Attractions in Zanzibar
3 best attraction to visit in Zanzibar
Island, Zoo, Sandy beach, For kids
Prison Island, known as Changuu in Swahili, is a small island near Stone Town. Its main attraction is the colony of Aldabra giant tortoises, but you’ll also see historic buildings and a small beach. In my view, Prison Island is a pleasant half-day trip, not a place I’d travel all the way across Zanzibar for. It makes the most sense if you’re staying in Stone Town or as part of a full-day boat trip to Nakupenda Sandbank. [btn "Compare trips to…
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Tourist town
Stone Town is the historic centre of the island's largest city, Zanzibar Town, and is one of the most visited tourist attractions. Take in the atmosphere of the narrow streets surrounded by houses built of coral reef stone and discover the many historical monuments, cathedrals and mosques. I was most impressed by the great markets and street-food! We've written a detailed guide about Stone Town: Top places to see How to get around the…
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Resort, Sandy beach, Zoo
Nungwi is the northernmost and, in my opinion, one of the best resorts in the whole of Zanzibar. The town offers the best shopping, excellent resorts and budget-friendly small hotels. Here, you can experience authentic local life in the poorer (but safe) neighbourhoods, visit several animal farms and enjoy a huge range of excursions and water sports. [btn "Compare prices for holidays in Zanzibar" http://cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/tanzanie…
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