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Zanzibar Beaches
After a dusty safari, tiring mountain treks, or simply to escape cold winter times, the beaches of Tanzania and the off-shore Zanzibar archipelago are perfect for some days of recovery and relaxation during your holiday.
Zanzibar is famed for its spices and the slave trade dating back to the 19th century. However, Zanzibar Island is much more than a stopping point on any safari itinerary; it is a unique destination in its own right. Zanzibar offers a unique combination of outstanding beaches along its eastern periphery, exciting activities such as visiting a working spice farm, and the cultural enjoyment of Stone Town, with its Arabian fortresses and minarets.
At the northern tip of the island is Nungwi, approached by a road lined with banana palms, mangroves, and coconut trees. This is the dhow-building capital of Zanzibar Island, making it a good place to see traditional craftsmen at work. On the west coast of Zanzibar, Mangapwani Beach is worth a visit, and to the east are the beaches of Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Uroa, Bwejuu, and Jambiani, all with stretches of beautiful white sands.
Zanzibar’s brilliant white sand beaches, lapped by the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, provide the perfect place to relax, soak up the sun, and take a break from busy sightseeing. The beaches in Zanzibar are a paradise, interspersed with picturesque fishing villages where the people live a simple way of life, unchanged over the years. There are more than 25 fantastic beaches in Zanzibar, and some are so peaceful and remote that the only noise breaking the silence is likely to be the ocean.
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