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Zanzibar North Coast

About Zanzibar – Tanzania

Zanzibar Island, set like a jewel in tranquil coral waters and only 20 minutes flight from Dar es  Salaam, is certainly one of the world‘s most beautiful islands. Its name evokes a romantic past. To the shores of these islands came Sumerians, Assyrians, Hindus, Egyptians, Phoenicians, Arabians, Chinese, Malaysians, and the Portuguese, all sailing in on Monsoon winds. From these shores the great European explorers Burton, Speke, Livingstone, Krapf, Rebman, and Grant set out on their voyages of discovery into the East and Central African hinterland.

To Do List

There are exciting excursions to discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Zanzibar. These include; – Guided Walking Tour of Stone Town, Prison Island Tour, Spice Plantations Tour, Dolphin Tour, Jozani Forest Tour, Blue Dhow Safari and Zanzibar Village Tour among others.

With perfect wind conditions and beautiful tropical beaches, visitors can enjoy the ocean’s latest thrilling action sport- Kite surfing. With plenty of coast line to choose from, visitors can enjoy off-shore surfing in all our featured beach accommodation in Zanzibar.

Zanzibar is a dream destination for scuba divers. Surrounded by extra ordinary underwater landscapes alive with strange marine creatures. The best dive spots are found in the northern tip of the Island, including Mnemba, Nungwi Reefs and Tumbatu Island. Diving is generally good all year round with weather consistently warm and sunny, with excellent balmy water temperature that makes for ideal dive conditions.

Zanzibar is home to the great underwater safari and some of the best dive sites in Africa.

In Zanzibar fishing depends a lot on location! Big game fishing is widely available on the North Western tip of Zanzibar Island with highly skilled local operators in Nungwi. From here, the fishing grounds of Zanzibar, Pemba and the famous Pemba Channel are not even a stone throw away.  Excellent boats with state of the art equipment and professional crew are available for full and half-day charter. The main game fish include Yellow fin Tuna, Dogtooth Tuna, Dorado, Wahoo, Giant Trevally, King & Queen Mackerel and Barracuda. A tag and release program ensures eco-friendly fishing.

Escape to the Tanzania’s famous wildlife parks in the Northern and Southern Safari Circuits.  Fly to Serengeti, Selous and Ruaha for memorable wildlife adventure experiences from your holiday location in Zanzibar.

Enjoy white sandy beaches and the cool breeze that is typical of the Zanzibar Coast. With consistently warm weather and sunny conditions, the beach will entice visitors to want to spend their post Safari time here to relax and soak in the sun and the refreshing cool breeze of the Indian Ocean.

Royal Zanzibar

Our Picks

The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort

The Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort is located in Nungwi, on the north coast of Zanzibar, about an hour’s drive from Zanzibar airport and the Stone Town. The area is famous for its spectacular sandy beaches and excellent diving sites. The bars & restaurants serve international dishes including continental and oriental cuisine, including fresh seafood with local ingredients and spices. Other facilities include swimming pools, Jacuzzi, Spa, a fitness center, a kids club, gift shops, sun beds and nightly entertainment. Snorkeling, dhow cruises and deep sea fishing can be arranged.

Essque Zalu Zanzibar 

Located on the north coast of Zanzibar, eastern side, some 50 minutes’ drive from the Stone Town and Zanzibar airport. Nestled in a natural cove overlooking the Indian Ocean, the resort boasts of suites and 9 villas, housed under traditional thatched makuti roof and crafted from local materials. One can select an Ocean Front or Sea view suites. The villas offer a private plunge pool, in-room dining and massage, kitchen facilities, gardens and terrace or balcony. The resort is committed to the environment, right from locally sourced sustainable construction and décor materials to use of solar panels for hot water heating, Sewerage Treatment Plant allowing landscaped grounds to be irrigated using reclaimed water, and on-site organic vegetable gardens.

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Ras Nungwi Beach Resort

The resort is located on the northernmost peninsula of Zanzibar Island overlooking a sparkling expanse of iridescent Indian Ocean, about an hour’s drive from Zanzibar Airport and the Stone Town. Accommodation comprises of palm thatched rooms, Lodge rooms with garden view and Chalets with sea view, all tastefully furnished, with hand-crafted four poster beds and indigenous décor with balconies/verandahs and air-conditioning. Other facilities include a swimming pool with view of the Indian Ocean, on-site water sports center, a gift shop, Spa offering rejuvenating and holistic treatments, or just take long strolls on the un-spoilt beach.

The Z Hotel Zanzibar 

Set on the northern tip of Zanzibar in Nungwi and set in a lush, tropical garden with direct access to the white powder beaches and warm waters of the Indian Ocean, a one hour drive from Zanzibar airport and the Stone Town.  A boutique facility by the beach, the hotel blends elegant, contemporary design with traditional Zanzibari features to create a unique cool and relaxing environment.  All the rooms have floor to ceiling glass doors leading onto a balcony which looks out across the Ocean. The hotel offers alfresco dining in the main restaurant, along with Asian-fusion tapas and sharing platters in the Cinnamon cocktail bar, one of the best places to view the magnificent Zanzibari sunset. Other facilities include a swimming pool, water sports, snorkeling, diving, deep sea fishing and sunset cruises.

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Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa

The resort is located on the North coast of Zanzibar western side, less than an hour’s drive from the Stone Town and airport, spread out over 10 hectares with spectacular oceanfront settings, surrounded by gardens and tropical plants that gently lead down to 300 meters of soft sandy beach of Nungwi.

Decorated with contemporary, stylish furniture that evoke the island’s Arabic-African and Colonial heritage, the accommodation facilities are built and structured to guarantee a private and peaceful environment, all featuring en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and separate WC & bidet, king size beds with mosquito netting. Located on the beach, and featuring indoor (air conditioned) and outdoor dining, the main dining area offers three restaurants in one: an international buffet, and two on-the-spot cooking a la carte restaurants serving a variety of oriental dishes and meats roasted over charcoal, fish and vegetables, prepared with spices, herbs and tastes of Zanzibar.

Other facilities include a Kids Club offering entertainment and special menus for children, a fitness center, a beauty center, steam bath, swimming pool, kite surfing, windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving & a range of PADI courses and a Spa. The western coast of Nungwi is considered to offer one of the most beautiful beaches in Zanzibar, where the absence of tides guarantees swimming and snorkeling all year round.

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