North Coast Zanzibar
Nungwi and Kendwa — Zanzibar's liveliest beach areas with consistent swimming, vibrant nightlife, and spectacular sunsets.
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Jun-Oct
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About North Coast Zanzibar
The north coast of Zanzibar, centred on the villages of Nungwi and Kendwa, is the island's most popular beach destination. Unlike the east coast, the northern beaches are less affected by tidal changes, making swimming possible throughout the day. The sunsets here are legendary — the western-facing aspect provides spectacular evening skies.
Nungwi offers a mix of budget and luxury accommodation, lively beach bars, and a genuine village atmosphere. Nearby Mnemba Atoll, a privately owned island surrounded by a marine conservation area, offers some of the best snorkelling and diving in East Africa, with regular day-trip boats departing from the north coast.
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