• Modest dressing is appreciated by everyone in Zanzibar. Foreign standards do not apply everywhere, so some items that are standard in your home country might not be appreciated. Bikinis and minis are fine for the beach, but in the villages and towns, women should cover their shoulders and wear a skirt or trousers that reach below the knee. Likewise, men should not go shirtless and should dress respectfully.
  • If you are spending time on a beach in Stone Town or other beaches that are within sight of town, consider wearing beach clothes when not swimming. Being topless is not allowed for women.