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A pristine tropical beach resort with traditional thatch-roofed bungalows featuring blue doors along a rocky limestone shore, with turquoise shallow waters and white sand coves typical of Zanzibar's northern coastline. - Photo by Med J on Unsplash
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Zanzibar Archipelago (Nungwi, Kendwa & Pongwe coastlines)

A curated tour of Zanzibar's distinct beach personalities—party-friendly north shore, tidal east coast, and secluded boutique-hotel pockets—rather than a generic 'Zanzibar is beautiful' overview.

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A pristine tropical beach resort with traditional thatch-roofed bungalows featuring blue doors along a rocky limestone shore, with turquoise shallow waters and white sand coves typical of Zanzibar's northern coastline. - Photo by Med J on Unsplashbest of list

Zanzibar's Best Beach Escapes: From Nungwi's Nightlife Shores to Pongwe's Hidden Coves

Six Zanzibar beach towns ranked by tide, vibe and distance from Stone Town — from Nungwi's nightlife shores to Pongwe's sheltered private cove.

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Zanzibar Archipelago (Nungwi, Kendwa & Pongwe coastlines)