Jambiani Zanzibar is a group of villages on the Tanzanian island of Unguja, part of Zanzibar. It is located on the southeast coast between Paje and Makunduchi. Jambiani has a strong seaweed culture with many farms dotting the coastline and employing 15,000 locals, mainly women.
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Jambiani Beach
The beach at Jambiani is about 7km long, featuring powdery white sand, crystal-clear turquoise water, and swaying palms. Its expansive inlet of shallow water is perfect for a wide range of activities such as snorkelling, Scuba diving, and surfing. Jambiani Beach is also a perfect place to indulge in windsurfing or kitesurfing due to its stable seashore winds.
Blue Lagoon
Located in Dongwe, just a 15-minute drive from Jambiani, Blue Lagoon is one of the best snorkelling spots on the island, featuring beautiful corals and fish species. The depth range is between one to four metres and the underwater world is visible enough to explore.
The Rock Restaurant
Visit the Rock, a renowned restaurant situated on a rock, right in the middle of the Indian Ocean, for delicious food prepared with local ingredients. It offers stunning views of the ocean and its surrounding areas.
Jozani Forest
Located just 15 minutes by car from Jamibiani, Jozani Forest is a great place for nature lovers. The forest is home to the extremely rare Red Colobus Monkey and other monkey species, as well as a variety of bird species. You can take a day trip to the forest to explore its natural environment.
Zanzibar has a tropical climate and can be visited year-round. But for a sunny experience, it is best to avoid the rainy seasons from mid-March to the end of May and then the ‘short rains’ November.
If you visit Zanzibar specifically for diving, it is good to know the diving on the north coast is excellent from June to October, and the south coast is best between November and March.
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