A few important notes before you depart to Zanzibar:
(Written for South African Passport Holders)
Passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your return
Visa
SA passport holders do need a visa but you can get the visa on arrival in Zanzibar. Hassle free. The cost is US$50 and you would need the exact change. They do not give change
Health
You do require a Yellow Fever Certificate although they have never requested ours when we visited. You can obtain the inoculation and certificate at your local Travel Clinic at a cost of +/- R350.
Malaria
Zanzibar is a HIGH Risk area and I strongly suggest that you take precautions although there are many views about taking Malaria tablets I still suggest that you do take them. Also take along loads of insect repellent and use it. Always sleep under the mosquito nets. 99% of Zanzibar hotels / resort do have them.
Tipping
Tipping can be a sticky subject when travelling abroad but the Zanzibari people are so friendly you would want to tip them. 10% is a good tip.
Tour Guides
When walking the street of Stone Town or on some beaches you might (No, I can almost guarantee that you will) be approached by a so called self appointed tour guide. The Zanzibar Tourism Commission issues licences in the form of an ID card to registered tour guides. If someone should make a nuisance of himself or ask you for a fee for his services, just ask to see his ID. He won't bother you further.
Be wary of these self appointed tour guides (Not that they will endanger your live) but they will take you to the shops they earn some commission. You might be paying to much for an item if you should have your so called tour guide lead you to shops.
Zanzibar and Stone Town is safe. Explore it
(Written for South African Passport Holders)
Passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your return
Visa
SA passport holders do need a visa but you can get the visa on arrival in Zanzibar. Hassle free. The cost is US$50 and you would need the exact change. They do not give change
Health
You do require a Yellow Fever Certificate although they have never requested ours when we visited. You can obtain the inoculation and certificate at your local Travel Clinic at a cost of +/- R350.
Malaria
Zanzibar is a HIGH Risk area and I strongly suggest that you take precautions although there are many views about taking Malaria tablets I still suggest that you do take them. Also take along loads of insect repellent and use it. Always sleep under the mosquito nets. 99% of Zanzibar hotels / resort do have them.
Tipping
Tipping can be a sticky subject when travelling abroad but the Zanzibari people are so friendly you would want to tip them. 10% is a good tip.
Tour Guides
When walking the street of Stone Town or on some beaches you might (No, I can almost guarantee that you will) be approached by a so called self appointed tour guide. The Zanzibar Tourism Commission issues licences in the form of an ID card to registered tour guides. If someone should make a nuisance of himself or ask you for a fee for his services, just ask to see his ID. He won't bother you further.
Be wary of these self appointed tour guides (Not that they will endanger your live) but they will take you to the shops they earn some commission. You might be paying to much for an item if you should have your so called tour guide lead you to shops.
Zanzibar and Stone Town is safe. Explore it
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