Beach Life - Zanzibar
Discover the Best Beaches in Zanzibar By Kyle Browning
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his travel guide by Kyle Browning from Survival Footprint outlines all you need to know about the best beaches in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Zanzibar lies approximately 25–50 kilometers (16–31 miles) off the coast of mainland Tanzania. The Zanzibar archipelago consists of many small islands including two big ones, Pemba Island & Unguja. The latter being referred to informally as Zanzibar.
Click Here for your interactive map of Zanzibar Beaches Zanzibar has more than 25 beautiful, white, palm fringed beaches, the sea is warm, and the atmosphere is easy.
11 Best Zanzibar Beaches To date, this is the most comprehensive guide on the best beaches in Zanzibar – for swimming, snorkeling, kitesurfing and of course soaking up that African sun.
Paje Beach – Kitesurfers Dream If you are into kitesurfing, then look no further because this is the best beach of Zanzibar for you! Paje Beach is located on the Southeast coast right in the middle Bwejuu and Jambiani village. The lagoon is super popular for beginner kitesurfers as the reef protects the lagoon from waves. As if flat water wasn’t enough Paje has a consistent side-onshore wind blowing year round. In addition, clear, warm waters home to thousands of colorful starfish, turtles, trumpet fish and moray eels make Paje beach one of the best scuba diving destinations in Zanzibar. Right now, Paje Beach is still charmingly
Paje Beac peaceful and quiet. Many tourists prefer the busier (who knows why), more developed north beaches of Zanzibar. Suggested Zanzibar Hotels on Paje Beach • Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is an eco-luxury resort. With high-end amenities and plus a high-end kitesurfing and water sports center. • Cristal Resort – Is a more affordable resort located right on Paje Beach for less than $100 USD.
Nungwi Beach – Dhow Tours, Sunsets Nungwi beach is an all-time favorite amongst adventurous backpackers and hippies. It even made TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Beaches in the World in 2018. Over the years the atmosphere has transformed from a peaceful delicate fishing village into an energetic shoreline lined with hotels, bars, hostels, and dive centers. The beach remains a center point for Zanzibar shipbuilding, where talented shipwrights use ageold methods past down from generations to turn raggedy old timber into sea-worthy dhows. Village tours can also be arranged for those
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