Welcome to Zanzibar Archipelago
Step off the boat or plane onto the Zanzibar Archipelago and you’re transported through time and place. This is one of the world's great cultural crossroads, where Africa meets Arabia meets the Indian Ocean.
Highlights in Zanzibar Archipelago
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Day tours
Cultural & Theme Tours
Zanzibar Food and Spices Tour with Traditional Swahili Lunch
Starting at$41
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Dolphins and Jozani Forest Reserve Wildlife Tour from Zanzibar
Starting at$88
Book NowCruises, Sailing & Water Tours
Kwale Island Dhow Sailing Tour with Snorkeling, Seafood Lunch
Starting at$88
Book NowTransfers & Ground Transport
Zanzibar Arrival Transfer: Zanzibar Airport to Hotel
Starting at$18
Book NowMulti-day adventures
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Serengeti, Falls & Cape Town Overland: Sunsets & Safaris
Starting at$5,699
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Serengeti to Victoria Falls Overland: Night Stars & Spices
Starting at$3,499
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Johannesburg to Nairobi Overland: Waterfalls & Beaches
Starting at$4,299
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