Living in Zanzibar: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Zanzibar.

Located off the east coast of Africa, Zanzibar is an attractive destination for expatriates. The Indian Ocean island offers an idyllic setting to the ones whohave chosen to live here: white sandy beaches, blue waters, tropical climate... Zanzibar indeed has seductive assets to appeal expats wishing to settle herewhether to retire, to work or to volunteer. Would you like to be one of them?

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Everyday life in Zanzibar

Want to know what life in Zanzibar is really like? Here's a taste: explore the country, find tips to use transportation, to set up internet and phone services, and everything you need to live like a local.