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East Coast Zanzibar
East Coast Zanzibar
East Coast Zanzibar
East Coast Zanzibar

East Coast Zanzibar

Reviews of holidays to East Coast Zanzibar

203 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include East Coast Zanzibar.

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Ms F
HollandPark

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I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 20 Nov 2010 and 30 Nov 2010
"My only problem was the heat. But that is no one's fault but ours for going when it was so hot." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 4 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms H & Mr F
London

"Enjoyed every minute!"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 15 Nov 2010 and 28 Nov 2010
"The mixture of safari and beach was wonderful.

We weren't sure where to travel to in Africa for our holiday as there are so many options but we were very pleased with the advice we received from Expert Africa as to the destination which would most suit our needs. They worked wll to fit the holiday around our budget. Every connection/transfer ran smoothly and the choices of accommodation far exceeded our expectations.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

None - we were delighted with the service and our trip." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
The P family
Herts

"A magical experience"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 21 Oct 2010 and 31 Oct 2010
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Cheshire

"2 weeks in Tanzania"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 26 Sep 2010 and 10 Oct 2010
"In general the trip was brilliant. All went to plan so well done Expert Africa.

We do this sort of thing every 2 to 3 years so we will be in touch next time.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

I could not fault anything. The wrong place in Stone Town was my fault for turning down the Serena Inn." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms B & Mr R
Bucks

"Fantastic first Safari and trip to Africa!!"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 23 Sep 2010 and 8 Oct 2010
"We had a fantastic time! A few niggles but these didnt really affect our overall enjoyment,.

I would reccomend people to use Expert Africa and to visit all the camps we went to!! Thank you for your advice." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
W Yorks

"Happy Travellers"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 23 Sep 2010 and 10 Oct 2010
"We were very pleased with the service we received from Liz, she was very knowledgeable, answered many questions, gave sound advice and we were delighted she recommended Beho Beho which was the highlight of the trip.

The trip was extremely well organised, any future trips to Africa will certainly be booked through yourselves.

Thank you Liz for arranging such a memorable holiday." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Brockley

"Honeymoon"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 7 Sep 2010 and 22 Sep 2010
"Loved our trip, was a fantastic start to married life.

Selous Impala Camp and Matemwe Beach Village were both outstanding and really made our trip special." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Wilts

"Safari an amazing time"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 4 Sep 2010 and 15 Sep 2010
"We had a wonderful trip. Expert Africa were extremely good and everything was organised to a high standard. We experienced no problems at all.

Our Safari in the Selous game reserve was truely amazing with so many great memories. I can not recommend it enough.
Zanzibar was interesting and an eye opener to how a lot of people live.

Thank you Expert Africa.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

I also had contact with Liz Wollen [Ed: one of the Expert Africa team] who was also very helpful. Nothing was too much trouble even when I changed my requirements in my initial enquiry. Everything was organised and detailed perfectly.

Thank you Expert Africa. I would have no doubts in recommending anyone to you." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms F & Mr F
UK

"Honeymoon to the Selous reserve and Zanzibar"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 13 Jul 2010 and 25 Jul 2010
"Expert Africa organised everything very well, our taxis and middle men were very efficient and reliable.
Great advice for what we liked doing and we enjoyed our whole stay in Africa.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

No, we picked you because you had extensive good and bad reviews available on your website (so an honest and exhaustive approach), and later on your staff were very good and helpful on many levels." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Miss & Mr B
Herts

"A memorable adventure"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 1 Jun 2010 and 13 Jun 2010
"As a whole we had a fantastic trip full of memorable experiences.

The people were friendly and welcoming and the accommodation was generally good. The shooting Star lodge was a little disappointing but did not ruin the overall experience.

The service we received from expert Africa has been ecellent, and I would recommend them." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Good
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203 reviews of East Coast Zanzibar by travellers since August 2007
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Where to stay in East Coast Zanzibar

Our suggestions for beach lodges in East Coast Zanzibar


Pongwe Beach Hotel

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Pongwe Beach Hotel is comfortable, good-value, family-friendly beach lodge, with a lovely pool, secluded beach and good food.


95% (95 reviews)
Matemwe Lodge

Matemwe Lodge

Matemwe Lodge is one of our favourite beach lodges. With only 12 cottages right on the edge of the old coral cliff, it is personal and relaxing.


89% (45 reviews)
Shooting Star Lodge

Shooting Star Lodge

Shooting Star Lodge has a friendly atmosphere and a beautiful infinity pool, sitting above a stunning stretch of beach on Zanzibar's east coast.


88% (30 reviews)
Mnemba Island Lodge

Mnemba Island Lodge

Mnemba is a private island resort with 11 chalets, fringed by some of the best coral reefs in the Zanzibar area.


96% (11 reviews)
Matemwe Retreat

Matemwe Retreat

Matemwe Retreat is one of the most exclusive lodges on Zanzibar, with four split-level villas each with their own veranda, sun terrace, plunge pool.


90% (10 reviews)
Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine Lodge

Sunshine Marine (sister of Sunshine Hotel) is located in a secluded part of the east coast, with a first-rate, in-house dive centre.


90% (6 reviews)
Zoi Boutique Hotel

Zoi Hotel

Located right on the beach, with bright rooms and a colourful garden, the Zoi Boutique Hotel has a lively, relaxed atmosphere.


84% (5 reviews)
Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel

Zanzibar Pearl

Formally known as Matemwe Beach Village, Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel is one of the newest properties on the island


90% (2 reviews)
Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar

Melia Zanzibar is a very large resort hotel on Zanzibar’s east coast and is well equipped for business and leisure trips.


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Tulia Zanzibar

Tulia Zanzibar

Tulia Zanzibar Beach Resort is a 16-room boutique beach hotel that opened in 2016 on Zanzibar's east coast.


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