Jambiani Beach, Zanzibar

A long stretch of white sand and turquoise water on the south-east coast of Zanzibar, beside a relaxed fishing village. The tide goes out a very long way here, revealing the seaweed farms tended by village women and the outrigger fishing boats (ngalawa) resting on the sand. At high tide it's perfect for swimming, and the steady trade winds make it good for kitesurfing.

It's quieter and less developed than the beaches in the north, with small bungalows and guesthouses run by local families, such as Shehe Bungalows. Many offer village walks, seaweed-farm visits and boat trips. Kizimkazi, to the south, has dolphin-watching trips.

Take a taxi (about 1 hour) or a dala-dala minibus (longer) from Stone Town.