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ZANZIBAR ISLAND
Author Ruth Fred
At Zanzibar you’ll enjoy clear, turquoise-blue water: shallow sandbars perfect for wading; and many small, nearly deserted island virtually unvisited by tourist. Explore the World Heritage Site of Stone Town, Zanzibar city’s old quarter. Or just go beach to beach between tiny fishing villages each one’s better than next
BEACHES FOUND IN ZANZIBAR ISLAND
Some great beaches are on the island. Which part of the island you stay at will depend on what activities and how much interaction with others you want.
Kendwa Beach -- 66km from airport, 62km from Stone Town. This is considered the best beach in all of Tanzania. Very little tide variation is a big plus. Great for those looking for sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling or diving. The beach is famous for its full moon parties held at Kendwa Rocks Resort.
Nungwi Beach --67 km from airport, 63km from Stone Town. very popular and a close contender with Kendwa as the best beach. This is a very socially lively area with several nightclubs and restaurants. Activities include swimming with sea turtles, kayaking, snorkeling, diving, sky diving, horse riding, sunset dhow (a traditional boat) cruises and catamaran trips.
Matemwe Beach -- 53km from airport, 49 km from Stone Town on the NE coast. This is a small and not very famous beach but it is possible to go to Mnemba Island from there for the best snorkeling in Zanzibar.
Kiwengwa Beach --East coast 46km from airport, 43km from Stone Town. Along beach with beautiful white sand, this is a great spot for sunbathing, swimming, and kite-boarding. This is also referred to as "Little Italy" due to its popularity with Italian tourists.
Uroa Beach -- East Coast 41km from airport,38 km from Stone Town. This destination is what you want if you want quiet. Few beach activities.
Pongwe Beach-- This is located between Uroa and Kiwengwa Beaches. This is most famous for being the location of the vastly overrated "The Rock Restaurant".
Paje Beach-- 50km from airport, 49 km from Stone Town on south east coast. This is the best location if you like kiting. But is is also great for snorkeling and diving. The tide variation is pretty large here with the water receeding more than a hundred meters during low tide. There are many local stores available nearby.
Jambiani Beach -- 56km from airport, 55 km from Stone Town on the southern coast. A good beach for swimming during high tide but like Paje, the tide variation is quite large. Kuza Cave is an attraction here. A limestone cave with perfectly colored turquoise water, a lovely swimming spot. There are several activities such as cooking classes, dancing, and local drumming at the cave.
Kizimkazi Beach -- 60km from airport, 60km from Stone Town on the south western coast. This area is the best for swimming with dolphins. The tide variation here is very large.
Nakupenda Sandbank -- 20 minute boat ride from Stone Town. A very good area for snorkeling and day trips . No accommodations.
Prison Island (Changuu) Beach -- A short 25 minute boat ride from Stone Town, Prison Island was built as a prison for disobedient slaves in the 1860's. It is now best known for its giant tortoises. But the beach there is great for sunbathing or snorkeling. No accommodations.
Vuma Wimbi Beach (Pemba) Clear water and white sand beach located on the NW coast of Pemba Island.
Misali Island Beach (Pemba) Located near Chake Chake Coast on Pemba Island. Great place for snorkeling and diving. No accommodations but all hotels in Pemba can take you there for a day trip.
WHAT TO DO IN ZANZIBAR
1. Nungwi beach
2. Stone Town tour
3. Spice Farm tour
4. Nakupenda Sandbank
5. Safari Blue
6. Cultural Tour(Mama zanzibar)
7. Jambiani Beach
8. Kendwa beach
9. Cheetah’s rock
10. Mnemba and Dolphin Tour
11. Nungwi Aquarium
12. Mikumi National Park From Zanzibar(Wildlife Safari)
13. Kuza Cave
14. Blue Lagoon
15. The rock restaurant
16. Starfish Tour
17. Selous Game Reserve From Zanzibar(Wildlife Safari)
