
Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
Zanzibar City, Tanzania
Hundreds of native butterflies inhabit this netted tropical garden offering guided tours.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Hundreds of native butterflies inhabit this netted tropical garden offering guided tours.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Razvan Grigorescu — 2 months ago
A sweet spot where you can admire Butterflies and Chameleons. The place is small but well managed and by paying the entrance fee you will get a short Tour and a guide will give information about the place’s history and about these beautiful creatures. We came here with a group of kids from the village and they were so nice and didn’t charge us for entering. They said that is important for local kids to be able to visit places like this. Asante sana 🙏
**★★★★★ Anna — 3 months ago
Simple yet very informative. We were shown the life cycle of the butterflies and then headed to the netted ate where they live. After that we also saw the chameleons in the area.
**★★★★★ Nardeen Ehab — 7 months ago
We loved our visit to the Butterfly Garden! The place has a very relaxed vibe, and the guide was incredibly knowledgeable. We learned all about the butterfly life cycle and saw a variety of butterflies with different shapes and vibrant colors. There were also different kinds of plants and chameleons in various stages of growth—it was fascinating!
Our kids (ages 3 and 5) had a great time exploring and were so engaged throughout. It’s also wonderful to know that our visit helps support around 30
**★★★★☆ Suhaib Alshabibi — 3 months ago
A lovely little stop between Paje and Stone Town — definitely worth a quick visit if you’re passing by! 🚗💨 We spent around 15 minutes here, which was just enough to enjoy the peaceful garden filled with colorful butterflies fluttering all around 🦋✨. The staff are friendly and give a short explanation about the butterfly life cycle, which is great for both adults and kids. They also have a small lizard 🦎 farm on site, which adds a fun extra touch for nature lovers! The entrance fee is $12 per per
**★★★☆☆ Ahmed Amin — 7 months ago
It's a nice place, especially for kids, but there aren't many activities available. If you're a tourist, be sure to ask for discounts, as the prices you’re initially given may not be accurate. Always remember to inquire about discounts to get a better deal.










