Kizimkazi Village Tour

Kizimkazi Mtendeni is a fishing village located on the southern coast of Zanzibar, Tanzania. It is known for its historical significance as a once-walled city and is situated about three miles southeast of the Kizimkazi Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction in the area. The village offers boat tours for visitors to see dolphins in the surrounding waters.

Kizimkazi is positioned at approximately 6°27′S, 39°28′E in southern Zanzibar. The village has retained much of its traditional charm and remains relatively unspoiled by tourism, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a more secluded and tranquil experience. Visitors are recommended to stay for at least two weeks to fully immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings.

Visitors to Kizimkazi can engage in various activities such as water safaris to explore Menai Bay—the largest marine protected area near Zanzibar—where they can go snorkeling and dolphin watching. The area experiences drastic tide changes with low tide revealing shallow waters and sand patches ideal for swimming and snorkeling while high tide brings deeper waters closer to hotel rooms.