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About Zanzibar South & Central

At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Zanzibar South & Central does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.

Zanzibar South & Central Best beaches

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Paje Beach
Paje Beach
Paje Beach
Senior friendly

Paje Beach

Paje 0.8 km
Very good
8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
6 Amenities index
Jambiani Beach
Jambiani Beach
Jambiani Beach
Kids friendly

Jambiani Beach

Jambiani 0.2 km
Very good
8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Makunduchi Beach
Makunduchi Beach
Makunduchi Beach
Good for Relax

Makunduchi Beach

Mtegani 2.2 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • White sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
1 Amenities index
Mchangamle Beach
Mchangamle Beach
Mchangamle Beach
Senior friendly

Mchangamle Beach

Kizimkazi Dimbani 3 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Sand bottom
5.3 Amenities index
Pongwe Beach
Pongwe Beach
Pongwe Beach
Senior friendly

Pongwe Beach

Pongwe 0.7 km
Very good
8.4
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • White fine sand • Small open area • Large low tide • Distant parking
3.7 Amenities index
Uroa Public Beach
Uroa Public Beach
Uroa Public Beach
Senior friendly

Uroa Public Beach

Pongwe 6.5 km
Very good
8.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • White sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
3.7 Amenities index
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Popular types of Zanzibar South & Central beaches

Picturesque
Picturesque
Sand
Sand
Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Snorkling
Snorkling
Wild
Wild
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 12 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Zanzibar South & Central.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Zanzibar South & Central

Makunduchi Beach

Makunduchi Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Mtegani 2.2 km
Mchangamle Beach

Mchangamle Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Dimbani 3 km
Pongwe Beach

Pongwe Beach
8.4
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 0.7 km
Kizimkazi Beach

Kizimkazi Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Mkunguni 0.6 km
Mtende Beach

Mtende Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Tanzania, Mtende 1.5 km
Michamvi Sunset Beach

Michamvi Sunset Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Pingwe 3.1 km
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Sandy beaches in Zanzibar South & Central

Paje Beach

Paje Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Paje 0.8 km
Pongwe Beach

Pongwe Beach
8.4
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 0.7 km
Kizimkazi Beach

Kizimkazi Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Mkunguni 0.6 km
Pingwe Beach

Pingwe Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pingwe 0.4 km
Michamvi Sunset Beach

Michamvi Sunset Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Pingwe 3.1 km
Filao Beach

Filao Beach
8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water, Sand bottom
Tanzania, Chwaka 1.1 km
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Beaches with shade in Zanzibar South & Central

Paje Beach

Paje Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Paje 0.8 km
Jambiani Beach

Jambiani Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
Tanzania, Jambiani 0.2 km
Mchangamle Beach

Mchangamle Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Dimbani 3 km
Pongwe Beach

Pongwe Beach
8.4
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 0.7 km
Uroa Public Beach

Uroa Public Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 6.5 km
Pingwe Beach

Pingwe Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pingwe 0.4 km
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Long beaches in Zanzibar South & Central

Paje Beach

Paje Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Paje 0.8 km
Jambiani Beach

Jambiani Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
Tanzania, Jambiani 0.2 km
Makunduchi Beach

Makunduchi Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Mtegani 2.2 km
Mchangamle Beach

Mchangamle Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Dimbani 3 km
Uroa Public Beach

Uroa Public Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 6.5 km
Kizimkazi Beach

Kizimkazi Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Mkunguni 0.6 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Zanzibar South & Central

Paje Beach

Paje Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Paje 0.8 km
Jambiani Beach

Jambiani Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
Tanzania, Jambiani 0.2 km
Makunduchi Beach

Makunduchi Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Mtegani 2.2 km
Mchangamle Beach

Mchangamle Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Dimbani 3 km
Pongwe Beach

Pongwe Beach
8.4
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 0.7 km
Uroa Public Beach

Uroa Public Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 6.5 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Zanzibar South & Central, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is fine sand of white color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 12 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 7 beaches in the region have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Zanzibar South & Central is less than 500 meters. 12 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Zanzibar South & Central beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Zanzibar South & Central's beaches

Kizimkazi Beach
10 Oomarina

We had a fantastic excursion to Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach! From the pick-up, boat ride, tour guide to the cuisine, everything was exceptional. He ensured that every detail was flawless for us.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is March - air temperature during this time warms up to 30.7°C and water up to 30.1°C. The coldest month is July - air temperature drops to 26.5°C and water to 26°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the region all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Zanzibar South & Central? In total there are 12 beaches and the most popular is Paje Beach.

Most viewed beaches of Zanzibar South & Central

Mtende Beach

Mtende Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Tanzania, Mtende 1.5 km
Jambiani Beach

Jambiani Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
Tanzania, Jambiani 0.2 km
Uroa Public Beach

Uroa Public Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 6.5 km
Kizimkazi Beach

Kizimkazi Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water
Tanzania, Kizimkazi Mkunguni 0.6 km
Pingwe Beach

Pingwe Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pingwe 0.4 km
Pongwe Beach

Pongwe Beach
8.4
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Tanzania, Pongwe 0.7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Zanzibar South & Central?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Zanzibar South & Central, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 12 beaches in total, of which about 10 can be called high-rated.

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Which beaches in Zanzibar South & Central are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

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