Nungwi & Kendwa Beach Escape

White sands, turquoise waters, and the beauty of Zanzibar

Escape to the northern shores of Zanzibar and discover two of the island’s most beautiful coastal destinations. With Back to Eden Adventure, spend a day between Nungwi and Kendwa, where soft white sands, warm turquoise waters, traditional dhow boats, and the rhythm of island life create the perfect setting to slow down and enjoy the Indian Ocean.

Begin your escape in Nungwi, a lively coastal village where Zanzibar’s fishing traditions remain part of everyday life. Walk along the shoreline, see local fishermen and traditional dhow boats, explore the village, or simply relax beside the ocean. The area offers a wonderful blend of natural beauty and authentic coastal life, giving you a glimpse beyond the beach resorts.

Continue to Kendwa, where a wide stretch of white sand meets clear, calm waters. It is a beautiful place to swim, relax, enjoy a refreshing drink, or simply let the day unfold at your own pace. As the afternoon comes to an end, stay by the beach and watch the sun slowly disappear over the Indian Ocean—a simple but unforgettable moment that captures the beauty of Zanzibar.

Whether you spend your day swimming, exploring, relaxing, enjoying fresh seafood, or simply walking barefoot along the shore, the Nungwi & Kendwa Beach Escape is about giving yourself time to breathe and enjoy the island. Back to Eden Adventure can shape the experience around your pace, creating a day that feels effortless, personal, and entirely yours.

Additional Information

The Nungwi & Kendwa Beach Escape can be booked as a standalone Zanzibar experience or included as part of a longer beach holiday or wider Tanzania journey.

The experience can be tailored to your interests, with time for swimming, beach relaxation, exploring Nungwi village, discovering traditional dhow boat building, enjoying local cuisine, or simply taking in the coastal scenery.

Nungwi and Kendwa are also excellent starting points for other ocean experiences, which can be added depending on your interests and sea conditions.

Back to Eden Adventure can arrange transportation from your Zanzibar accommodation and plan the experience around your preferred pace and schedule.

Contact our travel experts to include this beautiful northern coast escape in your Zanzibar journey.

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Across Tanzania and Africa, every destination brings its own character to an experience. Discover the places where this journey can unfold, from open savannahs and forests to wetlands and remote wilderness, each offering a unique landscape, atmosphere, and way to experience Africa.

Your Questions, Answered

Everything You Need to Know Before Your Experience

Every experience is unique, and we know you may have questions before your journey begins. From the best time to visit and what to bring, to what to expect along the way, our frequently asked questions provide the essential details you need to feel prepared and confident. Explore the answers below and discover how we make every experience with Back to Eden Adventure seamless, comfortable, and memorable.

You can swim, relax on the beach, explore Nungwi village, see traditional dhow boats, enjoy local food, and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.

Yes. Both beaches offer beautiful swimming conditions, although sea conditions can vary depending on the weather and tides.

Yes. Nungwi and Kendwa are close to each other, making it easy to enjoy both destinations during the same experience.

Yes. Depending on your interests and sea conditions, additional ocean activities can be arranged to make your day more adventurous.

Zanzibar is a year-round beach destination, but the dry months from June to October and January to February are particularly popular for sunny days, swimming, and other coastal activities.

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Incredible Safari Back to Eden Aventures did an amazing job organizing an incredible 10 day safari for our family of four. Their communication was timely, clear and fully transparent which made planning effortless. The itinerary was flexible and they added activities based on our preferences without any hassle. Thanks to their thoughtful planning, we thoroughly enjoyed our safari vacation and had an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Gift and his team.
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Incredible experience with Back to Eden Adventures As the Great Migration season kicks off in June, I'm excited to share my unforgettable Safari experience in Tanzania with Back to Eden Adventures. Their expert guide Hassan took us on thrilling game drives, bringing us face-to-face with incredible wildlife. We savored every moment, eagerly awaiting sightings of lions and cheetahs in action. The highlight of our trip was a luxurious 2-day glamping adventure deep in the middle of forest, with impeccable service from the staff. Special thanks to Laurent and Gift and for their exceptional customer service, which truly made our experience unforgettable. We highly recommend Back to Eden Adventures to anyone planning a Tanzanian adventure.
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7-Day Kilimanjaro Trek We recently completed the 7-day Machame trek with Back To Eden Adventures and it was an absolutely incredible experience. The entire team, from our guides to the porters, were exceptional. The itinerary was well-paced and allowed us to acclimatize properly. We enjoyed stunning views throughout the trek, and the campsites were well-chosen and offered incredible vistas.
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Great safari experience! Planned a trip for my parents and another couple, and they had an amazing time! They mentioned Laurent specifically took very good care of them during the whole tour and to their particular needs whether it was the food, their medical conditions etc. I definitely recommend this tour for safari in Serengeti. Reach out to Laurent! He's so easy to get along with and communicate with so that you can plan in advance with him before your trip.
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Amazing Kilimanjaro Experience An amazing experience in the Kilimanjaro! We did the Marangu Route and Back to Eden helped us with every step of the way: prior, during and after. From the logistic team to the porters and guide team, our experience in the mountain was incredible! Totally recommend them for small or large groups.
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Magical African Safari We had an amazing trip with Back to Eden Adventures. Everything was well organised and we didnt face any difficulties during the trip. They understood are requirements and curated a customised itinerary based on our needs. Our tour guide was also great and very helpful. It was a wonderful trip and we had a good time. Thanks to Back to Eden Adventures.
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Sérieux et disponible Organisation top en amont avec beaucoup de disponibilités et de réponses à toutes les questions. Le voyage est cher donc c’est important d’avoir un maximum de réponses pour s’organiser au mieux. La voiture était top et le chauffeur avait réponses à tout. Profitez

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