Tanzania swahili coast beaches
Tanzania Beach holidays is your getaway to East Africa’s finest sandy beaches and historic places!
The perfect place to round off a dusty and adventurous safari on the Tanzanian mainland or an exhausting climb up Mt Kilimanjaro is in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Tanzania’s approximately 1,400 km long coastline is blessed with amazing beaches which are perfect for relaxing your mind. But if you are looking for a tropical paradise and some of the most beautiful, pristine beaches in the world, the archipelago of Zanzibar is your perfect choice. These islands are located off the Tanzanian swahili coast, not far from the largest city in Tanzania, the metropolis of Dar es Salaam.
Swahili means “coastal’ in Arabic, and the Swahili coast refers to Tanzania’s coastline and islands, a beautiful and historic region rich in history, natural beauty, art and culture. Ancient Greek manuscript show that the east coast of Africa was visited by sailing vessels in classical times. They referred to the coast as Azania, hence the name Tanzania (Tan – Tanganyika: Zan – Zanzibar: and Azania).
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Africa's best coastal places to visit
TANZANIA COASTLINE PLACES
Best beaches to visit in Tanzania
Tanzania’s Swahili Coast is nearly always overlooked as visitors flood to the more famous Zanzibar Archipelago.
Those who do look closer however will discover one of Tanzania’s most beautiful wilderness areas.
Beaches and Swahili towns
The beaches are idyllic — long stretches of deserted sand, interspersed with sleepy Swahili towns and tiny fishing villages. Once, the towns were important centres of trade, and home to Arab slavers, Swahili merchants and, later on, German colonials. Nowadays the trade has largely moved elsewhere and towns are quiet and gently crumbling.
The beautiful beaches however, remain. Stunning hideaways can be found amidst the tropical languor that pervades the coast and that soon catches up with visitors too.
When is the Best Time to Visit Zanzibar
With its white coral sand beaches, turquoise waters and laid-back island vibe, few destinations offer a sense of escapism quite like Zanzibar. Add to that plenty of sunshine and consistently pleasant temperatures, and it’s easy to see its appeal.
The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the dry season, which lasts from June to October, when temperatures hover at an average of 77°F. During these months, rainfall is at its lowest on the island, averaging 2.67 inches a month in June, 1.88 inches in July, 1.5 inches in August and two inches in September. In October, rainfall begins to creep up to 3 inches. The dry season also coincides with safari high season on the mainland in Tanzania, with many travelers factoring in a trip to Zanzibar post-safari. As such, expect the island to be busy during these months.
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When is rainy season in Zanzibar?
Zanzibar has two—the long rains and the short rains. Rainfall starts to creep up in mid-March, before the heavy, long rains arrive in April and May, when there can be as much as 16 inches of rainfall a day. During these months, it’s common for seasonal restaurants and shops to close, and life in general slows down as locals wait for the monsoons to pass. However, the rains clear the humidity left behind during the sticky east African summer, making the months that follow far more pleasant.
The warmest month is February, when average temperatures reach 82°F, with around 70% humidity. January and December both offer average highs of 80°F, with slightly lower levels of humidity, at 67%
According to skyscanner.com, the cheapest months to fly to Zanzibar are October and November, when airfares from the UAE average $432. Air fares are at their highest in July, starting from $600, followed by December, when they cost around $500.
According to kayak.com, accommodation rates are at their cheapest in April and November.
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