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Swimming and paddleboarding
Swimmable water through the day
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Kendwa
A broad northern beach with swimmable tides and an easy, polished island atmosphere.
Plan Your Kendwa JourneyCountryZanzibar
Best timeJune – March
Recommended stay3–5 nights
GatewayZanzibar Airport
Ideal forSwimming · Sunsets · Families
Kendwa · ZanzibarThe DestinationKendwa,
A broad northern beach with swimmable tides and an easy, polished island atmosphere.
Kendwa,
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A broad northern beach with swimmable tides and an easy, polished island atmosphere.Kendwa's sheltered position brings clear water and less dramatic tidal change than much of Zanzibar. The beach is wide, sunsets are memorable and a choice of refined resorts makes it especially easy for couples and families.
We match the right camp, guide and pace to the season, then connect your stay smoothly with the rest of Zanzibar.
- Country
- Zanzibar
- Best time
- June – March
- Ideal for
- Swimming · Sunsets · Families
Signature Experiences
Each day is shaped around the landscape, wildlife and character that make Kendwa distinct.
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Sunset dhow cruises
Wide white-sand beach
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Mnemba snorkelling trips
Beautiful west-facing sunsets
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Private beach dining
Easy access to northern excursions
Why Travel Here
What Makes Kendwa Special
A broad northern beach with swimmable tides and an easy, polished island atmosphere. We will design your time here around the encounters that matter most to you.
Start planning- 01Swimmable water through the day
- 02Wide white-sand beach
- 03Beautiful west-facing sunsets
- 04Easy access to northern excursions
Seasons in Kendwa
These are useful regional patterns. Conditions vary each year, so we will advise on timing for the wildlife, activities and atmosphere you want.
Cool Dry Season
Comfortable beach weather, clear days and lower humidity.
Warm Dry Season
Hot, bright island days ideal for swimming and coastal escapes.
Long Rains
Humid, quieter and deeply green, with some coastal properties closing.
Handpicked Lodges in Kendwa
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Beach Resort
Zuri Zanzibar
Kendwa, Zanzibar
Barefoot island living, tropical gardens and warm Indian Ocean sunsets on Zanzibar’s north coast.
- Infinity Pool
- Spa
- Air Conditioning
- Restaurant
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