Zanzibar

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Tanzania

Zanzibar: Getting There, Getting around, and What To Do

Zanzibar is an archipelago around 25 miles off the east coast of Africa. Aside from its extraordinary beauty, it’s known for being a former hub of the spice trade, which earned it the nickname The Spice Islands. The main island in the archipelago is Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island. Here lies the capital, Zanzibar […]

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How To: Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar by Ferry

It’s easy to travel to Zanzibar from Dar es Salaam by Ferry. I recommend that you buy the ticket in person at least a day before your intended departure. Having that ticket in hand will save you time and hustle from having to go buy your ticket first, luggage on one side and fending off […]

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