GEMS OF NORTHERN TANZANIA

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ZANZIBAR ISLAND – TANZANIA

Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island, is the main island in the Tanzanian archipelago of Zanzibar. The word Zanzibar was derived from Arabic/Persian words “Zang” and “bar” meaning black coast or land of the Blacks. Zanzibar is also referred to as a “Spice Island” being one of the largest producers of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and black pepper. There is also a bustling fishing community.

Persian, Indian, and Arab traders used Zanzibar as a base for voyages between the Middle East, India, and Africa. Omani Arabs ruled over the islands and controlled the trade along the Indian Ocean. Vasco Da Gama’s visit in 1498 marked the beginning of the European influence and Zanzibar became part of the Portuguese empire by 1504 and remained so for almost two centuries, when the Arabs helped drive out the Portuguese. The Sultanate of Oman took over the rule of Zanzibar and by 1840 the Sultan of Oman and Muscat moved their capital to Stone Town, Zanzibar.  By the 19th century trading in Ivory and the Slave Trade became lucrative markets in Zanzibar. The Islands then became a British Protectorate until 1964 when it merged with Tanzania.

Also immersed in centuries of foreign rule, this island is full of culture and history, especially visible in Stone Town, which has been declared a World Heritage Site.

Access is easy with several flights a day from Nairobi, Arusha and Dar es Salaam. Zanzibar has some of the most beautiful beaches and a huge range of luxurious hotels and resorts to select from. You can also stay in Stone Town if you would rather be closer to the restaurants, shops and historic area.

A few of the popular accommodations:

STONE TOWN: 

Zanzibar Serena Hotel https://www.serenahotels.com/serenazanzibar

Park Hyatt Zanzibar https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/tanzania/park-hyatt-zanzibar

BEACH HOTELS:

The Residence https://www.cenizaro.com/theresidence/zanzibar

Baraza Hotel https://www.baraza-zanzibar.com/

Sea Cliff Resort https://seacliffzanzibar.com/

The Palms https://www.palms-zanzibar.com/

Please contact Immersion Journeys for prices.