Unlike any other African country, Zanzibar is an undiscovered land of bliss located in the Indian Ocean. The island lies adjacent to Tanzania and is enriched with deep-rooted history and vibrancy running throughout the street, land, and air.

Because of the islands' size, it is easily accessible to get around within a week's stay- that being said, you may want to have a few days to relax and soak it all in, but it is doable, regardless. And if it's only a week or more, here are five must-see spots, plus a few extras.