Also, If you consider yourself a beach person and you plan on visiting Zanzibar, Mtende Beach definitely needs to be added to your list. The main section of the beach is situated between two rock formations, in a big cove. It’s absolutely stunning, and one of the coolest places to watch the tides change on the island. If you didn’t know already, Zanzibar is one of the places with the most drastic tides you must ever witnessed. Mtende Beach is just like most of the other beaches in that regard. Make sure you do your research and look up when the tides will be out and in whenever you’ll be visiting Mtende. When the tide is low you can walk all the way down the beach but when it’s high tide it comes all the way to the stairs.

Finally, end your adventure at the iconic Usumba Rock Restaurant. It's a special place where you can enjoy amazing views and the freshest seafood. It is built on two rocks made of treated wood, and connected with a walkway, where you can relax and enjoy traditional local food, a beer in the bar or the best views of the bay! When the tide rises, you can go down the stairs of our restaurant to swim. They also have a new Viewpoint, from where you can see the restaurant and contemplate the entire bay.