Visit Zanzibar beaches, Zanzibar Island
The beaches in Zanzibar are some of the best beaches in the world, interspersed with picturesque fishing villages, where the people live a simple way of life, virtually unchanged in centuries.
Zanzibar Island, Tanzania
Zanzibar beaches
Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar Archipelago
The beaches in Zanzibar are some of the best beaches in the world, interspersed with picturesque fishing villages, where the people live a simple way of life, virtually unchanged in centuries.
Although there are more than 25 fantastic beaches in Zanzibar, the sand and surf can vary depending on what side of the island you’re on.
North coast
Up north, ocean swimming is much less susceptible to the tides, and smooth beaches and white sand make for dazzling days in the sun. This is the dhow building capital of Zanzibar island, so it is a good place to see traditional craftsmen at work. It also offers a variety of watersports and a fully equipped dive centre which specialises in trips to the spectacular Mnemba Atoll.
East coast
On the east coast, waves break over coral reefs and sand bars offshore, and low tide reveals small pools of starfish, small minnows, and anemones.
West coast
On the west coast of Zanzibar, Mangapwani beach is worth a visit, and to the east are the beaches of Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu and Jambiani, all with stretches of beautiful and uncrowded sands.
Other places within Zanzibar Island
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- Much of Stone Town was built in the 19th Century and remains unchanged to this day. There is no room for cars in these streets, so they’re perfect for exploring on foot.
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Zanzibar beaches
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- The beaches in Zanzibar are some of the best beaches in the world, interspersed with picturesque fishing villages, where the people live a simple way of life, virtually unchanged in centuries.
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