Unguja Norte

Zanzibar North Essentials

Zanzibar North features a diverse range of historical and natural sites. The region is home to white-sand beaches like Kendwa and Matemwe, alongside the vibrant coral reefs of Coral Gardens. Beyond the coast, the area preserves significant history at the Mangapwani Coral Cave and the Slave Chambers, which served as illegal holding sites during the 19th-century slave trade. Wildlife conservation is highlighted at the Nungwi Marine Turtles sanctuary and Cheetah's Rock, while the Kiwengwa Caves and Fukuchani Ruins offer insights into the island's geological and architectural heritage.