• Overview

Discover Zanzibar's best beaches with its spectacular sunsets, palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters & colorful coral reefs.

Whether you’re taking a trip from Tanzania to Zanzibar for some post-safari relaxation, a chilled beach holiday or a romantic East Africa honeymoon, the main draw of this African island paradise is the beaches.

But with so many stretches of white sand to choose from, how do you choose the best beach for the type of Zanzibar holiday you want?

Here is our comprehensive guide and map of the best beaches in Zanzibar – for swimming, snorkelling, sunbathing and staying at a beautiful beach resort.

Examples of the zanzibar.

  • Bwejuu Beach, Relaxation & Reef Safari
  • Michamvi Beach, a Remote Coral Lagoon

  • Nungwi Beach, a Lively Beach for Night

  • Kizimkazi Beach, Authenticity & Dolphin Safaris

  • Matemwe Beach, Local Culture & Scuba Diving