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Zanzibar Holidays - A Great Way To Unwind

Zanzibar holidays are a wonderful way to unwind and reconnect with nature. It is one of the most popular holiday destinations for tourists, across the globe, with the desire to be close to nature and enjoy the African wild life in its full glory. Zanzibar, also known as the spice island, is located on the coast of Tanzania, the erstwhile trading hub of East Africa. It was also one of the last places to abolish slave trade. Zanzibar, today boasts of Arabic houses, ancient ruins, and miles of white sandy beaches.

The ocean offers opportunities of snorkelling and diving, deep sea fishing, and a great variety of sea food. There are splendid spice plantations to visit that give the option of exploring cardamom, vanilla, and cloves, among others spices. The central market in Stone Town is yet another tourist attraction. Some of the wonderful beaches of Zanzibar are enumerated below:

Metemwe: This is a long white stretch of pristine beauty and a great destination for snorkelling and diving. Tourists also love the glimpse the daily lives of the local inhabitants, whose main livelihood is fishing.

Pongwe: This is yet another beautiful holiday destination. Located along a coast, lined with palm trees, and nestled in a tiny clove, this is a beautiful getaway for couples and honeymooners.

Nungwi: Located at the northernmost tip of Zanzibar, this large village is a wonderful combination of tradition and a modern way of life. The beach is located in the most idyllic settings, and boasts of a large number of bars and restaurants in the vicinity.

Kendwa: Located about 3 Km to the south west of Nungwi, Kendwa is a chosen destination for its quiet ambience and moonlit parties.

Whoever plans to visit Zanzibar must go for the Cheetah Safari and the Thorn Tree Safari. The only way of ensuring an exciting vacation is through guided safari tours, deep into the jungles, amidst wild animals. The Cheetahs are fascinating animals, though quite reclusive.

There are specialised tour operators who arrange for Cheetah Safaris, so that one can get a glimpse of this wonderful animal, up close. The vehicles used are sturdy and the tourists are completely safe in the hands of the trained guides who take all the care to ensure a great adventure. You may choose a balloon safari, or a boating safari, or a photographic safari, as per your taste.

The photographic Cheetah safari is suitable for people who do not wish to travel on foot. The photographic views capture the breathtaking wild life to relive later, for years altogether. Professional rangers are in charge of excursions during Zanzibar holidays, be it on foot or vehicles, and a close view of lions, cheetahs, and other exotic beasts, is the agenda.

The Zanzibar archipelago is situated about 35 km from the mainland of Tanzania and six degrees south of the Equator. The archipelago of Zanzibar comprises two main islands - Unguja and Pemba, along with many smaller islands. Zanzibar holidays allow a tourist to enjoy and indulge in their artistic as well as adventurous spirits. Cheetah safari is, by far, one of the most desired tourist attractions.