Zanzibar Coordinates (6.1000° S, 39.3000° E) & Highest Point

Zanzibar is a notable island in Tanzania. It is located at approximately 6.1000° S, 39.3000° E. Its highest point is about 120 m above sea level.

Location: Tanzania

Region: Indian Ocean

Type: Island

Coordinates: 6.1000° S, 39.3000° E

Highest point: 120 m

Common Questions About Zanzibar

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Where Zanzibar is located

Zanzibar is located in Tanzania, in the region of Indian Ocean. Its coordinates are approximately 6.1000° S, 39.3000° E.

Zanzibar importance

This island is considered significant within Tanzania for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

Zanzibar geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of Tanzania. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

Zanzibar climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

Zanzibar facts

Reference works often highlight Zanzibar when explaining the geography of Tanzania. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryTanzania

RegionIndian Ocean

Coordinates6.1000° S, 39.3000° E

Highest point120 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Zanzibar located?

Zanzibar is located in Tanzania, in the region of Indian Ocean.

What type of place is Zanzibar?

Zanzibar is a notable island in Tanzania.

What are the coordinates of Zanzibar?

Zanzibar is located at approximately 6.1000° S, 39.3000° E.