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Beaches & Islands

Beaches & Islands

From the powder-white sands of Zanzibar to the untouched coral islands of Mafia and Pemba, Tanzania's coastline offers some of the Indian Ocean's most stunning beach destinations.

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Zanzibar Beaches

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Nungwi Beach
Luxury LodgeHoneymoon & Romance+2

Nungwi Beach

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From $50
Kendwa Beach
Luxury LodgeHoneymoon & Romance+2

Kendwa Beach

Zanzibar2d
From $45
Paje Beach
Budget CampingSolo Explorer+1

Paje Beach

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From $40

Island Escapes

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Mafia Island
Luxury LodgeHoneymoon & Romance+2

Mafia Island

Mafia Island3d
From $180
Pemba Island
Luxury LodgeHoneymoon & Romance+2

Pemba Island

Pemba3d
From $220
Mbudya Island
Budget CampingFamily-Friendly+2

Mbudya Island

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From $40

Coastal Towns

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Bagamoyo
Budget CampingFamily-Friendly+1

Bagamoyo

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From $30
Pangani
Budget CampingHoneymoon & Romance+1

Pangani

Tanga1d
From $35
Mikindani
Budget CampingSolo Explorer+1

Mikindani

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From $40

Frequently Asked Questions

Nungwi Beach on the northern tip is the most popular for its year-round swimmable conditions and spectacular sunsets. Kendwa is quieter and equally beautiful. Paje is the go-to for kitesurfing, while Jambiani offers the most authentic local experience.
Zanzibar's Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) receives direct flights from Dar es Salaam (20 min), the Serengeti, Nairobi, and several international destinations. Alternatively, high-speed ferries from Dar es Salaam to Stone Town take 1.5-2 hours.