Consult your GP at least a month before your journey for the latest recommendations, including preventative measures. Use repellent, especially in the evenings. Drink only bottled water. From October 2024, a tourist insurance from Zanzibar Insurance Corporation will be mandatory for all visitors.

Passport (valid for at least 6 months before departure); – Visa (once you've signed up for the excursion, you'll receive an email with instructions on obtaining the visa, which is done on-site upon arrival in Zanzibar).

The most intriguing creature you might encounter in the ocean is a sea urchin while swimming. :) The tourist areas of the island are peaceful and pleasant. Wear water shoes while swimming for extra comfort.

Most expenses in Zanzibar are included in the programme. You will need cash for souvenirs, gifts, and other purchases during the trip. Expenses for tips to local people are excluded.

Tropical climate. Hot and humid all year round (25-33°C). Two rainy seasons: “the big rains” (March-May, wettest) and “the short rains” (November-December, brief downpours). Dry season (June-October): best for beach and diving, 25-29°C. January-February: hot and dry. Ocean water remains 25-29°C year round.

When we arrive, we'll purchase local SIM cards, providing us with internet access as well as WiFi.

Authorization from the TCAA (Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority) and the Ministry of Defence is required. Submit your application at least 1 month before arrival. Drones over 250 g must be registered. Insurance is mandatory. In Stone Town: additional approval from the cultural heritage authorities. Zanzibar has stricter control than mainland Tanzania. Maximum height: 121 m.