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Top 10 Must-Visit Places in Zanzibar by Car

Thu - 24th Apr 2025

Zanzibar is one of the most adventure-filled islands, and one of the best ways to explore freely its beauty is while driving a car. Below is a list of the ten must visit places:

1. Stone Town

One of the first stops should include Stone Town, located centrally in the island. Discover narrow streets and tour around the Old Fort and local markets, (0-min, city centre).

2. Nungwi Beach

Head north towards Nungwi, famous for pristine white sand, breath taking water, and wonderful sunset. Great for swimming and boat excursions, (1.5 hrs, good condition roads).

3. Kendwa Beach

 Located near Nungwi, Kendwa is more tranquil, but just as gorgeous. Perfect for nightlife and beach lovers, (1 hour, 20 minutes, roads are in good condition).

4. Paje Beach

If you wish to relax or enjoy kitesurfing, then head southeast towards Paje Beach, (1-hour, good roads).

5. Jozani Forest

Home to the red colobus monkeys, a must-visit for nature lovers, (45 min, reasonable roads).

6. The Rock Restaurant

It´s not every day you can eat in a restaurant located on a rock in the ocean, (1-hour, reasonable roads).

7. Michamvi Sunset

A calm beach for watching sunsets and less popular than other profound breaths, (1 hour 10 min, reasonable roads).

8. Kuza Cave

A rare place where swimming in a cave with clear water is possible, (1 hour, roads are in poor conditions).

9. Kizimkazi

A little fisherman’s settlement famous for its calmest beaches and dolphin watching, (1 hour 15 min, good roads).

10. Mangapwani Slave Caves

A famous part of the island is where the history of Zanzibar is told, (40 min, reasonable roads).

Driving around Zanzibar is a lifetime adventure, so grab a car, hit the road and enjoy