Zanzibar
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Zanzibar is part of the East African republic of Tanzania. It consists of the Zanzibar Archipelago in the Indian Ocean, 25–50 km (15–30 mi) off the coast off the mainland. There are numerous small islands and two large ones: Unguja (the main island, informally referred to as "Zanzibar"), and Pemba. Zanzibar was once a separate state with a long trading history within the Arab world; it united with Tanganyika to form Tanzania, and still enjoys a high degree of autonomy within the union. The capital of Zanzibar, located on the island of Unguja, is Zanzibar City, and its old quarter, known as Stone Town, is a World Heritage Site.
Charts
See Tanzania.
Weather
The heat of summer (corresponding to the Northern Hemisphere winter) is often cooled by strong sea breezes associated with the northeast monsoon (known as Kaskazi in Kiswahili), particularly on the north and east coasts. Being near to the equator, the islands are warm year round. The rainfall regime is split into two main seasons, a primary maximum in March, April, and May in association with the southwest monsoon (known locally as Kusi in Kiswahili), and a secondary maximum in November and December. The months in between receive less rain, with a minimum in July.
See also Tanzania.
Passages
See Mozambique Channel.
Islands
See Tanzania.
Communication
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Also see World Cruiser's Nets
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Entrance
Zanzibar has a port, Stone Town, of entry/exit for Tanzania. For details see Entrance: Tanzania.
Berthing
Ports
- Stone Town - This is busy ferry and shipping port. Yachts either anchor off or go to the marina.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Azam Zanzibar Marina
Azam Zanzibar Marina [[Zanzibar#Azam Zanzibar Marina|Azam Zanzibar Marina]] 06°08.184'S, 039°12.660'E Has 18 docks. Water, electricity, etc. Restaurant behind the marina.
- [email protected]; Tel: +255 (745) 028 606; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel XX
Anchorages
Stone Town Anchorage
Stone Town Anchorage [[Zanzibar#Stone Town Anchorage|Stone Town Anchorage]] 06°09.227'S, 039°11.204'E South of Tumbatu Island
South of Tumbatu Island [[Zanzibar#South of Tumbatu Island|South of Tumbatu Island]] 05°52.623'S, 039°12.916'E Amenities
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| Water | In the Azam Zanzibar Marina |
| Electricity | In the Azam Zanzibar Marina |
| Toilets | In the Azam Zanzibar Marina |
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Provisioning
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Eating out
- Restaurant behind the Azam Zanzibar Marina
Transportation
- Abeid Amani [[wikipedia:Zanzibar_International_Airport|Zanziba International Airport (ZNZ IATA) (located on Unguja Island, it is about 5 km (3.1 mi) south of Zanzibar City)
See also Tanzania.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
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Links
References
See Tanzania.
Comments
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- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) February, 2019 --Istioploos
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