Major city · Tanzania
Jambiani
Spend 2–3 days in Jambiani: beach, bike rides, Kuumbi Caves and a dhow fish trip; travel time from Stone Town about 1–1.5 h by dala dala.
Jambiani is a 6 km fishing village on Zanzibar’s southeast coast. Most activities are within walking or bike distance, so a short stay covers beach time, a cave visit and a local fishing trip.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TZS
- Best months
- Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb
- avoid Mar–May (rainier)
- Airport
- ZNZ
- Nights
- 2
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- East Africa ↗Price park, reserve and permit fees before comparing lodges: they are charged per person per day, often with VAT, and are fixed whatever bed you choose.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Jambiani112 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Jambiani, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS).Tanzania-wide
- SIM or eSIMVodacom, Airtel, Yas (Tigo) and Halotel sell SIMs at airports; registration takes fingerprints and a passport.Tanzania-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; lodges provide filtered water.Tanzania-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% where no service charge.Tanzania-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Tanzania-wide
- SafetyJambiani is generally safe for tourists; keep valuables covered on the beach and use reputable transport operators.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and lodges; long-drops at some gates and picnic sites; squat toilets at bus stops.Tanzania-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police, fire, ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysGovernment offices close public holidays; on Zanzibar many local restaurants close by day in Ramadan.Tanzania-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportZNZ Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (About 1 h by taxi or shuttle; dala dala via Stone Town takes 2–3 h).
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a bicycle (≈ TZS 15,000 per day).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a beach barTZS 2,000–3,500
- BeerDala dala Stone Town → JambianiTZS 2,000
- Metro or bus rideShuttle bus (pre‑booked)$10
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personTZS 25,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget TZS 35,000 · Mid TZS 60,000 · High TZS 120,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ZNZ Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (About 1 h by taxi or shuttle; dala dala via Stone Town takes 2–3 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
May
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
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28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb. Avoid: Mar–May. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jun (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Jambiani: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Apr
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or rent a bicycle (≈ TZS 15,000 per day). Dala dalas run the Stone Town‑Jambiani route (≈ TZS 2,000, 1–1.5 h). Shuttle buses can be booked for $10 per person.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kuumbi Caves
goDoor to door: ≈ 15 min walk or 5 min bike
Bike or walk south along the beach, about 2 km (1.2 mi)Bike or walk south along the beach, about 1.2 mi (2 km)
Entry about $4 per person.
Swahili Cave
goDoor to door: ≈ 10 min walk
Walk north 1.5 km (0.9 mi) along the coastWalk north 0.9 mi (1.5 km) along the coast
Entry about $10 (≈ TZS 20,000).
Dhow fishing trip
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min (including travel to launch point)
Book through hotel or local operator, early morning departure from the beach
Often includes lunch with caught fish.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Mango Beach House
Small guesthouse with three rooms, personal service.
Garden Beach Bungalows & Restaurant
Beachfront bungalows, includes breakfast.
Marashi Beach House
Two rooms, ocean view, €25‑30 per night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- TZS 30,000–45,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- TZS 45,000–70,000 excl. bed
- High
- TZS 70,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room2 × 2 nights × TZS 40,000 | TZS 160,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × TZS 60,000 | TZS 240,000 |
| Dala dala Stone Town → Jambiani (round trip)2 × TZS 2,000 · check | TZS 4,000 |
| Bike rental per day2 × TZS 15,000 · check | TZS 30,000 |
| Shuttle bus per person2 × TZS 10,000 · check | TZS 20,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | TZS 45,400 |
| Trip total≈ TZS 124,900 per person per day, bed included | TZS 499,400 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a beach bar | TZS 2,000–3,500 |
| Seafood plate | TZS 5,000–8,000 |
| Bike rental (full day) | TZS 15,000 |
| Dala dala Stone Town → Jambiani | TZS 2,000 |
| Shuttle bus (pre‑booked) | $10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Dala dalas leave only when full; expect possible wait.
- Taxi from Stone Town costs around US$50; pre‑book to avoid haggling.
- Check cave entry fees (≈ USD 4) and bike condition before renting.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 112
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Dala dala Stone Town → Jambiani (round trip): about TZS 2,000, 1–1.5 h (check)
- Bike rental per day: about TZS 15,000
- Shuttle bus per person: $10, pre‑booked
Say or show
- Gani bei? — How much does it cost? (gɑːni beɪ)
- Nataka kukodisha baiskeli — I would like to rent a bike (nataːka kʊkodiʃa baɪskeli)
- Pwani iko wapi? — Where is the beach? (pʷani iːko wɑpi)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Jambiani. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Oct, Dec–Feb · avoid Mar–May (rainier) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike rental day for exploring caves and coastline.
- Book a shuttle bus in advance for faster, comfortable transfer from Stone Town.
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