Tanzania

Kendwa

Kendwa Beach, situated in Tanzania, is a beautiful beach with stunning features. Its white sand and clear water are noteworthy, as are the tall perennial palms.

The beach is a well-known resort destination, offering ample space for vacationers. It features numerous facilities for both adults and children, ranging from budget guesthouses to exclusive 4 or 5-star accommodations.

Kendwa Beach provides a range of outdoor activities, including diving, snorkeling, surfing, and golfing. Excursion programs are also available, such as car trips, boat rides, fishing, and visits to Stone Town attractions and Jozani Chwaka National Park.

Discover top-rated stays near Kendwa Beach and enjoy the pristine white sands and clear waters.

The best time to visit Kendwa Beach is from July to March due to Tanzania's monsoon climate. Local travel agencies offer various excursion programs, making it easy for visitors to explore the area and enjoy their stay.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful white sand and turquoise waters of the beach, with many water sport activities available and a wide variety of restaurants to choose from. However, visitors complain about the beach vendors, who can be pushy and persistent in selling their goods and services, although some are local villagers with permits to operate.

Where to Stay near Kendwa?

Visitors to Kendwa often stay in beachfront accommodations, which are within walking distance to the stunning Kendwa Beach. They also explore nearby areas and towns, incorporating visits to Stone Town and Jozani Chwaka National Park into their itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Kendwa?

Latitude: -5.7540146 / Longitude: 39.2869467

Kendwa is located in Tanzania. The following map of Kendwa shows the exact location.

Kendwa: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
It's a beautiful day for the beach at Kendwa! The air temperature will reach a high of 28.2 °C. Expect some clouds in the sky, but plenty of sunshine too. The sea is very warm at 29.3 °C and the waves are calm, making it ideal for swimming. The wind will be moderate. The UV index will be high at 8.9, so be sure to apply sunscreen regularly.
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Air

Low / High27.2°C/28.2°C
Feels Like (High)35.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.3 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance38%
Rainfall0.2 mm
Rain Duration3 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:00/18:27
Sunshine Hours11.6 hrs
UV Index8.9
Cloud Cover42%
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Wind

Speed23.3 km/h
Gusts30.6 km/h
DirectionE

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