All international passengers entering Zanzibar must complete an online Health Surveillance Form before departure.
International passengers entering mainland Tanzania from/through the Republic of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) must complete an online Health Surveillance Form.
Passengers travelling within Tanzania may be asked to complete an online Domestic Departure Health Surveillance Form before a domestic departure or on arrival at a domestic destination on a flight originating in Tanzania.
COVID-19 requirements
Tanzania has dropped entry requirements. Quarantines, vaccination mandates, and testing have all been scrapped.
Visas
Tourist or Business visa to enter Tanzania. Tanzania has introduced an ‘e-visas’ system through which applications can be submitted and approved online in advance of travel. It is no longer possible to get a visa from the Tanzanian High Commission in London.
Best time to visit Zanzibar
The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the archipelago’s dry season, from July to September, which is a very popular time to travel. However, it’s worthwhile travelling at most times of year, with balmy temperatures between 28°C and 34°C and sunshine the norm.
During the short rains in November and December, downpours are followed by blue skies. It’s only very wet during the peak of the long rains in April and May.
Flight Time 11¾ to 14 hours Zanzibar
Recommended Airlines Emirates, Oman Air, or Qatar
Time Zone UTC +3
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Accommodation on Zanzibar
This is where the majority of the hotels are and there are a myriad of beach hotels to choose from. There are some very busy beaches, backed by large resorts which we don’t use. We have driven all round the island and found quiet beaches with small boutique hotels and simple lodges. We’ll drive you across the island to these and you can relax in peace.
Stone Town
Many people staying on Zanzibar combine a longer stay on the beach with a night or two in Stone Town. This is busy and bustling and a very exotic place to explore, to eat out at some fabulous restaurants and pick up a few presents to take back home. There are converted Swahili houses to stay in and we can recommend not only these but the best restaurants and even shops to explore!
Islands of Zanzibar
There are daily flights between Zanzibar Island and Pemba Island, to the north. Flights take about forty minutes. Pemba is a quiet island with only a couple of hotels. It’s an ideal place for divers, snorkellers and people looking to escape to somewhere very quiet. For those that want exclusivity there are a number of small islands surrounding Zanzibar. Reached by boat some have small boutique hotels on whilst others are private islands. These come at a premium but offer the ultimate in accommodation, service and privacy.
Finally, for those who want to explore all the islands of the archipelago we have a private yacht for island-hopping in real style.
January
30℃
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February
30℃
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March
31℃
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April
29℃
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May
28℃
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June
28℃
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July
27℃
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August
27℃
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September
28℃
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October
28℃
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November
29℃
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December
30℃
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