| If you are planning a holiday to the island of Zanzibar | | | | encounter coral reefs in all of their beauty with |
| then you will be in the perfect location to take part in | | | | underwater plants and vibrant fish weaving through |
| a broad range of water sports and aquatic activities. | | | | them. Depending on depths and locations, you can |
| This article will give you a good idea of what you can | | | | see a whole host of underwater creatures including |
| do to get the most out of the water based activities | | | | barracudas, giant rays,sharks, octopus and dolphins. If |
| available to you. | | | | you have seen the land of the island already, then I |
| Snorkelling | | | | strongly suggest to see what's in the ocean in |
| Zanzibar is the perfect location to go snorkelling due | | | | Zanzibar also to get the best overall view of the |
| to the untouched coral rocks and vast amounts of | | | | island and its magnificent scenery. |
| beautifully coloured tropical and coral reef fish. You | | | | Kayaking |
| can expect to see clown fish, parrot fish and even | | | | Nungwi is a prime location to take part in sea |
| squid in many snorkelling locations and if you are | | | | kayaking. If your new to kayaking then it is wise to |
| lucky maybe even sea turtles, seahorses and | | | | firstly take part in some training on land or in a |
| dolphins. | | | | swimming pool before going into the sea. When you |
| Big Game Fishing | | | | have done your basic training it is time to head to |
| If game fishing is your thing then you are definitively | | | | the ocean, make sure you pick a day with smooth |
| in luck. Zanzibar boasts catches of huge amounts of | | | | waves if it is your first time kayaking to build up |
| sharks including tiger and hammerheads as well as | | | | confidence gradually. For more experienced kayakers, |
| barracuda, swordfish and marlin. Locations of fish | | | | you may wish to go out to surf large waves like a |
| vary, so depending on what you want to catch, | | | | true pro. |
| check with your fishing tour booker and let them | | | | Sunset Cruises |
| know what you want to catch so that they can take | | | | To put the finishing touch on your Zanzibar holiday a |
| you to the right place. | | | | sunset cruise is in order! Sail out into the sea on a |
| Scuba Diving | | | | traditionally made wooden dhow and relax with a |
| Nungwi and Pemba are great locations to scuba dive, | | | | drink whilst the sun sets in all its beauty and colours |
| whether you want to dive in shallow waters or deep | | | | before your very eyes. This is the best way to let |
| - there will be things to see which will suit every | | | | loose after a day of sight seeing and activities, so |
| need. During your hours of diving you can expect to | | | | treat yourself. |