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Bawe Beach is located on the Indian Ocean and it is in the 4th place out of 5 beaches in the Zanzibar Urban/West region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal blue water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Bawe Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, sea pool. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Nakupenda Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
Bawe Beach (Zanzibar Urban/West) is located outside the Zanzibar City settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Bawe island and the correct question is not how to get to Bawe Beach, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
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Fumba 1.1 km
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Pongwe 6.5 km
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Kiwengwa 2.3 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water, Sand bottom
Chwaka 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Blue pure water, Fine sand bottom
Kiwengwa 7.3 km
What to do in Bawe Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Bawe Beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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The Bawe Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Bawe Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
The Bawe Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Bawe Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The region of the Bawe Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Bawe Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bawe Beach.
The Bawe Beach has no parking spot
The month with the highest temperature in Bawe Beach is March. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 27°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
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