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Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, Zanzibar
Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
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Ranked #1 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews

The Zanzibar Butterfly Centre (ZBC) aims to show visitors the islands fluttering friends close up as well as generating an income for local villagers and preserving the forest... more »

Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Spanish Dancer Divers, Nungwi
Spanish Dancer Divers
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Ranked #2 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: As being one of the oldest dive centers on Zanzibar (founded in 2001), Spanish Dancer Divers offers next to professional,... more » Owner description: As being one of the oldest dive centers on Zanzibar (founded in 2001), Spanish Dancer Divers offers next to professional, safe and fun diving activities, high customer service. As a PADI registered dive centre (registration number S22581) we work with an international team of dive instructors and are able to teach diving in English, Spanish, French, German, Hebrew and Swahili. All boat crew and captains are certified in open water diving and/or rescue diving for extra safety. We provide brand new diving equipment to our customers and are able to serve up to 25 customers at once due to our custom made speedboat. Our goal is to see a big smile on our customers when they come back from the diving. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Paje Beach, Paje
Paje Beach
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Ranked #3 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Stone Town, Zanzibar, Stone Town
Stone Town, Zanzibar
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Ranked #4 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 144 reviews
Attraction type  Civic Centres
Pemba Island, Pemba Island
Pemba Island
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Ranked #5 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  73.9 miles from city centre
Forodhani Park, Stone Town
Forodhani Park
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Ranked #6 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 82 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens
Prison Island - Changuu Private Island, Stone Town
Prison Island - Changuu Private Island
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Ranked #7 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 70 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
Jozani Forest
Jozani Forest
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Ranked #8 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Owner description: This thickly forested wetland is home to exotic rare birds, butterflies and the endangered red colobus monkey, distinctive... more » Owner description: This thickly forested wetland is home to exotic rare birds, butterflies and the endangered red colobus monkey, distinctive for its spiky tufted head of hair. « less
Attraction type  Forests
Distance  247.6 miles from city centre
East Africa Diving Centre, Nungwi
East Africa Diving Centre
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Ranked #9 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Uroa Bay, Uroa Village
Uroa Bay
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Ranked #10 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib), Stone Town
House of Wonders (Beit-el-Ajaib)
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Ranked #11 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3.5 of 5 stars 64 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Sandbank Picnic - Dhow Safaris, Zanzibar
Sandbank Picnic - Dhow Safaris
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Ranked #12 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: This full day excursion is suitable for anyone, from those who wish to completely relax to those who want adventure and... more » Owner description: This full day excursion is suitable for anyone, from those who wish to completely relax to those who want adventure and excitement. We board at the hotel and then set sail towards Prison Island, to see the remains of the prison built to condemn Zanzibari citizens to isolation and watch the giant tortoises shuffle through the trees, with the patience that old age brings. From there we will do some snorkeling with a guide and teacher to see the stunning array of coloured corals and tropical fish of the islands. Then hop back onboard and let us sail you away to a sand bank where brilliant birdlife exists. For the more active discover more underwater life around the sandbank and listen to stories from our crew about sailing the seven seas. We will slowly sail back to Stone Town after soaking up the sun and return back to the Serena Inn by 03:30pm, relaxed and fall more in love with Zanzibar than you thought imaginable! « less
Attraction type  Tours; Beaches
Old Slave Market/Anglican Cathedral, Stonetown
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Ranked #13 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Mrembo Spa, Stone Town
Ranked #14 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Prison Island
Prison Island
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Ranked #15 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Though giant Aldabra tortoises are the only permanent residents of this peaceful island, tourists visit daily for sunbathing... more » Owner description: Though giant Aldabra tortoises are the only permanent residents of this peaceful island, tourists visit daily for sunbathing and snorkeling. « less
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  247.6 miles from city centre
Shakti Temple, Stone Town
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Ranked #16 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Hamamni Persian Baths, Stone Town
Hamamni Persian Baths
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Ranked #17 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Cinnamon Spa, Zanzibar
Cinnamon Spa
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Ranked #18 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews

Like a mirage appearing in the Stone Town desert, an oasis in the middle of beach boys and street sellers, Cinnamon Spa materialises on Shangani Street.  Taking refuge from the... more »

Attraction type  Spas
The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe), Stone Town
The Old Fort (Ngome Kongwe)
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Ranked #19 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Malindi Mosque, Stone Town
Ranked #20 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Zanzibar Land Animal Park (ZALA), Zanzibar
Zanzibar Land Animal Park (ZALA)
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Ranked #21 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Zoos; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Palace Museum (Beit al-Sahel), Stone Town
Ranked #22 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Kiwengwa Caves, Kiwengwa
Ranked #23 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves
Scuba Libre Diving Centre, Matemwe
Ranked #24 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: Opened in 2005, Scuba Libre Diving Centre is a PADI dive centre. Located right on the Matemwe beach, we run a full service... more » Owner description: Opened in 2005, Scuba Libre Diving Centre is a PADI dive centre. Located right on the Matemwe beach, we run a full service diving centre offering daily dive and snorkel trips, all levels of scuba instruction and quality budget beachfront accommodation.Come and enjoy the many amazing sights the island has to offer such as snorkelling or diving in our magnificent underwater playgrounds of the Mnemba Atol which is in front of Matemwe beach. « less
Attraction type  Reefs; Educational Sites
Mbweni Ruins, Zanzibar
Ranked #25 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cathedral
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Ranked #26 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
This 1987 Romanesque cathedral’s stately spires can be seen from the sea as you approach Stone Town.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Airborne Kite Centre, Paje
Ranked #27 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Fairmont Zanzibar Diving, Unguja City
Fairmont Zanzibar Diving
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Ranked #28 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Other
Marahubi Palace, Stone Town
Marahubi Palace
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Ranked #29 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Kilele Square, Stone Town
Ranked #30 of 39 Attractions in Zanzibar Archipelago
2 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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