Nungwi Beach
White-sand beach on Zanzibar's northern tip with calm swimming water, sunset dhow cruises, and a lively strip of bars and dive shops. The north coast's most popular base.
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Hours
Open 24/7; best swimming at mid-to-high tide
Entry fee
Free (beach is public)
SAFETY TIP
Tide swings are large: at low tide you may need to walk far out to swim. Watch for boat traffic and keep valuables out of sight.
Moon at Nungwi Beach
West/northwest-facing: Nungwi's signature scene is the full moon SETTING over the water at dawn, after rising over land.
Full-moon nights bring beach bars to life and boats out to the sandbank - the busiest moon scene on the island.