Pongwe

Imagine being able to witness how wonderful nature can and is, once you encounter it in its natural form, without the violent impact of man or without running the risk of having a bad or unpleasant experience. All this without having to travel miles away from the hotel where you are staying, without having to stop enjoying the tropical view and of course without having to leave your comfort.

All good things are achieved (and bad things are avoided) once we determine the ideal route to travel and explore, and it is for this reason that Pongwe is just the decision that fits each of these perceptions.

La extensión de su playa, mucho más pequeña que Jambiani, hace que su costa sea mucho más acogedora, en ella puedes presenciar un sin número de estrellas de mar, todas son arrastradas a causa del oleaje, por lo que están en la arena como un adorno esperando ser apreciado por los visitantes.

What to do in Pongwe beach

One of the most outstanding qualities that you will find in Pongwe is its temperature change with the tide, because on the hottest days the water drops noticeably which makes it possible for you to cool off with a delicious and refreshing bath.

Aunado a ello, te vas a encontrar con diferentes actividades, las cuales van desde el usual buceo hasta campamentos donde puedes explorar el océano en botes o el interior de la playa, aquí se hallan diversas ruinas de las reservas que existieron en las primeras construcciones de locales históricos en la playa.

On the other hand, Pongwe is surrounded by luxurious decorations, which invite to be appreciated when the sun goes down, each of its hotels maintain outdoor activities, where both guests and tourists staying in other residences can participate.

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Pongwe beach, the luxurious beach of Zanzibar

This beach is considered one of the most luxurious in Zanzibar, since all its architecture has been preserved to preserve nature and at the same time to enhance the structures that unite the material with the natural, in this sense you will feel the concept of "man and nature" from a completely new perspective.

And, if you want to expand your experience and not just stick to the traditional activity options, here are some other ideas that will be of great help once you find yourself in Pongwe and want to get out of your comfort zone.

  • Stroll along the incredible beaches, en la marea baja es momento perfecto para que puedas dar un paseo por la playa, esto lo logras gracias al alquiler de barcos o lanchas, las cuales vienen con un guía que se encargará de darte un paseo seguro.
  • Excursión al centro del pueblo, visitando la constructora de barcos, de jabón y crema de algas, creados solo con  productos naturales, sin que se dañe o deteriore la naturaleza de la playa.
  • Travelers visit the cafes, stores and souvenir stores, which are affordable and cozy, located near the coast, where there is also a market and a post office, all this near the people who are staying in hotels near the beach, but away from the central part of town.
  • The Beach mini-golf, is another activity that many tourists do in Pongwe, here the beach is adapted so that you have the ideal space and you can play comfortably, this is possible because there are very few tourists on this beach, which allows you not to feel the suffocation of more visitors.
  • The windsurf, is recommended for when the tide is high, the swell makes it perfect for the practice of this sport and if you are a beginner, you will get instructors who will give you the precise guidance so you can enjoy your beginnings in windsurfing without putting your life at risk.
  • The Kayak On the contrary, it is recommended for when the tide is calm and there is little swell, in this sense the whole beach and other more natural areas are toured, excursion visits are made where marine nature is the main protagonist.
  • Some hotels have small water parks, ideal for the little ones at home, in case you prefer the infants to enjoy the water of the pool and not the sea directly.
  • The water inflows in the coral reefs are a unique experience, we recommend a tour near them to live the moment.
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A walk on Pongwei Beach

At Pongwe beach, If you are one of those demanding people who wish to have only the closest thing to perfection in terms of landscapes, attention and hotel and food options, this will be the ideal place for you, since all of Pongwe beach is known for having these attributes, and for offering prices that meet these expectations.

Therefore, enjoying your vacation, either with your family, partner or alone, will be the best memory you are about to create thanks to Pongwe and the marine, gastronomic and cultural wonders it has to offer.

What is the best beach in Zanzibar other than Pongwe?

If you are in Pongwe and you wish to visit another beach that is better and unequaled as the previous mentioned, your best route will be the beach at Pageboy, Since it is one of the least crowded and nature remains practically intact, outdoor activities are diverse, both in the sea and in the nearby lagoons, and it should also be noted that they also have mixed waves.

Es decir, la marea es mucho más alta que en otras playas como Kendwa, pero no tan agresiva, por lo que sin riesgo puedes darte un baño y apreciar los colores del agua cristalina y el espectáculo de su flora y fauna silvestre.

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