Zanzibar
The Most Exotic Destination on Earth?
Zanzibar
Cosmopolitan in culture, a place of history and abundant natural riches, Zanzibar has captivated travellers and explorers for centuries, drawn by its mystique and charm.
In recent years, Zanzibar has become a rising tourism star amongst African destinations, its palm-fringed beaches, sapphire seas and welcoming people proving an irresistible lure to visitors seeking an authentic family-friendly, competitively-priced holiday of eternal sunshine and warm smiles.
Steeped in legend and mystery, a must-see on the wish-list of any dedicated traveller, Zanzibar is a short plane hop from the coast of East Africa, home to the game-rich safari-lands of Kenya and Tanzania.
When twinned with a safari, the beguiling mix of African wildlife, rich history and peerless, untouched beaches makes for a unique travel experience, without comparison across the world.
Why Zanzibar?
A verdant Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar features on most traveler’s wish lists, the embodiment of exoticism and adventure.
What is driving the recent tourism boom?
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Impressive Airlift, connecting the island to major global hubs, hundreds of cities one transfer away.
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Numerous flights daily from Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Mombasa, Kampala and Johannesburg drive weekend stays regionally.
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New International Airport Terminal opened in October 2020, boosting handling capacity,
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Proximity to world-famous safarilands of Tanzania (Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro) offer unique Bush’n’Beach, Twin Stay holiday options.
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Time zone of GMT+2 makes intercontinental travel from key markets comfortable, minimal jetlag.
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Tropical climate, equatorial sunshine: no extremes of heat, rain or wind.
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No vaccinations required for entry, very low Covid incidence in 2020.
Arrivals Growth
Y-O-Y Tourist Arrivals growth of 28%;
CAGR of 17% over last 5 years; Seasonality levelled out in for steady year-round arrivals
Strong Growth
Annual, scheduled airlift growth from Southern Eastern Africa, GCC, Europe, Far East;
new airport terminal Sept 2021;
new schedules announced ex-Europe
Hospitality Gaps
Majority budget accommodation;
very limited luxury supply; upmarket sector mainly owner-operated boutique;
Demand regularly outstrips supply in high seasons.
Incentives
Investment-friendly,
Government-backed programmes;
Taxes & Duties Incentives;
Corporate Tax Exemptions;
100% Foreign Ownership;
Repatriation of Profits;
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