Coastal Tourism
Boasting romantic shores of unparalleled exoticness, rugged coral and limestone scarps form a sheltered backdrop to tranquil, castor sugar beaches that slope gently down into crystal - clear waters, abundant with marine life.

Tall coconut palms cast shadows over the white sands, swaying hammocks hung between their sturdy trunks while birds flutter between the green leaves and pendulous fruit high above. Swaying weeds and soft coral seething with minute organisms that are food for the larger species abound while schools of fish weave and dart around in kaleidoscopic ballets. Playful octopus, Cuttlefish, Sea-Urchins, and Sea Cucumbers can be seen at every point.

For the taste of the remote, the more peaceful, and off the beaten path destination, Mangapwani with its golden sands - fringed with palm trees and screw pines - has the tranquil atmosphere of a lost paradise.

Further up, on the northern tip of the island, is the popular Nungwi Peninsular, with its boat building industry, coral lagoons and Turtle Aquarium. On the southern tip of the island are some remote and rugged beaches, with adventures and activities to suit all tastes. Visitors can also enjoy dolphin watching at Kizimkazi.

Excellent visibility, steep wall dives; drift dives and world - class coral formations in the Menai Bay Conservation Zone offer world class deep water diving opportunities. Beach volleyball, horse riding, diving, snorkeling, wind and kite surfing and skittle just add to the range of fun.