Zanzibar & the Swahili Coast (Lonely Planet CUSTOM Guide)

Zanzibar: the name alone evokes visions of Arabian architecture, heavenly beaches and exotic, spice-filled markets. So does it live up to the fantasy? You betcha – and this guide will help make it your reality.

• Complete coverage of Zanzibar – relax on picture-perfect beaches or wander through Stone Town's narrow, cobbled streets
• Northeastern Tanzania and its lush Usambara mountains, fascinating local cultures, wildlife and miles of divine tropical coastline
  
• Southeastern Tanzania’s top-notch wildlife-watching, remote beaches from your wildest sun-drenched dreams, the medieval ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and enchanting old Swahili trading towns
  
• Lively Dar es Salaam with its intriguing mix of African, Arabic and Indian influences
  
• History, Culture, an easy-to-use Swahili language section and indispensible planning information: Getting Started, Transport, Directory and Health
  
• Insider reviews of restaurants and accommodation for any budget
• Detailed maps for all destinations
  

Whether you're visiting glorious Zanzibar or exploring the more off-the-beaten-track Tanzanian Swahili coastline, this CUSTOM guide is for you. It was created by combining chapters from our 2008 Tanzania guidebook.