8 Reasons Why Nungwi Beach Is A Top Tourist Destination

8 Reasons Why Nungwi Beach Is A Top Tourist Destination

8 Reasons Why Nungwi Beach Is A Top Tourist Destination : Africa is a home to a wide range of stunning beaches with the Atlantic Ocean on the western Coast and the Indian Ocean on the eastern part of the continent which has made it a great destination for beach lovers and surfers.

Among the famous beach destinations on the Africa continent is Zanzibar Island with some of the world-most famous beaches, Zanzibar is located on the East Coast of Africa along the shores of Indian Ocean.

Zanzibar boosts colorful history as an important trade center  during the spice trade of the 16^th to 17 century and slave trade, Zanzibar Island also known as The Spice Island still boasts production of spices such as cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon among others.

Zanzibar Island has become a top destination for individuals seeking for a tropical destination to enjoy clear waters of the ocean, white sands and the African Surf.

Nungwi Beach is one of the major beach destinations on Zanzibar Island and is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, Nungwi Beach is situated at the north-western tip of the island with powdery white sand, crystal blue water and exotic flora and fauna.

Nungwi Beach is one of the world’s recognized island paradises and here are the 8 reasons to why  it should be your next island tropical destination to visit.

1. Warm temperatures all year round

Zanzibar Island where Nungwi Beach is found is located around the equatorial region thus getting warm sunny weather for the most time of the year, the beautiful weather experienced on the island and Nungwi beach makes it a perfect destination to get your tan on. However, watch out for the occasional rain and storms before your visit.

2. Amazing sunset views

Nungwi Beach runs along the western coast to the northern tip of Zanzibar Island, because of the location of the beach you will have a chance to witness amazing sunset views and get social media worth photos.

At Nungwi Beach, visitors can enjoy a drink on the rooftop bar as the sun sets over the tropical horizon. Sunset cruise on a Dhow boat is also offered at Nungwi Beach, the cruise makes Nungwi to be a popular romantic destination for couples.

3. Experience nature up close

Nungwi Beach offer visitors an opportunity to experience nature up close and one of the best site to do it is Mnarani Natural Aquarium situated in the northern part of the village. This conservation site is run by the locals and is foused on rescuing green and hawksbill turtles and releasing them back into the waters during the month of February.

During your beach holiday, tourists can wade through the shallow waters during the low tide and see colorful shells and small marine animals. The local residents of the area gather seafood in the tide pools just beyond the beach. Cows also tend to roam around thesouthern part of Nungwi beach.

4. Thriving nightlife

As the sunsets, Nungwi Beach continues to thrive with its vibrant nightlife perfect for those seeking to have fun with a few drinks in hands.  One of the beautiful places to visit after the sunsets include Cholo’s Bar – the oldest bar in Nungwi and the most popular bar on the beach for hosting parties on Thursday nights. Another most popular bar in Nungwi village is Mangi’s Bar, the bar is a great place for a sunset drink before the party starts.

5. Enjoy local flavors

A holiday to Nungwi Beach will not be complete without getting a taste of the local cuisine which is served at various restaurants, these restaurants cater to everyone’s taste. Restaurants on Nungwi Beach vary from French Fusion dishes, classic Italian to local dishes tourists may want to try during their vacation.

The best place to try out the local Zanzibar flavors is the Chef Bakery and Munira Resturant located in the village market, this restaurant is known for serving the best Zanzibar food in the village.

6. Dhow boat building activities

Building of the dhow boats from scratch is a fascinating occasion to watch and is one of the must do activities in Zanzibar, the dhow boat is a generic term for sailing vessels used in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean region. This type of boat is used by most fishermen to catch fish and other sea food in Zanzibar.

The dhow boats are constructed along the beach near the fish market and tourists of the island and Nungwi beach can come and see the techniques used in building these vessels, also tourists can participate in building these vessels. Some of the fishermen offer dhow boat building lessons.

7. Walking around the village

Nungwi village has a lot of things to see around Nungwi Village, the village has very hospitable people who are used to seeing tourists and they are ready to assist where need be. During the walk around the village one of the best and exciting places to visit is the village market, in the market you will have a chance to purchase a lot of items ranging from local fruits and vegetable to souvenir items.

The village Market is also a good place to try more of the local delicacies and snacks such as date nut bread, fried plantains and cassava. There is also spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves which are sold almost in every stall and you can purchase them at a fair price in case you need to take some home.

Note: while on a walk in the village, remember to cover your legs and shoulders in respect to the local culture.

8. A Hodgepodge of culture

Nungwi Beach is a hot spot for different cultures and traditions on Zanzibar Island, the beach is located on Zanzibar Island which is an important location for the spice trade and as a result the island has a mixture of Indian, Asian, European and African Cultures. The cultures and traditions can be witnessed through the locals’ livelihood, religion, values and cuisine.

Nungwi beach still remains o the best and most popular beachs on Zanzibar Island that is why it should be your next tropical destination for unforgettable experience.