Reviews of holidays to East Coast Zanzibar
204 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include East Coast Zanzibar.
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
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
Mr & Mrs SA
Norfolk
"Zanzibar another holiday we will not forget"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 6 Mar 2010 and 21 Mar 2010
"Well organised and just what we wanted.
Actually it was 2 weeks of 5 star treatment in 5 Star locations.
While we were rather concerned that the BA return flight would be cancelled we had to phone your office and tell them we were at risk. In the end all was well.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Second holiday with Expert Africa and again you came up trumps........though I suspect that my wife had a lot of input as well!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zanzibar holiday
Actually it was 2 weeks of 5 star treatment in 5 Star locations.
While we were rather concerned that the BA return flight would be cancelled we had to phone your office and tell them we were at risk. In the end all was well.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Second holiday with Expert Africa and again you came up trumps........though I suspect that my wife had a lot of input as well!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Devon
"Most Enjoyable Holiday"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 1 Mar 2010 and 12 Mar 2010
"The whole trip went like clockwork. No hold ups at all.
We were met when we arrived at Zanzibar airport by Soloman our driver from Eco&Culture Tours.
A very good driver, he collected and delivered us on time. no problems" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
We were met when we arrived at Zanzibar airport by Soloman our driver from Eco&Culture Tours.
A very good driver, he collected and delivered us on time. no problems" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
E Sussex
"My 2010 Tanzanian Holiday"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 11 Feb 2010 and 28 Feb 2010
"The trip to Tanzania went smoothly without a hitch and fully met with our expectations, thanks to the organisation from Expert Africa (They live up to their name).
I have compiled a travelogue which details the trip in full and this can be found on my website.
www.photosnapshot.co.uk.
Take a look, you may find some useful information, especially if you are planning a trip to this vicinity.
Would I travel with this company again - of course !
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of - Thanks again Expert Africa" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
I have compiled a travelogue which details the trip in full and this can be found on my website.
www.photosnapshot.co.uk.
Take a look, you may find some useful information, especially if you are planning a trip to this vicinity.
Would I travel with this company again - of course !
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of - Thanks again Expert Africa" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs E
Sydenham
"Holiday To Tanzania and Zanzibar"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 11 Jan 2010 and 24 Jan 2010
"Our trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar was our first to the african continent and I can truly say that we have come back with some incredible memories- of friendly people, endearing culture, breathtaking scenery and amazing wildlife.
Our experience surpassed all expectations and the variety of locations and accommodation made this the trip of a lifetime. Thank you to all at Expert Africa, especially Claire, for helping to make the holiday so special. (and so easy!)
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
The service was so efficient that we really can't think of anything that might improve it." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Our experience surpassed all expectations and the variety of locations and accommodation made this the trip of a lifetime. Thank you to all at Expert Africa, especially Claire, for helping to make the holiday so special. (and so easy!)
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The service was so efficient that we really can't think of anything that might improve it." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr I & Mrs W
Dorset
"Fantastic Tanzania"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 12 Dec 2009 and 25 Dec 2009
"This was the holiday of a lifetime, everything ran smoothly and the organisation of the whole trip was very good.
We are quite widely travelled and rarely return to the same place but we would certainly return to Tanzania and Zanzibar with Expert Africa.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Everything went so smoothly I really can't add anything at all." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
We are quite widely travelled and rarely return to the same place but we would certainly return to Tanzania and Zanzibar with Expert Africa.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Everything went so smoothly I really can't add anything at all." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
E Susx
"Expert Africa Trip Planning"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 31 Oct 2009 and 15 Nov 2009
"When on the ground everything went extremely smoothly and the itinerary was so well planned that we didn't have any gaps of time waiting for transfers. We also felt confident that everything had been taken care of because the Expert Africa team seemed to know exactly what they are doing.
We felt that Ellie had gone out of her way to make sure that the holiday was as good as it could be. When we were planning the itinerary she could provide good insights into the each of the places we were thinking of going to and appeared to know them well.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
If you had been able to handle purchase of the British Airways tickets using part air-miles then we would have preferred to book these through Expert Africa.
Otherwise, it was hard to improve upon!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
We felt that Ellie had gone out of her way to make sure that the holiday was as good as it could be. When we were planning the itinerary she could provide good insights into the each of the places we were thinking of going to and appeared to know them well.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
If you had been able to handle purchase of the British Airways tickets using part air-miles then we would have preferred to book these through Expert Africa.
Otherwise, it was hard to improve upon!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr JC
SE London
"Sand Rivers / Pongwe holiday"
I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 19 Oct 2009 and 6 Nov 2009
"We loved it! It was a perfect honeymoon and each day just got better and better. So glad we chose Sand Rivers and Pongwe which exceeded our expectations."
Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
Vanbrugh
"whole trip feedback"
I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 29 Sep 2009 and 13 Oct 2009
"We had a fantastic honeymoon.
Very well organised trip and good advice about where to stay and length of time etc.
Would like to note that our transfer from zanzibar airport to shooting star never arrived, so we waited a while, and then had to take a taxi to the eco and culture tours office in stonetown, they check and stated they has us down to be picked up a month later, and didnt really appear very apologetic. We also then had to continue in the taxi ( with no air conditioning) - wasnt sure why they could not have taken us from there. Howevere they did turn up promptly for our other transfers. This was the only thing that went wromg, and meant we arrived at the back about 2 hours after we would have got there." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Very well organised trip and good advice about where to stay and length of time etc.
Would like to note that our transfer from zanzibar airport to shooting star never arrived, so we waited a while, and then had to take a taxi to the eco and culture tours office in stonetown, they check and stated they has us down to be picked up a month later, and didnt really appear very apologetic. We also then had to continue in the taxi ( with no air conditioning) - wasnt sure why they could not have taken us from there. Howevere they did turn up promptly for our other transfers. This was the only thing that went wromg, and meant we arrived at the back about 2 hours after we would have got there." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Miss G & Ms J
UK
"Amazing honeymoon in a wonderful country"
I visited Zanzibar between 20 Sep 2009 and 28 Sep 2009
"Everything from the booking arrangements, to the standard of service received whilst in Africa, exceded our expectations."
Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
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Our suggestions for beach lodges in East Coast Zanzibar
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Pongwe Beach Hotel is comfortable, good-value, family-friendly beach lodge, with a lovely pool, secluded beach and good food.
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.
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.
Mnemba Island Lodge
Mnemba is a private island resort with 11 chalets, fringed by some of the best coral reefs in the Zanzibar area.
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.
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.
Zoi Hotel
Located right on the beach, with bright rooms and a colourful garden, the Zoi Boutique Hotel has a lively, relaxed atmosphere.
Zanzibar Pearl
Formally known as Matemwe Beach Village, Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel is one of the newest properties on the island
Melia Zanzibar
Melia Zanzibar is a very large resort hotel on Zanzibar’s east coast and is well equipped for business and leisure trips.
Tulia Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar Beach Resort is a 16-room boutique beach hotel that opened in 2016 on Zanzibar's east coast.
