ZANZIBAR

Outline map of Africa with one country shaded in brown near the southeastern coast.

Zanzibar, the idyllic spice island off Tanzania’s coast, is the perfect luxury beach escape after an African safari. With its turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and vibrant culture, Zanzibar offers unparalleled relaxation and indulgence.

Luxury resorts and private villas along the coastline provide infinity pools, personal chefs, and tailored experiences like sunset dhow cruises, snorkeling trips to coral reefs, and spice plantation tours. Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, invites exploration of winding streets, historic architecture, and boutique shopping, adding cultural richness to your stay.

For discerning travelers, Zanzibar combines pristine nature with exclusivity. Private beaches, intimate resorts, and bespoke excursions ensure every moment feels unique. Whether it’s sipping champagne at sunset, diving into turquoise waters, or exploring local heritage, Zanzibar elevates a safari-and-beach itinerary to an unforgettable luxury journey.

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A tropical beach resort with a thatched-roof pavilion, white sand beach, and turquoise water, surrounded by lush green trees under a blue sky.
Beach resort with a fire pit, four chairs with cushions, and a thatched roof open-air lounge area illuminated at dusk.
A beachside open-air bar with a thatched roof and wooden support beams, featuring a circular stone bar, bar stools, lounge seating, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
Beachside restaurant with sand-covered floor, trees integrated into the structure, candlelit tables, and tropical decor including a floral chandelier.
An outdoor dinner setup on a sandy surface with a small round table covered with a white cloth, surrounded by two wooden chairs with white cushions. The table has glasses and a bottle of champagne in an ice bucket. Warm candle lanterns illuminate the
A chef showing a woman how to prepare sushi at a counter with various ingredients, bowls, and utensils, in a bright, outdoor setting.
A romantic dinner setup on the beach during sunset with a table, two chairs, lanterns, and a person walking with a tray.
Interior of an exotic, rustic bathroom with a thatched ceiling, bamboo walls, and a mix of wooden and white decor. Features a shower with a curtain, a marble sink with a carved wooden mirror, and a pinched towel on an ornate stool. Large windows with
A person walking on a sandy beach near turquoise ocean waves, with a thatched-roof beach hut, lounge chairs, and lush green trees under a clear blue sky.
A rustic bedroom with wooden walls and a four-poster bed with a white canopy, surrounded by tropical greenery visible through open wooden shutters.
A circular hut made of woven wood and bamboo, with a large sunshade made of bamboo sticks radiating outward on a sandy beach with trees in the background, and a person practicing yoga inside.
A woman receiving a sound therapy session with singing bowls in a serene, well-lit room with wooden accents, decorative elements, and sunlight creating striped shadows on the wall.
A woman receives a massage outdoors on a beach, with the ocean in the background, while a massage therapist provides the treatment. Bottles of massage oils are on a table nearby.
Group of women wearing white religious garments, smiling, and participating in a joyful outdoor activity.
Young deer with brown fur standing among fallen branches and foliage in a forest.
Group of baby sea turtles on sandy beach
A sailboat with white sails sailing on a body of water during sunset with a pink and orange sky, and a distant shoreline with trees.
Two scuba divers swimming underwater near a sandy ocean floor with a barrier made of ropes and small floats.
Two people kayaking in clear blue water near a white sandy beach and green trees under a blue sky with some clouds.
Woman paddleboarding in clear turquoise water near a sandy beach with trees and blue sky
A person snorkeling above a vibrant coral reef filled with colorful fish.