What to do and see in Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

February 3, 2022 Darwin Bolte

The Zanzibar Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean 15 miles off the coast of Tanzania, is a breathtaking spot to escape from the world. You’ll enjoy clear, turquoise-blue water; shallow sandbars perfect for wading; and many small, nearly deserted islands virtually unvisited by tourists. Explore the World Heritage Site of Stone Town, Zanzibar City’s old quarter. Or just go beach to beach between tiny fishing villages—each one's better than the next.
Restaurants in Zanzibar Island

1. Solarafrica Moto

Pete Tanzania
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Solarafrica Moto

2. Fahari Zanzibar

Kenyatta Road Shangani Tanzania +255 772 661 065 [email protected] http://www.fahari-zanzibar.com
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5.0 based on 85 reviews

Fahari Zanzibar

Fahari is a Social Enterprise (NGO) making high quality bags, jewellery and accessories on the island of Zanzibar. All our products are handmade using local materials with expert workmanship - taking inspiration from our cultural melting-pot of African, Arabian & Indian influences borne out of years of trading across the Indian Ocean.By buying from us you will be receiving an exceptional, original product whilst supporting local women build a sustainable future.Zanzibar, the cultural melting-pot of African, Arabian & Indian influences, lies surrounded by white golden sands in the crystal clear waters of the Indian ocean. This remarkable culture now reflects all its fascinating influences with Fahari’s beautiful collection of locally made bags, jewellery and accessories.With the ethical and style conscious in mind, international designer and Fahari founder Julie Lawrence, a highly qualified accessories designer and maker from London with years of experience supplying the worlds’ top designer stores, has trained a team of Zanzibari women, for free, to produce cutting-edge designs demanded by those who insist on the season’s latest looks.Fahari means "to have a sense of pride" in Swahili, the native language of Zanzibar and East Africa; it’s a motto encapsulated by our beautiful products that carry a unique Zanzibari twist.

Reviewed By Samvenere - Paris, France

During a walk in the old town, we came across this stall. In view of the products offered and the words "handmade". We asked if it was possible to make a custom-made dress. We were so satisfied that we had it redone a second 24 hours before our start. Charmed by the quality of the fabrics, the services provided, the precision and the speed of making the dresses requested. All this for an unbeatable price !!! Let yourself be guided Mikki is a professional at your service who is also very nice and very outgoing !! This shop deserves to be known and recognized! If you ever passed through Stonetown, don't hesitate a second, you won't regret it! What is certain is that we will come back to it ???? Johanna and Andrew

3. Kihaga

Gizenga Street, 4208 Tanzania +255 774 223 615 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Kihaga

4. Surti & Sons

Gizenga Street near JAIN'S Temple, 3866 Tanzania +255 777 472 742 [email protected] https://surtiandsons.wordpress.com/
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Surti & Sons

Surti and Son's has been in Zanzibar now for more then three(3) decades running and serving successfully with its quality service of proving great expertise on leather sandles and other accessories, we take our greatest opportunity to showcase our work and provide our services to as many people as possible, assuring you with the quality. our sandals are made under the best supervision of Mr,Pravin D surti assuring the strenght and comfort of the sandal's This ancient art of making variety out of leather had been started our respectable father Mr.Dayaram Surti and as a family Business has now been run By Mr. Pravin.D Surti very well known for the their great quality and expertise, of their HAND MADE LEATHER SANDALS FOR LADIES AND GENTS. Today being known as SURTI & SONS.....and the only store where you can find the best Quality of hand made leather sandals for both ladies and gents. Your One stop shop for your best leather experience in Zanzibar. Assuring you with satisfaction in quality, you will not regret collecting your zanzibar souvenir of pure leather experience from SURTI & SONS.....the only place to experience pure leather art. DONT MISS YOUR PAIR OF SANDALSSS!!!!!

