Beyond the Safari: What to Do in Zanzibar and What to Expect

After the thrill of game drives and the awe of elephants at sunrise, there’s no better way to unwind than with your toes in the sand and the warm breeze of the Indian Ocean on your face. Welcome to Zanzibar — where your safari slows down, and the beach begins.

🏖️ Why Zanzibar?

Zanzibar isn’t just a beach. It’s an archipelago full of soul. Located off the coast of Tanzania, it offers a perfect blend of white-sand beaches, rich culture, Swahili history, and warm, turquoise waters. Whether you want to do everything or nothing at all, Zanzibar welcomes you.

🌄 What to Expect

• Warm weather all year (27–33°C / 81–91°F)

• Warm ocean water (25–29°C / 77–84°F)

• Relaxed island pace

• Incredible sunsets

• A mix of resort and local life, depending where you stay

• Modest dress expected in towns/villages (cover shoulders and knees)

• A tropical rhythm that invites you to breathe deeper and move slower

🎣 Top Things to Do in Zanzibar

☕ 1. Stone Town Tour

Wander the UNESCO-listed maze of narrow streets, carved doors, spice stalls, rooftop cafes, and rich Swahili-Arab culture. Visit Freddie Mercury’s house, the old slave market, and catch the scent of cloves in the air.

🌿 2. Spice Tour

Zanzibar is known as the Spice Island. Visit a local spice farm and smell, touch, and taste fresh cloves, cardamom, turmeric, and vanilla. It’s a sensory adventure.

🌺 3. Beach Days & Snorkeling

From Nungwi to Paje, the beaches are postcard-perfect. Swim, sunbathe, or take a traditional dhow boat to a snorkeling reef. Expect colorful fish, coral gardens, and pure relaxation.

🔍 4. Visit Jozani Forest

Home to the rare red colobus monkey, this peaceful forest is a great half-day trip for nature lovers and photographers.

🌊 5. Dhow Sunset Cruise

Sail along the coast on a traditional dhow with snacks, drinks, and music as the sun dips below the horizon. Pure magic.

✨ 6. Local Market & Village Visits

Support local artisans, buy handmade textiles, and learn about daily life from warm, welcoming locals.

☕ What You Might Not Expect (but Should Know)

• Electricity can be spotty in some areas — bring a power bank.

• Wi-Fi isn’t always fast — but that’s part of the charm.

• Tides can change dramatically — at low tide, the beach can stretch for hundreds of meters.

• Respect local customs in villages and dress modestly when not at the beach.

• People are friendly, curious, and eager to share their culture if you show interest.

  
  
  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  
  
  

🌟 Is Zanzibar Right for You?

If you’re looking to relax, explore culture, or just stretch out your safari with a dose of vitamin sea, Zanzibar is for you. It’s romantic, vibrant, and wonderfully slow. You can do everything, or nothing at all. And both are perfect.

✉️ Ready to Add Zanzibar to Your Safari?

We offer set-date tours that include beach time in Zanzibar or can add a tailor-made extension just for you. Let us know your vibe, and we’ll match you with the right stay — from barefoot luxury to boutique charm.

Safari to Beach – Real Safaris. Coastal Retreats. Lifelong Memories.