Question 1

How do I book?

Accepted Answer

Send a booking request or enquiry. We confirm availability and send an invoice or secure payment link. Day experiences can also be booked on GetYourGuide where shown.

Question 2

Which currency do you use?

Accepted Answer

All prices are in EUR.

Question 3

Do I pay a deposit?

Accepted Answer

[Deposit terms — to confirm]. See our Booking terms.

Question 4

Can I cancel?

Accepted Answer

Platform bookings follow the platform's policy. For direct bookings, see our Booking terms.

Question 5

Do I need a visa?

Accepted Answer

Most European visitors need a visa for Tanzania, which includes Zanzibar. Apply for the official e-Visa online before you fly; it is valid for Zanzibar and mainland Tanzania. Rules change, so check the official site.

Question 6

Is travel insurance mandatory?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every visitor must buy the government inbound travel insurance for their first point of entry. Arriving in Zanzibar first, buy it on the official Zanzibar portal. As of November 2026 it costs USD 44 per adult and USD 22 per child aged 3–17; under-3s are free. It doesn't replace your own travel insurance.

Question 7

When is the best time to visit?

Accepted Answer

June to October is dry and less hot. December to February is hot and mostly dry. Long rains are usually March to May, short rains in November. We run trips all year.

Question 8

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Light clothes. In Stone Town and villages, cover shoulders and knees; swimwear is for beaches and boats.

Question 9

Do I need vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor or a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before you go. Some travellers arriving from certain countries need a yellow fever certificate.

Question 10

Is hotel pickup included?

Accepted Answer

On most experiences — see each one for details.

Question 11

How do I reach you during the trip?

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On WhatsApp. Our local team is on the island throughout your trip.

Question 12

Which languages do guides speak?

Accepted Answer

English. Other languages on request.

Question 13

Is Zanzibar safe?

Accepted Answer

Take normal precautions. We brief you on arrival.

Question 14

Do you work with tour operators and agents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. See our Partners page.

Question 15

How fast do you quote?

Accepted Answer

[within X working hours]

Questions before you go

Booking and payment

Before you travel

During your trip

For travel partners

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