Kendwa Beach


The beach of Kendwa (Zanzibar Kendwa Beach) is a very popular place for relaxation and seclusion of tourists coming to Zanzibar . It ranks second in the rating of the best beaches of the island . Kendwa Beach is located southwest of Nungvi village and its beach , at a distance of 60 km from Zanzibar Island International Airport .

Relax on the beach Kendwa

Previously, Kendwa was a fishing village, like the Nungwi, but unlike the latter, it lost its influence and today nothing resembles fishing. Despite the fact that there are no sights in these parts, Kendva beach in Zanzibar is beautiful in its own way. It offers an amazingly friendly atmosphere, a wide strip of shallow white coral sand, tall tropical palm trees and excellent views of the ocean. From the shore one can observe the isolated and rather mysterious island of Tumbatu.

From the entertainment on Kendwa beach, the most popular are excursions to dolphins, canoeing or boating, you can also dive , snorkel or play volleyball on a sandy platform. This beach is great for those who are tired of the bustle and seeking peace and tranquility.

Accommodation and meals

On the beach a small number of hotels. However, there are a variety of options - from inexpensive guest houses to exclusive premium hotels with a wide range of services. Among all the hotels in Zanzibar , the Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel, Sunset Kendwa Beach Hotel, Gold Zanzibar Beach House and Spa Hotel are especially worth mentioning. The Kendwa Rocks Hotel in Zanzibar is immersed in the greenery of lush gardens. It is known for its luxurious rooms with superb views of the coast.

Cafes and restaurants on the beach Kendva, too little. If you come here for one day, then you should take your food and drinks with you. Tourists who arrived for a few days in Kendva, we advise you to visit restaurants at the hotels. For example, the Kendwa Rocks hotel has a restaurant serving international cuisine and Swahili cuisine. Here and in other restaurants, try local seafood dishes.

How do I get to Kendwa Beach in Zanzibar?

The first step is to fly by plane to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). In addition to direct flights to the island, you can use an alternative option, flying first to Dar es Salaam , and then to the ferry or domestic airlines to move to Zanzibar.

We have already mentioned above that the village of Kendwa is located next to the Nungwi. Strictly speaking, only the high wooden pier of La Gemma Dell'Est shares the beaches of these two villages. Therefore, if you need to move from one beach to another, you can use this berth. Another path to the Kendwa beach comes from Stone Town . Orientation on this route is the first turn, located about 5 km from Nungwi. The road passes through the village on a rough terrain, so when traveling alone by car, you have to be extremely cautious.