South coast

Things to Do in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar

Kizimkazi, on the far south coast, is Zanzibar's dolphin village and home to one of East Africa's oldest mosques. Boats leave at dawn, when the sea is flat and the pods are active.

  • Dolphins
  • Early risers
  • Reef diving
  • Quiet

Dolphin trips done responsibly

Go early, keep the boat count low and stay in the water rather than chasing — the calmer the approach, the longer the encounter.

Beyond dolphins

The southern reefs offer excellent diving, and the 12th-century Kizimkazi Dimbani mosque has original Kufic inscriptions.

Combine it

Kizimkazi pairs naturally with Jozani Forest on the drive back north.

Getting to Kizimkazi

About 1 hour by road from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ).

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Kizimkazi questions

How far is Kizimkazi from Zanzibar Airport?

About 1 hour by road from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ). JAMBO prices private transfers by zone, so you see the exact fare for your hotel before booking rather than negotiating on arrival.

What is Kizimkazi best for?

Dolphins, Early risers, Reef diving, Quiet. Go early, keep the boat count low and stay in the water rather than chasing — the calmer the approach, the longer the encounter.

Can I book excursions from Kizimkazi?

Yes. Every JAMBO experience includes hotel pickup pricing, so you can book Safari Blue, Mnemba snorkelling, Stone Town or Jozani from Kizimkazi and we work out the transport.

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