Zanzibar Beaches

Zanzibar’s beaches range from the northern hubs of Nungwi and Kendwa—famous for their all-day swimming and lively nightlife—to the adventure-focused east, where Paje’s shallow lagoons create a world-class destination for kitesurfing. While the north is largely unaffected by the ocean’s retreat, the east and southeast coasts experience dramatic tidal shifts that reveal vast sandflats and local seaweed farms at low tide. For those seeking seclusion, the northeast offers quiet stretches like Matemwe, ideal for accessing the Mnemba Atoll reefs, while the Michamvi Peninsula provides rare, stunning sunsets over the water on the island’s eastern side.