Even though it rapidly grows in popularity among travellers,

Zanzibar

remains a rustic paradise - a tour there is like going back in time. Large parts of the Zanzibar islands (bearing exotic names like Mafia Island and Mnemba) are still untainted, offering you the chance to experience an authentic Indian Ocean island holiday.

Zanzibar's name alone is evocative of spice flavour, colourful fabrics and exotic beaches fringed by amazingcoral reefs. Located off the west coast of Tanzania, this African piece paradise has a rich history, tropical climate and a variety of Zanzibar accommodation to make Zanzibar, Tanzania holidays unforgettable arenapwnage.

Stone Town's many cobbled streets are perfect for strolling along and offer a number of cultural and historical discoveries. In addition to the chilled island atmosphere and Stone Town's bustle, other amazing attractions lie beneath the water.

The scuba diving in Zanzibar is considered to be some of the best in the world and scuba diving sites around the islands offer an underwater safari to rival even your most memorable overland adventures. Diving is excellent all year round, although December - March offers the best scuba diving. Find out the best time to explore Zanzibar before planning your Zanzibar island holiday. Experience Zanzibar and a safari with one of our LionSafari Zanzibar tours. Combine Africa's greatest safari destinations with a Zanzibar beach holiday and you will not regret.

Zanzibar Travel: Top Rated Experiences

Stone Town
This World Heritage Site deserves your attention for at least a night or two as you travel around Zanzibar. Narrow streets framed by ancient buildings will swallow you up on a walk through the town. Half the fun is getting lost in Stone Town, as each corner offers you something African, from encounters with interesting locals to beautiful buildings and roadside fabric stalls. A visit to Stone Town is an essential part of Zanzibar travel or safari arenapwnage.

Explore the Marine World
A Zanzibar island holiday offers visitors some of the best diving in the Indian Ocean and the pristine turquoise marine life is well worth the plunge for divers of any level. The Zanzibar islands of Pemba and Mafia are world renowned diving destinations and the scuba-diving around Mnemba Private Island is most incredible, with sheer coral cliffs and the chance of swimming with whale sharks.

If you're new to diving, you can complete diving courses at one of the numerous diving schools on Zanzibar Island. If you're not up for the technicalities of diving, then use a snorkel and a pair of flippers to explore the marine world.

Kick Back after a Safari After early morning game drives and keeping your eyes peeled all day for wild animals, it's great to kick back and relax on a tropical beach for a few days. Conveniently located off the coast of one of Africa's best safari destinations, Zanzibar and a Kenya safari complement each other perfectly.

Take a Dhow Cruise
The ocean around is the main attraction on a Zanzibar island holiday. Glide across the Indian Ocean in a traditional african wooden sailing boat. Take a dhow cruise to explore nearby islands and jump overboard to for a refreshing swim at various beautiful spots.

Indulge Your Senses
Spices and herbs share a special relationship with life on Zanzibar. Traditional meals, medicine and ceremonial outfits are all infused with island spice. A walking tour of the island's spice plantations is a wonderfully sensory experience and a must-do for all first-timers to Zanzibar travel.