10 Best Things To Do In Zanzibar

Zanzibar, an island in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania, is probably one of the most popular beach destinations in Africa, and for great reasons.Zanzibar, an island in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania, is probably one of the most popular beach destinations in Africa, and for great reasons.

Due to its location being in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is surrounded by magnificent beaches with long strips of white sand, soft to the touch, as well as warm, clear blue water, perfect for tourism.

Despite its postcard-perfect beaches, Zanzibar also has a rich culture and history that not many know about. Due to its strategic location, the island has attracted all kinds of people from the Omanis to the Arabs and eventually the Europeans, bringing in vast amount trade opportunities and wealth to the island.

The island is so diverse, you can see it in everything from its unique Indian/Arabic cuisine like biryani and shawarma to the beautiful old colonial architecture that blends the European architectural style with Indian/Arab/African decors.

With such diverse cultures, Zanzibar also has its fair share of violence and dark history that every tourist should learn about. Zanzibar used to be the central slave trading post of the region back in the days and you can learn just how treacherous it must have been for people living on this paradise island back then.

As you can see, there is a lot to uncover in Zanzibar and if you are planning to visit the paradise island, you are going to need this travel guide. I spent 4 days in Zanzibar and I have decided to compile a complete list of the best things to do in Zanzibar as well as all the information you need to plan a great trip there.