Guide to Nungwi

Guide to Nungwi

Guide to Nungwi  : Nungwi Beach is the prettiest and the most popular beach in Zanzibar Island, Nungwi Beach is also one of the best beaches for 2018 by CNN. The beach is situated on the East Coast of Africa, Zanzibar and is situated at the north-western tip of the Island.

Nungwi Beach is a home to beautiful powdery white sand, crystal blue waters and exotic flora and fauna, the beach attracts a lot of tourists all year around and most of the establishments and businesses stay open through all the seasons of the year. Nungwi beach is a unique beach from other beaches situated on Zanzibar Island, the island have no big tidal effect which allows visitors to swim at any hour of the day. Another amazing fact about Nungwi beach is that accommodations (lodges and beach resorts) on this beach give tourists the ability to try different restaurants, bars, beaches and activities as opposed to other beaches in Zanzibar Island which have all-inclusive hotels which restrain all visitors to stay within the hotel and its beach.

 During your holiday in Nungwi Beach, you can stay at an hotel/resort close to the main beach with its hustle and bustle or choose to stay at Ras Nungwi a more secluded place situated 10 minutes way from the main beach.

RESTAURANTS

Nungwi Beach at its restaurants close their kitchen around 21:30 with an average dish costing US$ 7 – $ 15, the beach has many good restaurant for visitors to try during their Zanzibar holiday. Some of the restaurants include.

Langi Langi

Langi Langi has been in existed at Nungwi Beach for more than 20 years, the restaurant is situated on a deck above the ocean and this makes it a great place for romantic dinner during your holiday. Langi Langi offers great atmosphere and delicious food with reasonable prices, the restaurant specializes in spicy Indonesian Cuisine with best plates being fish and seafood in Curry or Masala.

Fisherman’s Grill

Fisherman’s Grill is a ideal restaurant if you are a person who don’t mind spending a bit more in return you will get the best quality in Nungwi, the restaurant has excellent food and fine selection of wines and big variety on its menu with ability for every to find something they link. Some of the dishes at the restaurant include elaborated seafood and meat cooked to perfection and make your mouth water.

Fisherman’s Grill is located in front of the Ocean

Nungwi Inn

Nungwi Inn is located right next to Spanish Dancer Divers, the restaurant is a great place to have lunch while on the beach with your feet in the sand and a candlelit romantic dinner. Nungwi Inn offers good sea food, plater, burger, Pizza, Pasta, Pork, Schniztel, club sandwich and more.

Baraka Bungalow

Baraka Bungalow an affordable restaurant on Nungwi beach offering tasty and great fish and seafood grill with rice and vegetables for dinner. The restaurant’s tables are on the beach, fish and sea food are on display for you to choose from. Baraka Bungalow is an excellent choice for dinner which at Nungwi Beach.

Mama Mia

Mama Mia is a great restaurant offering good Italian dishes and ideal for both lunch and dinner, the restaurant has the best Galateria in Nungwi where you can grab some homemade cream.

Badolina

Badolina is a great restaurant for vegetarian visitors, the restaurant has a Cozy environment for a romantic dinner, the restaurant has a good selection of wines and one of its top picks are Samurai Tuna, Bodicea and The Yogi.

The Corner

The Corner is a great place for visitors who fancy pizza, the restaurant offer Capricciosa, Diavola, Quatro formaggio, Napoli and many more.

Passion and Thyme

Passion and Thyme is a great place for a quick bite, the restaurant services delicious sandwiches, salads, quiches, pastries, coffee, and juices.

Local food

If you want to taste some real local food in Nungwi such as Chipso, Mayai(omelette with fries), Zanzibari Pizza or Mishkaki (beef or chicken skewers), the best place to checkout is Nungwi roundabout at night. This is where all locals hang out for street food in the evenings.

Mama Africa and Cocoa located outside the Nungwi Inn Hotel also serve a variety of local food such as the Pilau Samaki or Nyama (spiced rice with fish or beef), Mchicha (local spinach) or Makande (corn dish).

BARS

Bars in Nungwi Beach get empty before midnight in most days, as a visitor it is important not to get to the bar late. These bars include

Mangi’s Bar

Mangi’s Bar is one of the first bars to be opened in Nungwi and this is where you will find many of Nungwi’s expats, the bar is  a great place for a sunset drink on the beach. The bar hosts spontaneous parties which happen often and it stays open until the last man leaves.

Z Hotel Rooftop Bar

Z Hotel Rooftop Bar is another best place for a sunset drink over the sea while sipping on the bar’s favorite cocktail – a Dawa.

Beach Baby

Beach Baby is a seaview rooftop bar with a chilled atmosphere, the bar is a favorite spot for many visitors for evening drinks, good music, cold beer and a nice selection of cocktails.  At the restaurant fresh seafood BBQ is offered every evening, there is a dartboard in the bar which you can play to pass time.

Cocobello

Cocobello is an ideal place to party , the bar opens its doors to for any individual seeking to move their body to some of the best African rythms. This club opens twice a week that is Wednesday and Sunday and it normally gets filled with locals and tourists to dance the night away.

Kendwa Rocks

Kendwa Rocks is a great spot if you are looking for a crowded party, the bar is located on Kendwa Beach and it is open from 22:00 until in the morning.

ATTRACTIONS

On top of relaxing at the beach which a great retreat, Nungwi Beach has so many things to do during your vacation. It is safe to walk around the Nungwi village and during the low tide you can even visit Kendaw beach on foot which is located 20 minutes walk along the beach.

Snorkeling or diving

Snorkeling and diving are fascinating water activities to during your vacation to Nungwi Beach, Mnemba Atoll is a famous marine park in Zanzibar Island and it is situated just a boat ride from Nungwi. Mnemba Atoll hosts a rich variety of aquatic life and is where snorkeling and diving are mostly done.

During snorkeling or diving you get to encounter dolphins and other sea creatures.

 The fish market

Visiting the fish market is a thrilling experience with numerous moments worth capturing on camera, normally the local fishermen leave for their usual night fishing around 4 pm thus dotting the horizon with tens of dhows and their white-sails which is a sight see.

In the next morning at around 07:00 pm, the fishermen are back with catch of all shapes and sizes. In the fish market you will be able to see sea fish and various sea creatures you have never seen before and watch the locals as bid for the best catch.

Others attractions and things to do in Nungwi Beach include

• Dhow boats building
• Sunset cruises
• Visiting the Nungwi village
• Turtle Aquarium