Photo of Jambiani Beach with white sand surface

Photo of Jambiani Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Jambiani Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Jambiani Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Jambiani Beach and the settlement

Photo of Jambiani Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Jambiani Beach - recommended for family travellers with kids

8.6

Excellent

Jambiani Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Jambiani Beach?

The bar is located right on the Jambiani Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Fadhil Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Jambiani, Tanzania

#1 out of 12 in Zanzibar South & Central

8.6

Excellent

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access White sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Jambiani • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant LOST SOLES Bar - Garden Beach Bungalows, Zanzibar

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Chinese Restaurant Cinnamon Hotel

8 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Bahari Pizza Restaurant Bungalows

9 - Excellent 80m

Italian Restaurant GEO Italian restaurant & pizzeria

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Vietnamese Restaurant Duyen - Vietnamese Homecook by Kim

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Chez Hassan

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Jiwe's Swahili Kitchen

9.8 - Exceptional 100m

Restaurant Fadhil Restaurant

9.6 - Exceptional 110m

Seafood Restaurant Gadea Boutique Hotel &Gadea Garden Italian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 110m

Park KIPEPEO BLUU GARDEN

230m

Park tangawiz

230m

Hiking Area Jambiani Village

500m

National Park Muyuni Forest

5.4km

Supermarket Karibu mini market

140m

Supermarket RAMA SHOP

190m

Supermarket Jambiani Supermarket

440m

Tourist Attraction Jambiani Beach

60m

Tourist Attraction Swahili Cave

990m

Tourist Attraction Kuza Cave

1km

Tourist Attraction Jaskinia Adamczyka

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Paje Beach

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Kuumbi cave

3km

Tourist Attraction Woo South

3km

Tourist Attraction Makunduchi Beach

7.9km

Historical Landmark Makunduchi Lighthouse

10km

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About

Jambiani Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 1th place out of 12 beaches in the Zanzibar South & Central region The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Jambiani Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Jambiani Beach is located in Zanzibar South & Central within Jambiani, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Jambiani • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant LOST SOLES Bar - Garden Beach Bungalows, Zanzibar

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Chinese Restaurant Cinnamon Hotel

8 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Bahari Pizza Restaurant Bungalows

9 - Excellent 80m

Italian Restaurant GEO Italian restaurant & pizzeria

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Vietnamese Restaurant Duyen - Vietnamese Homecook by Kim

9.4 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Chez Hassan

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Jiwe's Swahili Kitchen

9.8 - Exceptional 100m

Restaurant Fadhil Restaurant

9.6 - Exceptional 110m

Seafood Restaurant Gadea Boutique Hotel &Gadea Garden Italian Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 110m

Park KIPEPEO BLUU GARDEN

230m

Park tangawiz

230m

Hiking Area Jambiani Village

500m

National Park Muyuni Forest

5.4km

Supermarket Karibu mini market

140m

Supermarket RAMA SHOP

190m

Supermarket Jambiani Supermarket

440m

Tourist Attraction Jambiani Beach

60m

Tourist Attraction Swahili Cave

990m

Tourist Attraction Kuza Cave

1km

Tourist Attraction Jaskinia Adamczyka

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Paje Beach

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Kuumbi cave

3km

Tourist Attraction Woo South

3km

Tourist Attraction Makunduchi Beach

7.9km

Historical Landmark Makunduchi Lighthouse

10km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.4 (Very good)

What to do in Jambiani Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Jambiani Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Localities

Nearest

Jambiani • 280m

Transport

Airport

ZNZ • 37.4km

Bus Station

Morocco Bus Stand • 59.9km

Train Station

Central Railway Station • 63km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.6 Excellent

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Average Reviews rating

8.6 Excellent

Alex Thiel

10 Exceptional

Relaxed beach area with a tranquil feel.

Magdalena Pietrasz

10 Exceptional

Nice beach. If you want to buy a tour or suvernirs it wont be difficult. There are sellers at very corner

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Fau “Flower”

10 Exceptional

A very beautiful beach. Not crowded and very friendly local people. Watch out while walking on the beach because there can be sharp objects. It's a pity people leave litter. So wear water shoes.

Alexandra Dumitru

8 Very good

The beach is nice. Sometimes you can swim, other times you can look up for shells and tide leftovers. Not so nice is the road to it. Seems like there are two different worlds. One side you can see luxury resorts, instagrammable beach with palm trees, but on the other side you can see the poverty of the people who are living there

Emanuel S

8 Very good

I would say this is not a tourist beach comparing with Paje. Only some locals. Very quiet.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Jambiani Beach?

The coastline of Jambiani Beach is covered with snow-white sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Jambiani Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Jambiani Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

The Jambiani Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
Kite and windsurfing

Is the Jambiani Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Jambiani Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Jambiani Beach good for families?

Yes, the Jambiani Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Jambiani Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Jambiani Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Jambiani Beach?

Jambiani Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Jambiani Beach?

The bar is located right on the Jambiani Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Fadhil Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Jambiani Beach from parking?

The Jambiani Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Jambiani Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Jambiani Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kuza Cave located in 2.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Jambiani Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Jambiani Beach is March. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 27°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Jambiani Beach (Zanzibar South & Central) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Jambiani Beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.