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Three Days on Zanzibar Essentials
Though Stone Town boasts several striking architectural landmarks GETTING THERE
to head for, it is also conducive to whimsical exploration, routinely Zanzibar International Airport has flights from
throwing up fantastic sights, sounds, and smells – and it’s not so Ethiopia and Kenya; there’s a larger airport at
Dar es Salaam, a short trip away by plane or
large that you could truly get lost.
ferry. The town is easily explored on foot.
DAY ONE Dedicate the day to Stone Town. Start at the Palace
WHERE TO STAY
Museum, then follow the waterfront south to the House of Wonders,
Hotel Kiponda (inexpensive) is a long-serving
Forodhani Gardens, and the Old Arab Fort, a great spot for lunch. In
budget favorite that’s centrally located with
the afternoon, browse the shops on Kenyatta, Gizenga, and
some period character. www.kiponda.com
Hurumzi Streets, or venture north into the tangle of alleys at the heart 236 Hurumzi (moderate–expensive) has an
of Stone Town. Have a drink at the historic Africa House Hotel. unbeatable atmosphere; it’s a three-story,
DAY TWO An organized Spice Tour will combine a visit to a local 19th-century mansion lavishly furnished in
period style. www.236hurumzi.com
shamba (subsistence farm) with stops at several ruined 19th-century
Zanzibar Serena Inn (expensive) is a more
palaces and baths north of town.
conventional and overtly luxurious hotel on
DAY THREE Drive south to Kizimkani for a dhow trip and swimming the waterfront. www.serenahotels.com
with dolphins. Return via Jozani Forest to seek out the Zanzibar red
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colobus, a spectacularly coiffed monkey unique to this island. www.zanzibartourism.net
Right Mnazi wa kamba (shrimp curry), bathed in the golden-brown sauce made from masala and coconut milk
Below The legendary food stands of Forodhani Gardens fire up their grills at sunset