoon-like seas dotted with dhows, as described by returning honeymooners and backpackers. In fact, the name stems from the words used by early Arab traders to describe the whole East African coast: zinj el barr, or "land of the blacks".
"Zanzibar is a marvel for the senses. Every sight and smell is provocative, inspiring a sense of the old and new."
Best Time to Go
June to March
Size
1667km² / 1035mi²
November to February
High Season
Wildlife
Bush Baby, Dolphin, Tropical Fish
Noteworthy
White Beaches
Altitude
0m / 0ft.
Zanzibar is easily accessible from Dar Es Salaam and most Safari Airstrips.
Turquoise Waters.
Zanzibar History
The history of Zanzibar stretches far back. The presence of microlihic tools demonstrates that humans have occupied Zanzibar for about 20 000 years. The famous Greek geographer, Claudius Ptolemy, mentioned Zanzibar in his work which dated to about 150 C.E. Zanzibar was also part of a major trade route from the Roman Empire to the Indo-Chinese ports.
Weather & Climate
Being situated 6° south of the Equator just off the Indian Ocean coast of East Africa means the islands of Zanzibar enjoy a warm equatorial climate with reasonably constant daytime temperatures of 26°C.The main rains fall anytime from mid-March through to the end of May each year. There is a second much shorter rainy season in November.
What the island offers is a unique combination of outstanding beaches, along its eastern edge, interesting activities, such as visiting a working spice farm, and the cultural delights of Stone Town, with Arabian fortresses and minarets.
The Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zanzibar is from June to October during the cool, drier months of spring. Another popular time to visit this tropical island is from December to February when it’s dry and the weather very tropical.
Zanzibar Scenery
Zanzibar is characterised by beautiful sandy beaches with fringing coral reefs, and the magic of historic Stone Town – said to be the only functioning ancient town in East Africa.The island also features beautiful forests and jungle. The stars of the show are the pristine white beaches however, the most beautiful of the entire continent.
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