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The dry seasons — roughly June to October and December to February — bring the most sunshine and calm seas. The long rains usually fall from late March to May, when some hotels close and prices drop. November brings short, scattered showers.

Five to seven nights suits most first visits: a night or two in Stone Town and the rest on the coast. With ten nights or more you can split your beach time between two coasts or add Pemba or Mafia Island.

The north (Nungwi and Kendwa) is the easiest choice for most first-timers: the sea is swimmable at most tides and the sun sets over the water. The east coast suits travellers who want quieter beaches and kitesurfing, but the tide goes out a long way.

Yes. Short transfers, shallow lagoons and activities such as Prison Island's giant tortoises, Jozani Forest's red colobus monkeys and spice farm tours work well with children. We suggest hotels with pools and family rooms.

Very. Private villas, sunset dhow cruises, beach dinners and spa days sit alongside quiet corners of the north-east and the smaller islands. Many couples combine the beach with a Tanzania safari.

Yes — it's one of East Africa's most popular combinations. Short domestic flights link the northern safari circuit (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire) with Zanzibar, so the trip can end with several nights on the beach.

Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, so most visitors need a Tanzanian visa — many nationalities can apply for an e-visa online before travel. Zanzibar also requires mandatory inbound travel insurance. Rules change, so check the latest requirements for your passport.

Yes. Hotels, areas, activities, the number of nights and your budget can all be tailored. Tell us your preferences in the trip planner and a Zanzibar specialist will send a personalised proposal — free and with no obligation.

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