Northeast Zanzibar
Uroa Beach
Fishing dhows, kitesurfing and easy access to Stone Town
About Uroa Beach
Uroa is a working fishing village with a long shallow lagoon, popular with kitesurfers when the kaskazi and kusi winds blow. It is only 45 minutes from Stone Town, which makes it one of the easiest beaches to combine with the city and Jozani Forest.
Best time to visit
Tide information
Things to do
- Kitesurfing lessons
- Fishing trip with local crews
- Jozani Forest excursion
- Stone Town and spice farm tour
- Sandbank picnic
Nearby hotels
- · Uroa Bay Beach Resort
- · Zanzibar Bay Resort
- · Sultan Palace Beach Retreat
- · Karafuu Beach Resort nearby
Nearby restaurants
- · Uroa Bay beach restaurant
- · Local Swahili grills in the village
Where it is
Getting around from Uroa Beach
Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
Excursion stops on the way: Spice farms (Kizimbani) · Kiwengwa Caves
Stone Town
Excursion stops on the way: Stone Town old quarter · Mangapwani Slave Caves
Nungwi (North)
Excursion stops on the way: Mkokotoni fish market · Kidichi Persian Baths
Paje (East Coast)
Excursion stops on the way: Jozani Forest (red colobus) · Zanzibar Butterfly Centre
Kizimkazi (South)
Excursion stops on the way: Jozani Forest · Kizimkazi Dolphin Point
Distances and drive times are planning estimates for a private transfer; traffic in Stone Town can add 15–20 minutes.
Travel tips
- Best base if you want beach plus frequent city trips.
- Ask before photographing fishermen and their boats.
Tours & excursions from Uroa Beach
Every tour includes hotel pickup from this beach. Tell us where you are staying and we handle the rest.
Frequently asked questions
Is Uroa good for kitesurfing?
Yes — the shallow lagoon and steady seasonal winds make it a solid alternative to Paje with fewer riders.