Zanzibar travel guide
Zanzibar Tourism | Zanzibar Guide
You're Going to Love Zanzibar
With a population of 403.658, Zanzibar is the largest city in Zanzibar Urban West, Tanzania by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Zanzibar has to offer.
When to visit Zanzibar
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Zanzibar in January, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 24 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 320 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Zanzibar, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Zanzibar
Plane
When flying to Zanzibar, you’ll arrive at Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ), which is located 7 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Zanzibar
Where to stay in Zanzibar
From 5-star hotels such as the Park Hyatt Zanzibar to great affordable options like the Spice Palace Hotel, Zanzibar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 440 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Zanzibar
Most booked hotels in Zanzibar
Hiring a car in Zanzibar
Expect to pay S$ 1.72 per litre in Zanzibar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 20.53 and S$ 27.38. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Zanzibar, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.