Zanzibar

Zanzibar is an exotic archipelago off the coast of mainland Tanzania, steeped in centuries of African, Arab, Persian, and European influence. Known as the Spice Island, it features aromatic plantations producing cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla. In historic Stone Town, travelers navigate a maze of narrow alleyways, carved doors, and bustling bazaars. The island’s north and east coasts—including Nungwi, Kendwa, and Paje—boast world-famous turquoise shallows, pristine white sandbars, and vibrant coral reefs ideal for snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll.