About 36 kilometers off mainland Tanzania you will find Zanzibar, which is a part of the United Republic of Tanzania but has its own semi-autonomous government.

Zanzibar was once the center of the trading world attracting Sumerians, Assyrians, Phoenicians, Arabs, Chinese and Malays. The island also attracted explorers such as Burton, Speke, Krapf and Livingstone.

The island is well known for its stunning sandy beached, beautiful coral reefs, crystal clear azure waters, perfect island escapes and fantastic water sports.

Stone Town, with its maze of winding streets, colorful markets, and vivid markets makes for an exciting cultural visit.

Zanzibar is commonly known as the "Spice Island"; famous for spices such as cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cardamom, peper and others). Spice tours are a popular excursion.