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- Africa
- Tanzania
- Zanzibar
- Northern Beaches
Northern Beaches
There are many superb white beaches, warm waters and picturesque
villages around Zanzibar ideal for those wanting to get away from
the bustling town life, particularly along the northern east coast.
Modestly veiled women make bright splashes of colour along white
sandy stretches of beach, dhows with curved sails drift along close
to shore and fisherman offer their fresh catches of the day to the
simple seaside restaurants. Miles of pristine beaches are dotted
with pockets of guesthouses, particularly around Kendwa and the
fishing village of Nungwi, renowned for its tradition of boat
building, and one of the most popular locations, particularly with
a younger crowd. There is excellent diving and deep-sea fishing off
the coast. One of the most beautiful and isolated beaches is at
Matemwe. The small offshore island of Mnemba has a fine coral reef
for some of the island's best diving.
Information & Facts
Language
Swahili and English are the official languages. Several
indigenous languages are also spoken.
Money
The official unit of currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS),
divided into 100 cents. The tourism industry prices everything in
US Dollars and they are the preferred unit of currency. Major
currencies can be exchanged in the larger towns. Foreign exchange
bureaux in the main towns usually offer a better rate on travellers
cheques than do the banks. ATMs are available in major cities only.
Major lodges, some hotels and travel agents in urban areas accept
credit cards, but these should not be relied on and can incur a 10%
surcharge.
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