Zanzibar is a spectacular, breath-taking paradise holiday. Known for its white sandy beaches, Zanzibar is the ultimate place to relax.
Zanzibar, in Tanzania, is the largest island of the Zanzibar Archipelago, which comprises of numerous islands. Here are some fun things to do in Zanzibar.
Acrobats and capoeira
At sunset, you can go to the Stone Town public beach and enjoy watching acrobatics and capoeira performed by the locals. Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. It’s fun to watch from any of the nearby restaurants or on the beach.
‘…fun to watch dance, acrobatics and music…’
Jozani Forest
Visit Jozani Forest, the last sanctuary in the world to see the Zanzibar red colobus monkey. The forest is one of the lushest places in Zanzibar. On the nature trails through the beautiful forests, it’s easy to find the red monkeys because they are not shy.
‘…red monkeys are not shy…’
Mwani Zanzibar
Visit Mwani Zanzibar, previously known as the Seaweed Center, Mwani Zanzibar is a women’s initiative that employs local women to make products from the abundance of seaweed around the island. You can see the daily tasks of the seaweed farmers and it’s a pleasure to relax with a glass of seaweed fruit juice.
‘…relax with a glass of seaweed fruit juice…’
Paje Beach
Paje beach has hip cafes, burger joints, kite surfing, and bars, making it one of the great places to visit. A popular thing to do in Paje is kitesurfing but relaxing in the turquoise waters is the perfect thing to do and it’s easy to understand why when you feel the wind and see the gorgeous water.
‘…feel the wind and see the gorgeous water…’
Prison Island
Prison Island is a great places of interest in Zanzibar. Built in the late 1800s, the prison served as an island for slaves and prisoners, but it’s now a pleasure to visit the nearby tortoise sanctuary, home to some of the giant Aldabross tortoises.
‘…giant tortoises…’
Spice Tour
Zanzibar, often referred to as ‘Spice Island’ for its clove, nutmeg, vanilla, and cinnamon production has spice tours to a large farm where you can see, touch, and taste the many flavours of Zanzibar.
‘…see, touch and taste…’
Stone Town
A visit to Stone Town is recommended. The ‘Palace of Wonders’ is the tallest building in Stone Town and a main point of interest. It’s next to the Old Fort and is a sight to see the spot of the first elevator in all of East Africa. You can learn about the history of Stone Town and view old exhibits. There are many unique places to see in Stone Town, including beautiful boutique shops and plenty of fabulous restaurants.
‘…beautiful boutique shops and fabulous restaurants…’