Zanzibar, which is an island just off the coast of Tanzania, is an island that has seen much excitement in the last 50 years. There is a lot to the island, though it is mostly known for the beaches. The island is home to a great number of beaches, some of which are among the most beautiful in the world.
These beaches are Tanzania’s biggest attraction, which means that the largest number of tourists go to the island for a number of reasons. One such reason is to do some work on their tan and to finish Dan Brown’s latest thriller while they’re sipping on some cocktail concocted by someone at any of the numerous beach hotels.
The island is home to a large Muslim population, which means that visitors to Tanzania should cover up as much as they can. Swimwear (bikinis, short shorts and other clothing that do not cover the entire body) is acceptable on the beach but outside of the beaches it is advisable to wear clothing that will not elicit stares of disapproval from the people who live there, and from the tourists who know better by now.
It is always a good idea to carry a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen with you. Do not neglect this: Zanzibar is hot year round and frying in the sun is not particularly pleasant. Many of the 25 beaches are so far away from normal, everyday life that they are quite quiet: it’s possible to not hear or see anyone else on the beach so it is a great place to ‘get away from it all’, including humans.
Some of the smaller islands around Zanzibar are the perfect excuse to opt for a travel package that allows trips that last at least a day or two. There is scope for plenty of romance: the beaches are idyllic – white sands dotted with palm trees as far as the eye can see.
The North and East coast of Zanzibar have some of the more popular beaches, which is why there are a variety of travel packages that offer trips to Zanzibar. These beaches are incredibly popular with not only the locals, but also with the tourists who visit the islands in the Indian Ocean.
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This article was written for Flightsite about what visitors to Zanzibar can expect.