Tanzania Beach Holidays

From the island paradise of Zanzibar to the secluded mainland coast, Tanzania beach holidays are giving the Maldives a run for their money. Think white sand, warm Indian Ocean and palm trees swaying in the breeze. Take a dip in the sea and it’s not unlikely you’ll come across turtles and dolphins, or maybe even whale sharks, depending on the time of year. If you’re up for exploring, a visit to Stone Town, part of Zanzibar’s main city, is a must. Once a hub of ancient trade routes, the Africa-meets-Arabia atmosphere remains today. You could wander around the local bazaars and take in the smell of rich spices, try out Tanzanian delicacies at the night food markets or check out a former Sultan’s palace. But if all you want to do is laze on the beach, we won’t blame you…
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"The trip was very well thought out. We were all first-time travelers to Tanzania and new to safaris, and the way the trip was organized meant that we were eased into the safari experience in a very comfortable way. We dipped our toes in at our first location, and the trip ended with a bang in a beautiful rustic camp. Issaya, our first guide, really made the trip amazing - he was so knowledgeable and we had total trust in him. "
M - USA
Published on 26th September 2025
"All of the camps were clean, the food was incredible all week, and we always felt very safe. The safari providers were so knowledgeable: both guides were excellent in their knowledge of the animals, birds, plants, landscapes and local culture. Their ability to find animals in the bush was almost unbelievable. This was our first safari, and the trip exceeded all of our expectations - there was at least one memorable moment every single day."
T - USA
Published on 26th September 2025
"Jamie listened carefully to our wishes and put together an itinerary. She was consistently responsive during the booking, prior to departure and during the holiday. It was the family adventure of a lifetime. We had an amazing trip which exceeded expectations, and we will book through Original Travel again."
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Published on 2nd September 2025
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On your Tanzania beach holiday, you might just want to kick back and relax on your sun lounger. But our experts know all the best things to do in Tanzania, so if you’re up for some activity, here are a few things you could get up to:


Go snorkelling or diving

A Tanzania beach holiday is the perfect opportunity to check out life under the sea. Tanzania is home to some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world and plenty of wonderful marine life. Our experts can show you all the best snorkelling spots or, if you’re keen to go deeper, we can arrange your own private diving lesson, with the help of our friends at Original Diving.


Dine a little differently

For a unique dining experience on your Tanzania beach holiday, head to Michamvi Pingwe beach and you’ll find a tiny restaurant teetering on top of a rock, with crooked wooden stairs leading the way up. At high tide, waves cover the rock and this one-of-a-kind restaurant becomes its own island.


Explore Stone Town

Discover Zanzibar City’s UNESCO-listed historic town with a private tour, where our expert guides will impart their wisdom on Tanzanian history and culture. Stone Town is a place best explored on foot, so you can wander through its meandering narrow streets and bustling local bazaars and soak up Zanzibar’s distinctive architecture, including a Sultan’s palace-turned-museum.

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