Tanzania, a popular safari destination, is also one of the nations with the most beautiful beaches in the world. To reach this magical African land only for its national parks is to miss an important part of its territory and what it has to offer, such as its islands.
The sea in Tanzania is absolutely worth visiting, not least because of the large number of attractions it presents, as well as the breathtaking views. The entire territory of this East African state is considered a protected area because it consists of indescribably beautiful places rich in flora and fauna.
Beaches are not the only reason that attracts millions of tourists from all over the world each year, as an emerald sea and several fish and coral reefs must also be added to these.
Also of note is the possibility of special excursions.
Planning a beach vacation in Tanzania
Tanzania’s coasts and sea are one of the most popular destinations for tourists who choose to plan unforgettable vacations filled with the sea and beautiful beaches. In order to make the best preparation, it would be good to know some useful details for organizing the vacation.
First of all, it is worth booking a hotel near the coast, for a reason that is not very difficult to guess: Tanzania’s beaches are envied by the whole world, and visiting them or taking a swim in the hours waters can be unforgettable. In addition to this, it is also ideal to know the type of currency that circulates there, namely the Tanzanian shilling, which has a value of 2664.19 for only 1 euro.
The best time to book a vacation to Tanzania, perhaps to one of its most famous islands, such as those in theZanzibar Archipelago, is from June through October. However, the remaining months are not ruled out, although they are divided into two long rainy periods, one of lesser intensity (October-December) and one with heavier rainfall, from March to May.
It is mandatory to have both a passport that possesses 6 months of validity and a visa, while a vaccine is not required for safe travel. The latter can be obtained either from the Embassy in Rome of Tanzania or directly from the Honorary Consulate in Milan.
What are the beaches in Tanzania to visit?
The most beautiful beaches in Tanzania are many, and it would be impossible to draw up an actual ranking to determine the absolute most beautiful, as all are judged to be true wonders.
Despite this, it can be said that the most popular stretches of sand can be found mainly on theisland of Zanzibar. There are, however, as many as 800 kilometers of fantastic beaches with white, almost crystal-clear sand that can attract the attention of a great many tourists. The names of the most famous beach resorts in Tanzania areMafia Island, Ushongo Beach, Pemba Island, Oyster Bay, Kunduchi Beach, Bongoyo Island, Gendayeka, Muyuni Beach.
As for the beaches of Mafia Island, these are famous white expanses that guarantee not only the opportunity to relax while surrounded by breathtaking scenery, but also to be able to snorkel, admiring fantastic sea creatures.
These include numerous tropical fish and even turtles, which can also be admired within the many marine parks on the island. The beaches of this uniquely named island are located about 25 kilometers from Dar es Salaam, a location that can be reached by plane or even by ferry from Nymamisati.
Just 50 km from the town of Tanga, on the other hand, is Ushongo Beach, peculiar because it is uncrowded and ideal for those who want to avoid crowding. One of the most curious features of this wonderful area is the possibility of excursions or even routes on dhors, characteristic Tanzanian boats.
Pemba Island, on the other hand, has even more distinctive beaches, because in addition to the wonderful white sand, there are magnificent mangroves rising in the middle of the water that make the area even more distinctive. If you want to photograph magnificent sunsets, however, you should go to the beach “Oyster Bay,” also near Dar es Salaam. However, the most beautiful beaches in Tanzania do not end here.
Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar
Vacation in Zanzibar
Beaches and beach excursions
If you are looking for a beach full of useful attractions to entertain all members of the family, then you should head to Kunduchi Beach, which is full of water amusement parks, swimming pools and more. In this mix of attractions there are also magnificent nature parks to visit or there is also the possibility of going deep into the Baobab forest.
Also characteristic are the beaches of Bongoyo Island, which are only two and are quite isolated, and that of Gendayeka, which stretches for several kilometers. Also special is Muyuni Beach on Mnemba Island, which offers several nature parks and the chance to see dolphins and turtles up close.
As it turns out, Tanzania’s beaches attract many tourists not only for the magnificent scenery, but also for the many excursions that can be taken, such as snorkeling, boat trips, visits to marine and even nature parks, and scuba diving activities. Thus, Tanzania remains one of the most popular destinations for tourists from all over the world.
