AN IDEAL PLACE TO UNWIND
Set on one of the most beautiful coral beaches in the world, Zanzibar Queen Hotel is a true gem among Zanzibar resorts.
Ben says: "Not too big, not too small... this lovely hotel and its friendly professional staff are all you could ask for, for a happy week on the beach. Lovely modern rooms, plenty to do and cuisine that hits the spot. "
Location: The beachfront location on Matemwe (one of the best coral beaches around) is a massive draw for the Zanzibar Queen Hotel, as well as its close proximity to Mnemba which attracts amateur and professional divers.
Rooms: Spacious bedrooms with generous king-size beds and balcony views are the perfect place to cool down and relax. The sea view rooms are particularly special - you can't beat waking up to the sparkling Indian Ocean.
Activities: The waters of the Indian Ocean are a perfect place to test your diving skills, beach yoga offers pure relaxation and massages are available too. The pool is open all year round for a refreshing dip and there is an onsite gym. Other activities you must try are a visit to historic Stone Town, a Spice Tour (Zanzibar is often called The Island of Spices), a visit to Prison Island which is home to giant tortoises and a trip to Jozani Forest where you can see a red Columbus monkey.
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When to go to Zanzibar
Find out the best time to visit Zanzibar with our month by month guide.
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January
January is dry season in Zanzibar, it is the best time to swim with whale sharks and exploring the isles corals reefs and exotic fish, with water clarity of 25 meters.
February
February is dry season in Zanzibar, it is the best time to swim with whale sharks and exploring the isles corals reefs and exotic fish, with water clarity of 25 meters.
March
In March Zanzibar experiences a period of long rains - showers become more frequent and it can be very wet from the middle of March.
April
The long rains make April a mixed month to travel, as beaches along the Indian Coastline become very hot and wet. Activities like scuba diving take a turn, with water clarity decreasing due to the weather. We would recommend not travelling during this time.
May
Temperatures during May are high, with strong winds and continual rainfall. If you travel during this time you won't witness the best of Zanzibar.
June
June, the wet season is finally over, temperatures are cooler making it a beautiful time to lounge on the beach or explore the culturally rich Stone Town. Sporadic rainfall may occur across the month.
July
Dry season is in full swing, with consistent weather over this period with little wind and low rainfall. Diving is good during July with clarity levels increasing.
August
Dry season is in full swing, with consistent weather over this period with little wind and low rainfall. Diving is good during August with clarity levels increasing as long as the weather remains temperate.
September
Dry season is in full swing, with consistent weather, the added bonus of September is the possibility of whale watching.
October
October is the ideal month for exploring coral reefs and exotic marine life, with water clarity of 25 meters or more it is perfect for any water lovers. The weather remains temperate, with little wind and rainfall.
November
November brings the arrival of the summer rains and winds, but if you're a keen fisherman, billfish season kicks off. Otherwise, it is the best time to swim with the mighty whale shark and to go coral reef diving.
December
The wet season continues in Zanzibar during December. However, it is the best time to swim with whale sharks. Diving is not at its best but visibility is good for exploring the isles corals reefs and exotic fish.
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Alistair
Zanzibar Specialist