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Tips, guides and stories from Zanzibar and Tanzania
Zanzibar Food Guide — What to Eat and Where
Zanzibar cuisine is one of the most extraordinary and underrated food cultures in Africa. From Forodhani night market to fresh seafood on the beach — here is what to eat and where to find it.
May 8, 2026 · 5 min read
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Is Zanzibar Safe for Tourists? An Honest Guide
Is Zanzibar safe? This is one of the most searched questions about the island. Here is our honest answer from people who live and work in Zanzibar every day.
May 8, 2026
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Zanzibar Travel Tips — 20 Things to Know Before You Go
First time visiting Zanzibar? Here are 20 essential travel tips from our local team — everything from visas and currency to cultural customs and getting around the island.
May 8, 2026
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How to Get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar — Ferry vs Flight
Travelling from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar? You can take the ferry or fly. Here is an honest comparison of both options — prices, times, comfort and what to expect.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Jozani Forest Zanzibar — Red Colobus Monkeys Complete Guide
Jozani Forest is home to the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey — found nowhere else on Earth. Here is everything you need to know about visiting this extraordinary forest.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dolphin Tour Kizimkazi — Swimming with Wild Dolphins in Zanzibar
Kizimkazi on Zanzibar's southern tip is home to resident wild dolphin pods. Here is everything about the dolphin tour — what to expect, best time to go and how to have the most ethical experience.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Safari & Wildlife
First Time Safari Guide — Everything You Need to Know
Going on your first African safari? Here is everything you need to know — what to expect, what to pack, how to choose the right safari and how to make the most of every moment.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
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Tanzania vs Kenya Safari — Which is Better?
Tanzania or Kenya for your African safari? Both are world-class destinations but they offer different experiences. Here is our honest comparison to help you choose.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Food & Culture
Zanzibar Culture and Customs — What Tourists Should Know
Understanding Zanzibar's culture and customs makes your visit richer and more respectful. Here is what every tourist should know about religion, dress, food culture and social customs in Zanzibar.
May 8, 2026 · 5 min read
Food & Culture
Zanzibar Spice Recipes — Cook Like a Local at Home
Brought Zanzibar spices home and not sure what to do with them? Here are 5 authentic Zanzibari recipes using the spices you bought — from pilau rice to spiced chai.
May 8, 2026 · 5 min read
Food & Culture
Best Restaurants in Paje Zanzibar — Local Recommendations
Where to eat in Paje Zanzibar? Here are our honest local recommendations — from fresh seafood beach grills to authentic Zanzibari kitchens that tourists rarely find on their own.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Essential Swahili Words for Zanzibar Tourists — Speak Like a Local
Learning even a few Swahili words transforms your Zanzibar experience. Local people light up when tourists make the effort. Here are the most useful Swahili words and phrases for your trip.
May 8, 2026 · 6 min read
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Stone Town Zanzibar — What to See and Do
Stone Town is the cultural heart of Zanzibar and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here is your complete guide to the best things to see, do and eat in this extraordinary historic city.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Zanzibar Tips
Zanzibar vs Maldives — Which Should You Choose?
Both are stunning Indian Ocean island destinations but they offer very different experiences. Here is an honest comparison of Zanzibar and the Maldives to help you decide which is right for you.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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What to Pack for a Zanzibar Holiday — Complete Packing List
Packing for Zanzibar? Here is our complete packing list from local experts — everything you need and what to leave at home for the perfect Zanzibar holiday.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Safari & Wildlife
Serengeti Great Migration — When and Where to Go
The Great Migration is the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth. Here is everything you need to know about when and where to see it — and how to plan the perfect safari.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
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Ngorongoro Crater — Africa's Natural Wonder Explained
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the most remarkable places on Earth — a collapsed volcano that became a natural Eden. Here is everything you need to know before visiting.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Food & Culture
Zanzibar Spices — The Complete Guide to the Spice Island
Zanzibar earned its name as the Spice Island for good reason. Discover the history, the spices and what a Zanzibar spice tour involves in this complete guide.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Zanzibar Tips
Paje Beach Zanzibar — The Kite Surfer's Paradise
Paje Beach on Zanzibar's east coast is one of the world's best kite surfing destinations. Here is everything about the beach, the conditions, learning to kite surf and what else to do in Paje.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Prison Island Zanzibar — The Giant Tortoises Guide
Everything you need to know about visiting Prison Island — Zanzibar's most unique day trip. Meet giant Aldabra tortoises, explore historic ruins and snorkel in crystal clear waters.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Safari & Wildlife
Safari Blue Zanzibar — The Complete Guide to Zanzibar's Best Day Tour
Everything you need to know about Safari Blue — what it is, what to expect, what is included and how to book this unforgettable full-day Zanzibar ocean adventure.
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Kilimanjaro Routes Compared — Marangu vs Machame vs Lemosho
Choosing the right Kilimanjaro route is the most important decision for your trek. Here is an honest comparison of Marangu, Machame and Lemosho to help you decide.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Safari & Wildlife
Best Time to Visit Zanzibar — Month by Month Guide
Planning a trip to Zanzibar? Here is everything you need to know about weather, seasons and the best months to visit for beaches, diving, tours and safaris.
May 8, 2026 · 4 min read