Zanzibar Extension

Zanzibar’s turquoise waters and white sand beaches have long held allure for travelers, and there may be no better complement to your safari  than a relaxing retreat in this exotic archipelago 20 miles off the coast of Tanzania. In clear Indian Ocean waters where dolphins frolic, vibrant coral reefs are home to more than 400 species of fish, sea turtles, giant tortoises and reef sharks. Explore coastal mangroves and lush forests, home to endangered red colobus monkeys, tropical birds and unique flora. Once a central hub in the global spice trade, Zanzibar attracted merchants from around the world for centuries. Find Arab, Indian, Persian, European and Swahili influences on a tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and on a guided visit to a historic spice plantation. While Zanzibar's idyllic shores offer tranquility, they also hold a complex past as a center of spice industry slave trade, and Stone Town's former slave market memorial offers a site for somber reflection. To experience Zanzibar's natural beauty, cultural diversity and eclectic cuisine is a captivating finale to any African adventure.