Book Cheap Flights to Zanzibar, Tanzania
Book your flights to Zanzibar between the months of July and October, and December and March. The peak tourist months are January and February when hotel rates soar high, and airline charge heavy prices. Those looking for cheap flights to Zanzibar, and deals on hotels are recommended to make advance bookings.
Zanzibar is served by Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. The airport is owned by Government of Zanzibar and operated by Zanzibar Airports Authority. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is served by Coastal Aviation, Condor, Kenya Airways, flydubai, and provides Zanzibar flights to destinations including Muscat, Rome , Dubai, Addis Adaba, and Nairobi.
Places of Interest in Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the semi-autonomous part of Tanzania in East Africa. The island of Zanzibar, also called Unguja, is a major holiday destination known for its beautiful beaches featuring soft white sand and clear shallow water. On your tour to Zanzibar, do spend a day checking out attractions in Stone Town, laze around the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, and also find out what makes House of Wonders so popular.
Stone Town
Stone Town is a city of prominent historical and artistic importance, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. The town is a fine example of the Swahili Coastal trading town of East Africa with buildings mostly dating back to the 19th century reflecting the diverse influences of Swahili cultures, and a mixture of Arab, Persian, Indian and European elements.
Beaches
Zanzibar features extraordinary number of fabulous beaches featuring velvety sand and crystal clear waters. Relax, unwind ad laze around at one of the pristine beaches, doing absolutely nothing. The best beaches in Zanzibar are nestled on the north and east coast.
House of Wonders
Do make a trip to Beit el-Ajaib (which translates into the House of Wonders). It was the former ceremonial palace of Sultan Barghash and was built in 1883 on the site of Queen Fatuma's residence. House of Wonders is the first building in Zanzibar to have electricity and first building in East Africa to have an elevator. The House of Wonders currently houses the Museum of History and Culture of Zanzibar and the Swahili Coast.