On the northernmost peninsula of Zanzibar, Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel is a cluster of whitewashed, palm-thatched cottages in rich tropical gardens overlooking the sparkling Indian Ocean. This is the place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings without forsaking first-class comforts. All 32 rooms are tastefully furnished, with hand-crafted four-poster beds and indigenous decor, balconies, air-conditioning and de luxe bathrooms. One of the most unspoilt beaches on the island, fringed by a wide and thriving coral reef, is ideal for walking, swimming and all forms of watersport. The sounds of the ocean round off your relaxing day in paradise.
Ras Nungwi
Fly to
Kilimanjaro (for Northern Tanzania), Dar es Salaam via Nairobi (for Selous, Ruaha, Zanzibar)
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes including transit stop
time difference
GMT +3 hours
Visas
Required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate required
Best time to travel
December - March, July - October
Weather
Due to Tanzania's proximity to the equator the climate is generally warm year round ranging between 25°C to 32°C, there are however regional variations. With two rain seasons, the long rains fall in April and May (into early June) and the short rains falls in October and November. The best times to travel are December, January, February or late June to early October.
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