The short rains start during November, however their exact start varies year on year. You are likely to experience a mixture of hot, dry days with the occasional tropical shower, however we find that short showers can actually be quite refreshing.
With the start of the rains the humidity can shoot up and while the coastal properties tend to receive a pleasant cooling breeze Stone Town and the island interior can feel quite hot and clammy. Prices drop in November and there are some real bargains to be found. This time of year can be great value for money, especially near the start of the month when the weather conditions are very comparable to late October.
The demand is generally lower, and the island starts to feel much quieter. Zanzibar in December. December falls in to the short rainy season, and the weather can be variable. Days are likely to be hot and humid, with the occasional patch of rain, although showers can be a blessing in disguise as they help to lower the temperature.
Early December is fairly quiet and prices are low, however this changes dramatically over Christmas and New Year. The festive season, from around 20th December to 5th January, is arguably the most popular time to visit Zanzibar. Prices are at their highest, and long minimum stays are imposed. Book six months to a year in advance, or even more, if possible. Useful information to help you prepare for your trip in Zanzibar. LGBT travel in Zanzibar. Our favourite excursions and activities in Zanzibar, great additions to your trip.
Discover the captivating story of the smart and rebellious Princess Sayyida Salme , the youngest daughter of Sultan Said. Join a knowledgeable local guide to follow in her footsteps through palaces and plantations, as well as the fascinating Zanzibar spice trade on a working plantation.
Half-day or combine with other tours. For nature lovers, Jozani Forest is a must. One of the last sanctuaries of the red colobus monkey, it features a diverse range of habitats, from mangrove forests to salt marshes. This genuinely authentic culinary workshop will take you to the heart of the spice farm region, teach you how to select and blend an array of spices, create souvenir blends, and guide you through cooking a traditional Swahili meal. Full day - approx. Discover the coast and islands of the Menai Bay from a traditional Zanzibari dhow.
Explore this beautiful marine conservation area with a local guide, snorkelling over coral reefs, swimming through mangrove lagoons and keeping an eye out for dolphins. Half-day - mornings. Tear yourself away from the soft white sands of Zanzibar to get under the skin of the history and culture of Jambiani village.
Join a knowledgeable local guide to discover the intricacies of day-to-day life in this traditional coastal village, with much of the profits being ploughed back into the community. Escape the hustle and bustle of Stone Town on a minute boat ride to Changuu Island, now commonly known as Prison Island. With big game, glamorous lodges and one of the greatest unspoilt wildernesses on Earth, Botswana is perhaps Africa's most exclusive safari destination.
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Mostly hot with the occasional shower. High humidity, which can be relieved by the refreshing breeze. Very busy over New Year, with high prices and long minimum stays often Quieter and better value later in the month.
Wind from the northeast, and so the southwest coast is more sheltered. Our view. Weather in January. Variable: mostly hot and humid with some cloud and rainy spells. Fewer tourists and comparatively low prices. Popular time for kite surfing, especially around the southeast coast. North easterly wind, better diving in the south west of the island. Weather in February. Hot and humid, leading to heavy rains later in the month. Low prices, and the island is comparatively quiet. Variable weather leads to poor conditions for diving.
The start of the rains can lead to beautiful sunsets. Weather in March. Heavy rain and tropical storms expected throughout the month.
Areas of flooding leading to poor travel conditions. Many hotels close for refurbishment at this time. Low prices and few other tourists. Diving inadvisable due to heavy rain and reduced visibility. Weather in April. Continuation of the long rains, with thunderstorms and lightning.
Flooding common, but conditions becoming drier as the month progresses Drop in temperatures, with cooler mornings and evenings.
Prices low, and many hotels remain closed. Weather in May. Variable weather: mostly hot and dry, with some rainy showers.
Wind from the southwest, and more sheltered in the north east. Diving conditions variable, dependent on the wind and rain. Lower prices and generally good weather can lead to great value. Egg yolks are white, not yellow. Across Zanzibar, and many parts of mainland Tanzania, breakfast options are egg white or egg white—even when the yolk is included. The sorghum chickens eat across Tanzania has less pigmentation than the yellow maize fed to chickens in other parts of the world.
BYO common sense. That said, there are times and places when neither is appropriate. Skimpy clothing and drunken slurring through Stone Town is best avoided. Take time for tea. Drinking culture is not just for rooftops and beach bars. The local tea scene is a good way to meet people that actually live on the islands, not simply passing through. Try the tangawizi ginger chai, and add vanilla if possible.
Grabbing a mug of hot and spicy tea on the side of the road is a good way to people watch. Most tea stands or carts start serving once the sun has gone down. There are no lions, elephants, or giraffes.
Tanzania is known for its breathtaking safaris, but this is not the Serengeti: the wildlife is all underwater. If you make it to the islands, try and hit up one of the many dive centers offering scuba diving training courses, and of course views of the Indian Ocean life and coral.
Some of the best snorkeling can be had on Chumbe Island, a protected marine park about a ten-minute drive and minute boat ride out of Stone Town. Not to mention an incredible lunch and some of the best snorkeling in East Africa. Come out at night. Stone Town is bustling with life in the evenings, with kids out playing, couples strolling, and everywhere people feasting. The central park-turned-night market, Forodhani Gardens, is packed with locals and tourists sampling the couple dozen fresh food stalls.
Skip the skewers of shellfish, which may have been sitting out all day, and opt for grilled Indian spiced chicken and Zanzibar pizza , chased with fresh sugar cane juice.
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