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Kidike Root Site (Pemba) – located just a few kilometers from Chake Chake (in Pemba’s central region) is this natural habitat. Here’s visitors may encounter the endangered Pemba Flying Fox (which is endemic to the island). Other animals are found here, too, such as Vervet Monkeys, Mozambique Cobras, Tortoises, Bush Crabs, Red eyed Doves, Mangrove […]
Kiwengwa (beach) – this east coast beach is 40 minutes away from Zanzibar city. A few of the fanciest hotels on the island have claimed spots near Kiwengwa, where pure stretches of white sand seem to go on forever. Kiwengwa is a fantastic beach if you are looking to splurge a little and enjoy the […]
Prison Island – located just 30 minutes (via boat trip) from Zanzibar, Prison Island (a.k.a. Changuu Island) provides a fascinating glimpse into the island’s dark past – this land was once used as a place where slaves were detained. When slavery was abolished, the British converted it into a camp where people with infectious diseases […]
Nungwi (beach) – located on the northern tip of Zanzibar island is this town, which is best-known as its dhow building center (35 km. north of Zanzibar city). In recent years, tourism has grown significantly here, with CNN listing it as one of “100 best beaches of the world” in 2014. In addition, there are […]
Pemba (island) – this is Zanzibar’s other main island (located 80 km north of Zanzibar island). Unlike Zanzibar (which has an active tourist sector), Pemba is still considered virgin territory to international travelers. Because of this, Pemba is ideal for both eco-tourists, as well as divers in search of unspoiled waters. Much of the island’s […]
Mangapwani (beach) – this beach is located a few kilometers west of Mangapwani village (in the island’s northwest coast). The activities that visitors here pursue include swimming, snorkeling, sea kayaking, diving, and water sports. Aside from that there are also dhow trips and nature trails plus visits to a dhow workshop.