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Safiri Tanzania
Dhow-building visit
Local Government Office

Dhow-building visit

North Zanzibar, Tanzania

About

Watch craftsmen shape ocean-going boats by hand on Nungwi beach, one of the last living traditional boatyards in East Africa.

Local Government Office

Opening hours

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Where it is

Getting to & around North Zanzibar

From other cities: From Dar es Salaam take the Azam Marine fast ferry (about two hours) or a short flight on Coastal, Auric or ZanAir into Zanzibar, then continue by road to the north coast.

Getting around: Private transfers and taxis are the easiest way to reach and get around the north; shared daladalas run to Stone Town, and dhows handle short sea transfers and Mnemba diving trips.

Full getting-there guide

More in North Zanzibar

Nungwi Beach Beach
North Zanzibar

Nungwi Beach

The lively northern-tip beach backed by resorts, bars and boatyards, famous for swimmable water at all tides.
Kendwa Beach Tourist Attraction
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Kendwa Beach

A slightly quieter, west-facing beach a short ride from Nungwi, renowned for its sunsets and full-moon parties.
Mnemba Atoll Island
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Mnemba Atoll

A protected marine reserve off the northeast coast offering the archipelago's finest snorkelling and diving.
Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond Museum
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Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond

A natural tidal aquarium at Nungwi where rescued sea turtles are cared for and can be viewed and fed.