We have selected a range of accommodation options where, as a Zanzibar Gathering attendee, you can enjoy exclusive rates that we've secured. Be sure to mention that you are part of our gathering when booking to receive the quoted prices.

Tiki Beach is reserved exclusively for our guests, while other accommodations remain open to the public. However, we've arranged special rates that are better than those available on booking platforms.

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We don't organize airport shuttles. We recommend taking a taxi from the airport to your accommodation. Before the event, we'll share taxi driver contacts with ticket buyers. Attendees can also join a WhatsApp group chat to coordinate taxi sharing.

In addition to the main events, we organize some special experiences during the Gathering. You can choose to participate in as many as you like or take it easy and explore the island at your own pace.

One of the most talked-about experiences is the Sandbank party and for good reason. It's an extraordinary experience—dancing to our favorite DJs on a small sandy island that gets even smaller as the tide rises, surrounded by like-minded people from all over the world.

Because of the great success of the Sandbank event we are adding another extra experience, the Secret Island.

We also organize a Group dinner and BBQ evening, offering a chance to bond and connect with other attendees.

There are some more interesting ideas for extra experiences still in the process, we will share them with you when we get all necessary information.

Please note that all extra experiences have limited capacity, are sold separately, and are not included in the general Gathering ticket. These experiences are exclusively available to Zanzibar Gathering attendees.

The Gathering spans 8 days and features multiple events at various locations. While the program primarily focuses on musical events, there will also be other activities where we can gather and get to know each other. There are two rest days in between because, after all, it's a vacation!

The events will take place in Bwejuu, Paje, and Jambiani, all situated on the southeastern coast of Zanzibar.

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Why?Not Club

Masai Mara Villa

Tiki Beach Resort

DarMar Hostel & Co-working

We have both daytime and nighttime events planned. The two clubbing nights—opening and closing—will be held at the Why?Not club. This venue has been a partner of Zanzibar Gathering since the event's inception in 2022. Since then, Why?Not club has put Zanzibar on the map as a new hub for underground electronic music, renowned for its spectacular sunrise views.

Another highlight is the villa party at Masai Mara, which starts in the afternoon and continues late into the night. If you don't feel like dancing, you can take a dip in the pool or relax on loungers, enjoying the sea breeze.

We are also planning more events that will be announced shortly.

Apps offering e-sim options, like Airalo, don't work well in Zanzibar. However, mobile internet with a regular SIM card works fine, so we recommend getting a local SIM card, which is also the most affordable option.

Most accommodations offer free Wi-Fi, and many beachfront bars and restaurants provide reliable Wi-Fi and welcome digital nomads.

If you're planning a workation, this is a great place to consider. The time zone is only 2 hours ahead of Europe.

We will organize daily yoga sessions for all participants because nothing feels better than a good stretch after a night out. More information will be announced soon.

If you’re up for something extra, this part of Zanzibar also offers you a chance to learn kiting. You can also join one of the tours to explore the island, or simply relax on the beach.

If you'd like to make this trip truly exceptional and have the time, consider heading to the mainland. Tanzania is renowned for offering some of the best safari experiences in the world, where you can encounter the Big Five. It is also home to Africa's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, standing at 5,895 meters.

For those who enjoy climbing and are ready for a challenge, our friend Irem Tour is organizing a Kilimanjaro climb just before our Gathering. You can find more details here, and if you're interested, be sure to contact Irem before the end of 2024.

There are plenty of car taxis and motorcycle taxis (called 'boda boda') available for getting between venues and accommodations. We'll share taxi driver contacts with ticket buyers before the event.

We have a WhatsApp group for event communication and for attendees to connect, share airport shuttles, taxis, accommodations, or simply chat. The link will be sent to all ticket holders. If you don’t receive it, please email us at info@butikfestival.com.