| Village: | Nungwi |
| Location: | Africa > Tanzania > Zanzibar |
What’s Plugged?
Reviews & Amenities
Top Descriptions
| Nungwi might just be the Zanzibar you’ve heard about. Soft and powdery white sand, lusciously blue water, a fairly decent party and sunbathing scene, enough half-decent restaurants to keep you busy, and a large enough stretch of beach to never feel overly crowded. You’ll pay for the experience, but this is one place on the island that may definitely be worth the money. Just don’t forget that this tourist-haven has been built around a poor and traditional Zanzibari village. – Daniel |
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Top Tips
| There are three pretty distinct (and beautiful) beaches to explore here (Nungwi Beach 1 , Nungwi Beach 2 and Nungwi Beach 3 ), an uneven smattering of high-end and midrange accommodation, and some good restaurants around the TZS15,000 mark. |
| Nungwi isn’t cheap by any means, although it can be fairly good value for East Africa. If you’re here on a budget, consider staying at the Mabwe Roots Bungalows out of town, eating at Seafood Restaurant and stocking up at the New Worldwide Supermarket and Grocery. |
| Taxis are overpriced here and boda-bodas thin on the ground. You may find yourself walking along the beach back home in the dark if you’re not careful, so prepare as best you can. |
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The Location
What should we know?
| Name in local script: | Add Data |
| Also known as: | Raw Nungwi |
| Tour operator(s): | Add Data |
| Rental operator(s): | Add Data |
| Port(s): | Add Data |
| Station(s): | Add Data |
| Terminal(s): | Add Data |
| Environment type: | ocean, white-sand beach |
| Location type: | rural, village |
| Religion type: | Christianity, Islam |
What can we see or do there?
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| Services: | Add Data |
| Shops: | New Worldwide Supermarket and Grocery |
| Animals: | Add Data |
| Birds: | Add Data |
How much will it cost us?
| Currency: | Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) |
| Average daily budget: | TZS94,500 |
When should we go there, and for how long?
| Average time taken: | 5 nights |
| High season: | December |
| Low season: | March, April, May |
How can we get in contact?
| Language(s): | English, Swahili |
| Timezone: | UTC+03:00 |
| Country calling code: | 255 |
How can we get there?
| Coordinates: | -5.7245, 39.29781 |
| Geographical feature: | Indian Ocean |
The Directions
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The Directions
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The Directions
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What are the numbers and averages?
| Number of attractions visited: | 5 |
| Travel time to attractions: | 30 minutes |
| Travel time to next location: | 1 hour, 30 minutes |
| Altitude: | sea level |
| Population: | 5563 |
| Size: | Add Data |
What else would be good to know?
| Wikipedia: | Nungwi |
| Wikitravel: | Nungwi |
| Tripadvisor: | Nungwi |
| Local tourism: | Add Data |
| Emergency service(s): | Add Data |
| Travel advisories: | UK Government |
| Healthcare: | Add Data |
| Weather: | AccuWeather |
| News: | Add Data |
| Public holidays: | Office Holidays |
Local Availability
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Beer (multinational) | 500ml | Add Data |
| Beer (national) | 500ml | Add Data |
| Fizzy drink | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Fruit juice | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Gin (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Gin (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Milk | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Oil | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Rum (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Rum (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Vodka (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Vodka (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Water | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Whisky (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Whisky (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Wine | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 100g | Add Data |
| Apples | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bananas | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bell pepper | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bread | 1 loaf | Add Data |
| Carrots | 1kg | Add Data |
| Chillies | 1kg | Add Data |
| Chocolate (multinational) | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Chocolate (national) | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Coconut milk | 1 can | Add Data |
| Cucumber | 1kg | Add Data |
| Eggs | 1 dozen | Add Data |
| Garlic | 1kg | Add Data |
| Ginger | 1kg | Add Data |
| Honey | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Ice cream | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Jam | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Onions | 1kg | Add Data |
