Zanzibar is best known as the 'spice island' was the centre for the slave trade in East Africa and base for David Living Stone's expeditions into the unexplored African interior. Smell full of the aroma of cloves and other spices, which still provide a livelihood for many people of Zanzibar . There are two main islands making up Zanzibar , Unguja and Pemba , but Unguja is popularly referred to as Zanzibar . Both Island are famous for its, mile-long untouched beaches with white sands. The island is accessible from the mainland by ferry or by scheduled flights. Pemba is most easily reached by ferry from Zanzibar , and Mafia is best reached by charter flight from Dar Es Salaam .
The islands are surrounded by unspoiled coral reefs, and are becoming famous for the spectacular scuba diving and snorkelling. The old " Stone Town " of Zanzibar has been made into a world heritage site. It is a fascinating place with narrow winding streets, old Zanzibari style wooden doors, small shops, busy bazaars and central markets. see hotels in Zanzibar |
of the few sports in Tanzania where you can enjoy the beach and the bush at the same time. It's also easy accessed from Dar es Salaam as an overnight excursions. Plenty of hippo's, crocodiles and birds in the Wami river with border the park in the South. A long beach streches due east you'll see some beautiful sunrises
