Zanzibar

In fact an archipelago of islands incorporating Unguja to the south and Pemba to the north, Zanzibar has been captivating travellers for centuries.  Its Arabian origins are reflected in the historic capital, Stone Town, a fascinating warren of narrow streets, overhanging balconies and huge, intricately carved wooden doors.  Zanzibar has superb white sand beaches and some of the best snorkelling and diving in Africa, Pemba being particularly good. The main island’s interior is a colourful mix of spice plantations and rainforests inhabited by bush babies and the endemic Zanzibar red colobus monkey.

Zanzibar Serena Inn

Located in Stone Town overlooking the ocean, the hotel offers comfortable accommodation while retaining much its original character. There are an excellent pool, restaurant and bar which all face west affording beautiful sunset views of white-sailed dhows returning to port.

Breezes Beach Club

Set on a beautiful white sand beach with coconut palms and lush tropical gardens, the luxury hotel has air-conditioned, colonial-style rooms beautifully decorated with local woods and textiles.  There are a large swimming pool, beach bar, restaurant and PADI dive centre offering diving and snorkelling on the fringing coral reef. The gardens attract many birds and butterflies, and bush babies come at night to feed on unattended fruit - beware your nocturnal bananas!

Fundu Lagoon

Among the most stylish resorts in Africa, Fundu has a beautiful beach and world class diving and snorkelling in Pemba’s only dedicated marine reserve.  Accommodation is in detached safari-style luxury cabins with large balconies, tented sleeping areas and en suite bathrooms.