Journal
Zanzibar, explained.
Notes, guides and small details from the island — the things we tell our own friends before they visit.
Guides
Is Zanzibar Safe to Visit? What Happened and Where Things Stand
What happened in Tanzania in 2025, how it affected Zanzibar specifically, and where official travel guidance stands right now — the honest picture, not the recycled blog-post version.
28 August 2026
Guides
Zanzibar Vaccinations & Health: What You Actually Need to Know
Yellow fever, malaria, and what's actually required versus recommended before you travel to Zanzibar — the clear answer, not the Facebook group version.
18 August 2026
Guides
Jozani Forest: Zanzibar's Only National Park
Zanzibar's only national park, home to the red colobus monkey found nowhere else on earth — the entrance fee, best time to visit, and what to actually expect.
10 August 2026
Guides
Things to Do in Stone Town, Zanzibar: A Full Guide
Stone Town deserves its own trip, not just a stopover on the way to the beach — the Old Fort, House of Wonders, the old Slave Market, Darajani and Forodhani, and what's actually worth your time.
9 August 2026
Guides
Where to Stay in Zanzibar: Nungwi, Paje, Stone Town and Beyond
Deciding where to stay in Zanzibar? A plain guide to what each coast actually offers — Stone Town, Nungwi, the east coast and the quiet south.
30 July 2026
Guides
Understanding Zanzibar's Tides: What Every Visitor Should Know
Planning a Zanzibar trip? Learn how Zanzibar tides work, why the shoreline changes so much, and how to time your beach days, boat trips and reef walks.
23 July 2026
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Zanzibar Visa & Entry Requirements: The Complete 2027 Guide
Everything you need to know about Zanzibar visas: costs, how early to apply, mandatory insurance, and what to expect at the airport.
16 July 2026