BEACH HOLIDAYS IN ZANZIBAR
Zanzibar is synonymous with Beach Holidays that are basically about sand between your toes, cocktail, or any other drink in hand and tan all over your skin. The peaceful and secluded Island of Zanzibar tantalizes Tanzania’s endowed wilderness with its unsurpassed beauty and magnificence. Zanzibar is an archipelago comprising over 50 spectacular small and large Islands along the Indian Ocean coast, the largest and most popular being Unguja Island.
Zanzibar is a widely recognized and renowned destination for post-safaris combined with some of the spectacular beaches from across the World. However, there is more to Zanzibar than just its pristine Beaches because it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich diversity-culture and nature. Besides the Beaches, Zanzibar rewards visitors with views of remarkable wildlife species that include the Zanzibar red colobus monkeys, Kirk’s red colobus monkeys, and many others in addition to adrenaline-packed water sports such as scuba diving, jet-skiing, dhow cruises, kayaking, and many others.
Zanzibar boasts of some of the most beautiful beaches in Africa and these are perfect for Beach Holidays. These Beaches include;
Nungwi Beach
Nungwi Beach is the third largest beach in Zanzibar. It rewards visitors with an extraordinary Beach Holiday Experience in Zanzibar with smooth white sand to step your foot on, safe swimming, crystal clear waters, and jaw-dropping boat rides. Surprisingly, Nungwi Beach was recognized as one of the Best Beaches in the World by CNN. Visitors to Nungwi Beach can also visit the dhow building centers, outstanding fishing villages, and many other extraordinary Beach sites.
Kendwa Beach
Kendwa Beach is only 1.8 miles from Nungwi Beach and is a wonderful spot for unwinding during sunsets. There are a number of World-class Resorts, Hotels, and restaurants offering typical Zanzibar cuisines and sea foods. Interestingly, even honeymooners relish the Island and its stunning Beaches.
Best Time for Beach Holidays in Zanzibar
Beach Holidays are possible all year round but the months of January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December are the best, given the fact that the Coast of marked by low tides.
Beach Holidays in Zanzibar are not complete without tours to the spectacular Stone Town, one of the ancient cities in Africa. This Town is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site with extraordinary architectural designs connected to Italians, Swahili, Arabs, and Europeans. Spicing up your Beach Holiday in Zanzibar with Spice tours will add flavor to your safari. Different spices on Zanzibar Island were introduced during the 16th Century and these made the Island the hot spot for different spices including Turmeric, Papaya, cloves, black pepper, vanilla, Cardamom, Cinnamon, nutmeg, red Chilli, and many others.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN ZANZIBAR.
The best places to stay in Zanzibar range from Budget, Mid-range/Moderate to luxury/Up-market. Zanzibar, Tanzania’s most splendid archipelago lies on the East Africa Coast and is characterized by beautiful white-sand beaches. Here are the best places to stay in Zanzibar for every holidaymaker.
Stone Town Hotels
Budgets/Economy Hotels:
- Shangani Hotel
- Zenji Hotel
- Forodhani Park Hotel…..among others.
Mid-Range/Comfort Hotels:
- Mizingani Seafront Hotel
- Jafferji House and Spa
- Tembo House Hotel
- Emerson Spice Hotel
- Maru Maru Hotel………among others.
Semi-Luxury Hotel:
- Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Luxury Hotel:
- Park Hyatt Zanzibar
West Coast Hotels near Stone Town
Budget Hotels:
- Abla Hotel and Apartments
Mid-Range/Comfort Hotels
- Golden Tulip Airport
- Golden Tulip
Semi-Luxury Hotel
- Madinat Al Bahr Business and Spa Hotel
Luxury Hotel:
- Hotel Verde Azam Luxury Hotel
West Coast Beach Hotels
Mid-Range/Comfort Hotels:
- Fumba Beach Lodge
- Royal Cliff Hotel
Semi-Luxury Hotel
- Seacliff Resort & Spa
- Zanzi Resort – Hotel Zanzibar.
South & South East Coast Beach Hotels
Budget Hotels:
- B4 Botique Hotel
- B4 Beach Club
- Hekaya Zanzibar
- Shanuo Beach Bungalow
- Panorama Ocean View
Luxury Beach Resorts:
- Zanzibar White sands Luxury Villa & Spa
- The Palms Zanzibar
- Baraza Zanzibar
- Zawadi Hotel Zanzibar
- Isaraya Over Water villas
- The Residence Zanzibar
Semi-Luxury Beach Resorts:
- Breezes Beach Club & Spa
- Karafuu Beach Hotel
Mid-Range/Comfort Beach Hotels:
- Jambiani Villas
- Albatross Ocean View
- Spice Island Hotel & Resort
- Hakuna Majiwa Beach Lodge
- Mwezi Botique Resort
- Fun Beach Hotel
- Michamvi Sunset Bay
East & North East Coast Beach Hotels
Budget Beach Hotels:
- Matemwe Bahari Villas
- Zanzioceannique
- Villa Dida Resort
Mid-Range/Comfort Beach Hotels:
- Kena Beach Hotel
- Zanbluu Beach Hotel
- Next Paradise Hotel Zanzibar
- Uroa Bay Beach Resort
- Paradise Beach Resort
- Samaki Beach Lodge
- Zanzibar Queen Hotel
- Palumbo Reef Beach Resort
- Sunshine Marine Lodge hotel
- Sunshine Hotel
- Sultan Sands Island Resort
Semi-Luxury Beach Hotels:
- The Island Pongwe Lodge
- Neptune Pwani Beach
Luxury Beach Hotels:
- Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort
- Melia Zanzibar
- Tui Blue Bahari Zanzibar
North Coast Beach Hotels
Budget Beach Hotels:
- Amaan Nungwi Hotel, budget
- Paradise Beach Nungwi, budget
- Zanzibar Star Hotel (Budget)
Mid-Range/comfort Beach Hotels:
- Smiles Beach Hotel
- Amaan Beach Bungalows
- Flame trees Cottages
- Kendwa Rocks Hotel
- Z-Hotel Zanzibar
- The Zanzibari Hotel
Semi-Luxury Beach Hotel
- Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa
- Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
- Sandies Baobab Beach Zanzibar
- Doubletree By Hilton Nungwi
Luxury Beach Hotels:
- Zuri Zanzibar
- Riu Palace Zanzibar
- Essque Zalu Zanzibar
- Kilindi Zanzibar