Tanzania's Mainland Coast

The appeal of the offshore islands in the Zanzibar Archipelago means that Tanzania’s mainland beaches are rarely visited. We’ve seen them for ourselves though, and we’d definitely recommend their laid-back charms. 

Pangani feels like the Zanzibar of 40 years ago, whilst Ras Kutani’s tranquil beaches just a few hours' south of Dar es Salaam feel a million miles removed from the bustle of the city. Tanzania’s principle city remains more of an overnight stop than anything else, but a couple of great hotels make it worth visiting.