Nungwi Beach
North Zanzibar, Tanzania
About
The lively northern-tip beach backed by resorts, bars and boatyards, famous for swimmable water at all tides.
White-sand beach at Nungwi village on Zanzibar island offering swimming, snorkeling & diving.
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 guideMore in North Zanzibar
Tourist Attraction
Kendwa Beach
A slightly quieter, west-facing beach a short ride from Nungwi, renowned for its sunsets and full-moon parties.
Island
Mnemba Atoll
A protected marine reserve off the northeast coast offering the archipelago's finest snorkelling and diving.
Museum
Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond
A natural tidal aquarium at Nungwi where rescued sea turtles are cared for and can be viewed and fed.
Local Government Office
Nungwi dhow boatyards
The working beachfront yards where craftsmen build traditional wooden dhows by hand under the palms.