Most families with kids are sceptical about flying to Zanzibar Island, but actually, it’s no longer than to Phuket. On the other hand, there are no direct flights, so get yourself ready for long staying in airports. It’s better to choose those flights that offer shorter layovers so your children don’t get tired too fast.
You should go shopping in Zanzibar or Stone Town. It is recommended to visit the Zanzibar shopping gallery. You will find antiques and handicrafts from all over Africa here. You can buy … 
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Zanzibar is the picturesque archipelago, the main treasure of which is unique nature and fabulously beautiful beaches. The archipelago includes the island of the same name, which has long … Open
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Kids should enjoy a trip to spices plantations. Not every day you get a possibility to watch the way clove or coffee grow with your own eyes or to even try real cacao beans, to see ginger leaves and peppers. It would be an exciting excursion for schoolers and pre-schoolers as well as adults. The most popular one is about Kizimbaniy plantations. Tourists could have some tea on an outdoor terrace with a breath-taking view of spices fields and palm trees at the end of the tour.
Zanzibar’s modern cuisine is spicy, with lots of spices, but not hot. Fruits, some kinds of vegetables, rice, and seafood are the base of the local diet, on the other hand, locals eat … Open
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As for schoolers, offer them going to Changuu Island. It would be rather informative as they will learn interesting facts about the history of slavery. In addition, there is a park of giant turtles there. We would highly recommend big families to visit the island altogether – adults with babies and teenagers. You can give turtles some grass to chew that you will get at the entrance. You definitely have to swim at the end of your trip, people can see a lot of small colourful fishes – especially kids should approve it.
Stone town is the centre of life here on Zanzibar, the majority of the local population lives right here. Nationals from all over the globe belong here: Saudis, Indians, Europeans, Chinese, … Open
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In case you’ll still have energy, go to the Forodhani Park on the coast. It’s rather entertaining there in the night, you can listen to music, try street food including different sweets and nuts, or just walk along the embankment.
Even though most people come here to Zanzibar because of the great beach holidays, there is also quite a decent number of cultural sights. So, you definitely should see Anglican Cathedral. … Open
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Moreover, everyone has to see a dolphin safari. In order to see a herd of dolphins, go to the open ocean. The safari also includes snorkelling. There is might be just one problem – you won’t be able to see mammals literally any time you like. However, if you plan your holidays on Zanzibar Island in July or August, you’re more likely to see humpback whales which swim near the coast during that period. If your kids are keen on amphibians and reptiles, the ZALA will be ideal as anyone can see diverse species of snakes and lizards and even listen to thrilling lectures about them.
Things to visit with your kids in Tanzania
Other entertainment options for children are centered around hotels on the islands of the Zanzibar archipelago. As a rule, the higher is the class of a hotel, the more attention owners pay to an entertainment not just of adults, but children too. Most large hotels have their own kid clubs, which represent a real fairy-tale residence for children of all ages. There, they are entertained by animators; various contests and competitions are arranged for younger guests. Hotels and many restaurants have special children's menus, as the local cuisine can be too exotic for young gourmets.
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