| Oranges | 1kg | Add Data |
| Pasta | 1kg | Add Data |
| Peanut butter | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Peanuts | 100g | Add Data |
| Potatoes | 1kg | Add Data |
| Raisins | 100g | Add Data |
| Rice | 1kg | Add Data |
| Sandwich | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Tomatoes | 1kg | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal shampoo | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Conditioner | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Condoms | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Deodorant | 1 can | Add Data |
| Floss | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Hand sanitizer | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Laundry soap | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Razors | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Sanitary towels | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Shampoo | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Soap | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Tampons | 1 box | Add Data |
| Toilet roll | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Toothpaste | 1 tube | Add Data |
| Washing powder | 1 box | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Antiseptic cream | 1 tube | Add Data |
| Bandages | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Chapstick | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Contact lens solution | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Headache tablets | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Ibuprofen | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Mosquito repellent | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Nail clippers | 1 set | Add Data |
| Plasters | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Sun cream | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Sunglasses | 1 pair | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Batteries | 4-pack | Add Data |
| Chilli powder | 100g | Add Data |
| Cigarettes (multinational) | 20-pack | Add Data |
| Cigarettes (national) | 20-pack | Add Data |
| Coriander | 100g | Add Data |
| Cumin | 100g | Add Data |
| Fuel | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Internet | 1 hour | Add Data |
| Lighter | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Matches | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Paprika | 100g | Add Data |
| Travel multiadapter | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Travel plug | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Turmeric | 100g | Add Data |
| Stock | 1 pack | Add Data |
Local Cuisine
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast (continental) | TZS20,000 | |
| Breakfast (cooked) | TZS25,000 | |
| Burger | TZS13,000 | |
| Burger (cheese) | TZS12,000 | |
| Burger (vegetarian) | TZS12,005 | |
| Cake (slice) | TZS15,000 | |
| Calamari | TZS14,750 | |
| Calzone (large) | TZS13,000 | |
| Ceviche | TZS25,000 | |
| Curry (generic – meat) | TZS14,667 | |
| Curry (generic – vegetable) | TZS19,500 | |
| Fillet (beef) | TZS22,000 | |
| Fillet (fish) | TZS60,000 | |
| Fish and chips | TZS14,500 | |
| Fish fingers | TZS14,667 | |
| French fries | TZS6,000 | |
| Fried (chicken) | TZS15,000 | |
| Fried (fish) | TZS27,500 | |
| Fruit salad | TZS7,667 | |
| Grilled (fish) | TZS20,000 |
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Ice cream (scoop) | TZS6,250 | |
| Ice cream (sundae) | TZS24,000 | |
| Lasagna (vegetarian) | TZS16,000 | |
| Lobster | TZS55,000 | |
| Noodles (meat) | TZS13,000 | |
| Octopus | TZS19,250 | |
| Omelette | TZS7,000 | |
| Pancake (simple) | TZS8,000 | |
| Pasta (meat) | TZS21,200 | |
| Pasta (vegetable) | TZS15,600 | |
| Pilau rice (meat) | TZS15,000 | |
| Pizza (simple) | TZS10,500 | |
| Pizza (loaded) | TZS16,500 | |
| Prawns | TZS38,000 | |
| Quiche | TZS22,000 |
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Salad | TZS12,000 | |
| Salad (meat) | TZS12,667 | |
| Sandwich (basic) | TZS10,000 | |
| Sandwich (loaded) | TZS13,000 | |
| Soup (meat) | TZS14,667 | |
| Soup (vegetarian) | TZS9,750 | |
| Spring rolls | TZS12,000 | |
| Steak | TZS15,000 | |
| Stir fry (meat) | TZS13,000 | |
| Stir fry (vegetable) | TZS10,000 | |
| Whole (fish) | TZS27,500 |
| Beverage | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Alcoholic mixed drink | TZS11,000 | |
| Bailey’s (shot) | TZS7,000 | |
| Beer (multinational) | TZS5,000 | |
| Beer (national) | TZS5,000 | |
| Brandy (shot) | TZS7,000 | |
| Cider (bottle) | TZS7,000 | |
| Coffee | TZS3,000 | |
| Fruit juice (fresh) | TZS4,000 | |
| Gin (shot) | TZS8,000 | |
| Milk | TZS8,000 | |
| Milkshake | TZS8,500 | |
| Red Bull | TZS8,000 | |
| Rum (shot) | TZS8,000 | |
| Smoothie | TZS6,500 | |
| Soft drink | TZS2,400 | |
| Tea | TZS3,000 | |
| Tequila (shot) | TZS7,000 | |
| Vodka (shot) | TZS8,000 | |
| Water (2L) | TZS4,750 | |
| Whisky (shot) | TZS9,000 |
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