Zanzibar boasts amongst the best beaches in the world, with coconut palms and powder soft coral sands washed by shimmering clear seas.
Discover the enchanting Zanzibar archipelago, a stunning collection of over 50 islands nestled in the Indian Ocean off Tanzania’s coast. Renowned for its idyllic beaches adorned with swaying coconut palms and powdery coral sands, Zanzibar promises an unforgettable escape. The beaches in Zanzibar are paradise, scattered with picturesque fishing villages, where people live a simple way of life, unchanged over the years. There are more than 25 fantastic beaches, and some are so peaceful and remote that the only noise breaking the silence is the ocean.
The Zanzibar archipelago is reputed to have some of the best diving in the world. The waters around the island are awash with colourful marine life. Good visibility (20-60 metres) and a year-round average water temperature of 27°c ensure that you enjoy your Zanzibar diving experience.
Beyond the sun-soaked shores, visit Prison Island, where a sanctuary for the majestic Aldabra tortoises awaits. Explore Stone Town, the capital, to marvel at its captivating architecture steeped in rich maritime history. With world-class resorts offering luxurious accommodations, rejuvenating spa treatments, and exquisite dining, Zanzibar is the perfect destination for a blissful beach holiday or an exciting African safari adventure.
Diving in Zanzibar isn’t restricted to beginners. Experienced scuba divers can enjoy exciting wall dives, night dives and drift dives. In deeper waters, lush coral gardens often stretch as far as the eye can see, and large game fish such as barracuda, kingfish, tuna and wahoo hunt together with large Napoleon wrasse, graceful manta rays and sharks.
Shallower waters are the playground of tropical fish, including a huge variety of Indo-Pacific marine fauna.
The beaches on the east coast include Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu and Jambiani. The sea is generally fairly shallow here – at high tide it can cover the beach and at low tide it almost seems to disappear.
Zanzibar Beaches is part of a wider selection of TANZANIA holidays and accommodation.
