Best Time to Visit

The most popular time to travel to Zanzibar is during the dry season, from July to September. The archipelago's tropical climate is characterised by stable temperatures throughout the year, but the amount of rainfall varies considerably. The most precipitation is recorded between March and May, and to a lesser extent around November and December. Similar weather patterns prevail in mainland Tanzania. The temperatures usually stay between 21°C (70°F) and 33°C (91°F). It can be somewhat warmer under the influence of the seasonal northeast monsoon winds that blow day and night during the Zanzibar summer (November to March). The southwest monsoon winds blow in the Zanzibar winter (June to mid October) and bring slightly cooler temperatures.

• Web:

  www.go2africa.com/destinations/zanzibar/when-to-go

Passport / Visa

Visitors from any country not listed below may enter Tanzania visa-free or get a visa on arrival (USD 50–100) for 90 days, provided they have a passport with at least six months of validity upon arrival. A pre-arranged visa is necessary for citizens of the following countries: Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Chad, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Iran, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Yemen. To find out what applies for your country, contact your embassy or visit the website below.

• Web:

  www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Tanzania

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) is located 7 km south of Zanzibar City, and serves several international airlines including Qatar, Oman Air and Ethiopian Airlines. However, most visitors fly into Dar es Salaam Airport (DAR), and take the ferry to Zanzibar, which takes ca. 1 hour 40 minutes (Kilimanjaro Fast Ferries, link below). Domestic flights between DAR and ZNZ are also available, and take 15 minutes.

• Web:

  www.zaa.go.tz

• E-mail:

  info@zaa.go.tz

• Phone:

  +255 24 223 1336

• More info:

  Previously known as Kisauni Airport and Zanzibar International Airport

Public Transport

Dala dalas — the minibus share taxis used for public transportation — are a cheap but not the fastest way to travel on the island, and you may not be allowed to board if you have bulky luggage with you. Darajani Bus Station is found on Creek Road.

• Web:

  www.thezanzibus.com/transport-options

• More info:

  The term "dala dala" originates from the English word "dollar". The busses are also known as "thumni"

Eddie Taxi Driver (Paje)

Eddie is a reliable taxi driver and tourist guide who works inn Paje area. He can pick you up from the airport and organised excursions in the whole island. Cars are comfortable, with AC and wifi.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/eddie_taxi_driver_zanzibar

• Phone:

  +255 773 864 807

Ibra Taxi Driver (Paje)

Ibra is one of the leading taxi and tourism chauffeurs in Zanzibar. He's always on time, speaks great English and doesn't overcharge.

• Phone:

  +255 659 670 131