Deciding between the Kenyan Coast and Zanzibar for some R&R at the end of your safari has always been a tricky decision. Typically those who go on safari in Tanzania would head to Zanzibar and those choosing Kenya for their wildlife watching would travel to the Kenyan Coast, but with the introduction of more low-cost airlines and additional routes it means this decision has become trickier than ever.
We asked our knowledgeable experts Lauren (who lived on Zanzibar and worked as a dive instructor) and Jesse (fifth-generation-born Kenyan and ex-safari guide) to talk about the differences between the two beach destinations: