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Vacation on Zanzibar Island beaches - hidden bays, top resorts and recreation areas
You can find attractive beaches literally everywhere on Zanzibar Island; almost all of them are covered with white sand and surrounded by dense thickets of tropical plants. The most popular beach on the island is Kizimkazi 
located on the south coast; it’s ideal for family vacations. Despite the enormous popularity, this white sand beach is never crowded thanks to its impressive scale. The beach is characterized by very calm and peaceful atmosphere; there are no noisy entertainment venues and numerous salesmen with souvenirs, only magnificent nature and gorgeous sea.
Zanzibar is a great place for an activity holiday. Of course, most of the entertainment is connected with the ocean because Zanzibar is an island. Conditions for kitesurfing are almost … 
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Beach. That’s the complete opposite of quiet Kizimkazi. Active tourists are sure to enjoy this part of coast, as a variety of entertainment here is just huge. The beach has an old lighthouse with an observation deck, a great aquarium and water sports center. In the immediate vicinity of the coast there is amazingly beautiful coral reef attracting thousands of divers and snorkelers to these places. Another important feature of this sandy beach is close proximity to popular night clubs and bars, so there are always lots of young people resting at the coast.
Beach, which is one of the most inaccessible on the island. It won’t be easy to get there by yourself, as the road passes through a very difficult place. Travelers who aren’t afraid of obstacles have an opportunity to relax at a surprisingly quiet and beautiful beach. Local sand looks like sugar, that’s why the water off the coast also appears pure white. Going on vacation, be sure to take all the necessary staff and water. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
1. Zanzibar became a resort center not so long ago. Therefore, there are not many tourists here. The island belongs to Tanzania geographically. The island is quite safe and civilized. It has … Open
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Beach can be found on the territory of the eponymous fishing village. It will appeal not only to fans of relaxing and partying, but also to fishers, as all the necessary gear and accessories can be rented from the locals. Matemwe Beach can’t boast first-class equipment and a large selection of entertainment, but everyone can visit the picturesque restaurant, as well as buy fresh seafood and interesting souvenirs in the village.
The east coast of Zanzibar also has attractive beaches, including Kiwengwa . A few years ago this place has been a small fishing village, but today Kiwengwa is a great resort appreciated by connoisseurs of comfort. The beach is well equipped; colorful sun loungers and parasols made of straw are set there. The beach is characterized by very lively atmosphere; music and fun embrace visitors from the first minute. The resort is perfect for families with children, and young travelers won’t be bored.
Zanzibar offers travelers a decent selection of high-quality hotels. Many people choose the luxury hotel Maru Maru situated in Stone Town. The hotel occupies an amazing complex of stone … Open
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Beach and the eponymous resort attract tourists who wish to get acquainted with the life of the indigenous population. Every day locals are going to this stretch of coastline to collect crabs and other marine life during low tide; watching them remains one of the favorite pastimes of tourists. The large-scale beach Chwaka perfect not only for water activities, but also for walks originates nearby. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Zanzibar Island and surroundings
Interesting places in Zanzibar Island for your excursion
Mnemba island
From the series “The Most Beautiful Islands on the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Zanzibar Island center - 35.1 km.
On the island it was only a magnificent hotel, the Mnemba Lodge, which can accommodate no more than 20 guests. This unique hotel is popular with the world famous celebrities. The best time to visit the wonderful exotic island is the period from January to April. Apart from the chic hotel, the island has a lot of other interesting features: the large beaches and the lagoons with snow-white sand, hundreds of exotic plants and palm trees, as well as the strange animals. …
Read further Distance from Zanzibar Island center - 35.1 km.
Nature and parks of Tanzania for active vacation
National parks and reserves are the main wealth of Tanzania. Natural treasures made a country popular among tourists from all over the world. One of the most amazing parks is the Serengeti Park. It is known primarily for its amazingly rich flora and fauna. About 1.5 million wildebeest, 3 thousand lions, hundreds of thousands of zebras, as well as giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, rhinoceroses, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas live there. Guests of the park are invited to ride along the African plains on a jeep or bus, or fly over the reserve in a hot air balloon. The latter is especially spectacular during the Great Migration of Wild Animals. There is Lake Natron in the reserve, where a large population of flamingo lives.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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Travel guide to best natural recreation areas in Zanzibar Island for a quiet and secluded summer vacation. Fascinating hidden beaches, amazing bay and coves to sunbathe and swim in the gentle waters of the resorts of Zanzibar Island.
