Nungwi lies at the northern tip of Zanzibar and Kendwa a little further down the north-west coast. Both have wide white-sand beaches, and the sea is generally deep enough to swim at all times of the tide, unlike on parts of the east coast.
Sunset dhow cruises leave from Nungwi and Kendwa, and the area has a wide choice of hotels, restaurants and beach bars.
Highlights
- Beaches you can swim from at any tide
- Sunset dhow cruise
- Wide choice of hotels and restaurants
Best for
Beach holidays, couples and groups.
More in Zanzibar
Stone TownA UNESCO World Heritage SiteWinding alleys, carved doors and the history of the Swahili coast.
Spice FarmZanzibar, the Spice IslandTouch, smell and taste clove, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla.
Prison IslandChanguu Island and its giant tortoisesA short boat trip from Stone Town to giant tortoises and clear water.