Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, <em>Zanzibar</em>
Zanzibar

Zanzibar Butterfly Centre, Zanzibar

About Zanzibar Butterfly Centre

The Zanzibar Butterfly Centre lies in the iconic Jozani Forest and is a tropical butterfly garden that aims to conserve Zanzibar’s diverse butterfly species. This incredible eco-tourism initiative involves local farmers trained in butterfly farming as a way to promote sustainable livelihoods and environmental awareness.

The perfect destination for families with kids as well as nature lovers, the centre is a must-visit during a Zanzibar trip. Interact with butterflies, see caterpillars nibble at fresh leaves, and watch butterfly eggs and pupae as you learn about butterfly life cycles and behaviours. Enjoy a break in the lap of nature as you admire the beautiful garden full of butterflies with your loved ones.

Day Wise Timings

Burj Khalifa opening hours through the week.

Open 7 days a week
Paid entry
Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

Zanzibar Butterfly Centre Highlights

• Witness hundreds of butterflies in their natural habitat as you visit East Africa’s largest butterfly enclosure at the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre.
• Spot over 50 species of butterflies, including rare and endangered species like Acherontia atropos, within the netted enclosure.
• Go on a guided tour and learn about butterfly life cycles and behaviours as well as the centre's intense conservation efforts.
• Watch caterpillars feed on green leaves and see tiny butterfly eggs and pupae in different exhibits around the centre.
• Participate in interactive activities where you can feed and let butterflies fly close to your hand during your Zanzibar Butterfly Centre tour.

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Participate in interactive activities

Participate in interactive activities

What makes Zanzibar Butterfly Centre so popular is that it offers numerous interactive experiences to visitors. You can see butterfly eggs, admire the butterflies as they fly around you, and even feed them. Learn about the butterfly life cycle as you see caterpillars nibble on leaves and touch chameleons in a dedicated enclosure.

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