The island of Zanzibar is just a 25 minute flight from the Tanzanian capital of Dar Es Salaam. It’s a small, idyllic paradise of swaying palm trees, white sandy beaches, and crystal blue waters where locals and tourists mingle among each other. Some more surreptitiously than others, especially when they’re trying to get photographs like this one.

Trishna Patel aka Trishlist is a cultural curator, photographer, and host specializing in travel and the human experience. Follow her latest adventures as she explores New York City and beyond!