Tanzania is located at the Indian Ocean Coast. The landscape is very beautiful, the beaches brillant white and unspoilt. A paradise for recreation, swimming and water sports such as canoeing, fishing and scuba diving. You can find some of the best diving spots in the world around Zanzibar island.

The Jewel in East Africa's Crown
The ultimate Indian Ocean Destination is without doubt Zanzibar. Don't miss it out, man! It's a unique place with a colourful history of seafarers, explorers, merchants, pirates and dreamers. Stone Town, the cultural centre and old city of Zanzibar, was declared UNESCO World Heritage. Tradtional dhow sailboats are still in use on Zanzibar, so you can sail into the sunset and might spot some dolphins on the way.

Activities at the coast
The coast and the islands are ideal places to relax, soak up the sun and take a break from sightseeing. Apart from beaches and watersport, there are quite a few historical sites concerning the history of slavery and the cultural influence of Arabs and other nations on East Africa, such as Stone Town on Zanzibar, the Shirazi ruins on Pembe Island and the National Museum in Bagamoyo.

Check out what Tanzania's coast is like, this page links to all the best places.
If you plan on visiting Tanzania's coast, look at our
ZANZIBAR HOLIDAYS
CULTURAL TOURS