Zanzibar Beach
Popular beach activities to do in Zanzibar
Beach sports
Zanzibar Island is the place to be if you love the sand, sun and sea. With many stretches of scenic beaches and miles of powdery white sand, an island is a perfect place for you to indulge in some fun activities. You can enjoy beach sports with your family and friends – a great opportunity to bond and have fun during the holiday. The popular beach sports include football, tennis and volleyball. Many waterfront resorts such as Dongwe Ocean View and Kichanga Lodge provide some sport facilities for their guests. Beach games are a favourite pastime in Zanzibar and the locals always look out for the opportunity to engage willing tourists. Game time is always a fun time on the Zanzibari beaches!
Diving
Scubadiving is an adventurous activity to try out on your visit to Zanzibar. The first time you take a breath under water will be a memory for ever. Scuba diving opens a whole new world – that of the world under the ocean. You can dive in the ocean if you’re an experienced diver. If you’re not, you can take classes at a number of certified dive centers dotting the island. Usually PADI certified, these dive schools teach and train hundreds of people interested in diving to dive for the first time, providing an appreciation of the safety and rituals of good preparation and communication. There’s a small group of 6 divers per guide and you will be able to escape the large crowds and still have fun diving in the ocean. The Rising Sun Dive Centre, as well as Buccaneer Diving are located on the South East of the island, easily accessible from both Kichanga Lodge and Dongwe Ocean View Hotel.
Kite Surfing
This surface water and wave-riding sport is a favourite past time on Zanzibar beaches. Lose yourself and have a refreshing experience surfing along the stunning shoreline. Steady and often gentle breezes make Zanzibar an ideal place to try for the first time. Tidal movements can create strong currents, so first-timers may want to slow down and kite-surf with experienced surfers. The beach is always colourful and filled with people kite-surfing or participating in other related activities.