Kendwa Beach
Neighbour of Nungwi with wider sand and less tidal variation, making it swimmable all day. Famous for the weekly full-moon beach parties and relaxed beach bars.
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Hours
Open 24/7; parties run late on full-moon weekends
Entry fee
Free (event tickets vary by venue)
SAFETY TIP
Sea urchins sit near the rocks - wear sandals when the tide is out. Agree on taxi fares back before dark; few dala dalas run late.
Moon at Kendwa Beach
Faces northwest - the setting moon drops into the sea here, best watched in the small hours around the full moon.
Home of the famous Full Moon Party: the beach party schedule is literally set by the lunar calendar.