5. Elias Jewellers

Shangani Street Next to Shangani Post Office, 3334 Tanzania +255 629 990 467 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Elias-Jewellers-115546048573614/timeline?ref=page_internal
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Elias Jewellers

6. The Coins Shop

366 Soko Muhogo Street near Forodhani Garden, Stone Town, Zanzibar City 1130 Tanzania +255 658 195 972 [email protected] http://www.thecoinsshop.com
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

The Coins Shop

All real coins cut by hand! The Coins Shop is a very unique place of handcraft,history,art and creativity! A must see in Stone Town,Zanzibar ! If you worry that your bag will be too heavy for the plane,but still want to find great gifts for everyone then this is the place you need! Personalized designs available on a simple request. Your name on a coin of your choice,letters,logos,symbols and more ! From pendants to earrings,bracelets,key chains to puzzles and frameworks. All our coins are carefully designed and cut by hand using a tiny handsaw and a lot of patience! We ship worldwide. Thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon :)

Reviewed By travelforfun2233 - Fruita, United States

This shop has more than souvenirs- they carry gifts that will become treasured keepsakes. I am so glad that I did some research before my trip and found this gem. I was able to bring some specific coins from home that have special significance to me. I bought two coins from the shop that were already made and then I left two coins for them to make with special inscriptions. They took my information and said they would be mailed out to me within a few days. Due to customs and such it took a few weeks to reach me at home but I was so very pleased with their work. One was sent off as a gift to a friend who truly loved it and the other was for me. I wear it all the time and it is a great reminder of my wonderful time in Africa. Asante Sana.

7. The Little Duka, by Zarnigar

Shangani Street Park Hyatt, Stone Town, Zanzibar City 4255 Tanzania +255 767 222 112 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/ZarnigarBoutique
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

The Little Duka, by Zarnigar

8. Aromas of Zanzibar

Gizenga street House No 360, Zanzibar City Tanzania +255 716 097 681 [email protected] http://aromasofzanzibar.com
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5.0 based on 312 reviews

Aromas of Zanzibar

Aromas of Zanzibar is a forward thinking and progressive textile goods company featuring handmade products produced exclusively in Zanzibar. Our timeless products are lovingly crafted to complement and facilitate, as well as enhance, contemporary lifestyles.Custom made clothing,accessories, housewares,personal and travel bags from African material all locally hand crafted on premises with love.

Reviewed By vanessalY7639CD - Arusha, Tanzania

Really excellent quality made by really excellent people. My sister dropped her drivers license in their shop and they shipped it all the way back to California for her and gave her a gift! It just makes me so happy to support such lovely people while getting such great unique items! The level of detail in all of their products is unmatched. Will be a loyal customer for a longtime as I’m so lucky to live here!

9. Paje Spice Shop

Paje Tanzania +255 773 889 527
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Paje Spice Shop

10. BlueGems Tanzanite

53 Kenyata Road, Zanzibar City Tanzania +255 757 888 666 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/BlueGemsZanzibar/
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

BlueGems Tanzanite

BlueGems is located at the heart of stone town, just a walking distance from the Freddy Mercury house. We specialize in authentic tanzanite gemstones; set in 18k gold, Sterling silver, handmade thread bracelets and just the loose stones. If you are looking to invest in this rare gemstone then you are at the right place, our educated staff will assist you in finding just the right piece for you. Our goal is to make customers feel comfortable and rely their trust on us in providing them with nothing but the best, in case they are not satisfied we take full responsibility to compensate them.

Reviewed By carolinequist - London, United Kingdom

I visited Blue Gems with my husband and our daughter travelling from London, England. I already have a few pieces of tanzanite and I thought I would try this shop as it was a recommendation. I am so pleased we did. Nayfah was extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We were just after a tanzanite stone and we were able to take our time and choose wisely. Nayfah gave such good advice. She even said she would bring the stones to our hotel as it was quite a way from Stonetown. Beautiful shop, great displays, air conditioned shop, excellent staff. We highly recommended this shop and we will return without a doubt. Thanks. Caroline

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