Zanzibar · North Coast
Nungwi &
Kendwa
White sand. Turquoise water. Sunset dhow horizons.
The North Shore
The Indian Ocean
at Its Finest
Nungwi and Kendwa sit at the northern tip of Zanzibar — sheltered from the tide patterns that affect much of the island, which means the water is swimmable and serene throughout the day. The beaches here are what most people imagine when they picture Zanzibar.
Powdery white sand fringed with casuarina trees. Fishing dhows anchored in the shallows. Clear, warm water ranging from pale turquoise at the shore to deep sapphire at the reef. The pace of life here is slow, unhurried, and completely restorative.
AT ONE selects intimate boutique properties along the north coast — away from the crowds, with private beach access, and exceptional sunset views over the Indian Ocean. The ideal complement to any safari itinerary.
North Coast Experiences
What Awaits
Sunset Dhow Cruise
Board a traditional wooden dhow as the sun descends over the Indian Ocean — sundowners, fresh seafood, and the oldest form of East African sailing.
Snorkelling & Diving
The coral reefs off Nungwi are home to hawksbill turtles, reef sharks, manta rays, and vibrant schools of tropical fish in crystalline waters.
Turtle Conservation
Visit Nungwi's natural turtle lagoon where hawksbill and green sea turtles are protected, observed, and eventually returned to the open ocean.
Deep Sea Fishing
Charter a private boat for deep sea fishing in some of the Indian Ocean's most productive waters — marlin, tuna, sailfish, and barracuda.
Kendwa Full Moon
Kendwa Beach hosts Zanzibar's legendary monthly full moon beach parties — a cultural institution combining local music, dance, and a magical ocean setting.
Boutique Stays
AT ONE curates only the finest small boutique lodges and private villas — never the resort strip. Intimate, considered, and personally selected.