Matemwe

Matemwe is a village located in Kaskazini A District of Unguja North Region on the north-eastern coast of Unguja, the main island of the Zanzibar Archipelago, between Mwangaseni and Kigomani. Its economy is mostly based on seaweed farming and fishing. or

Matemwe village is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of Zanzibar’s other beach towns. This is where locals and local expats prefer to spend their holiday time, and it’s an ideal destination if you are looking for a peaceful boutique hotel.

The village is small, but there are many small-scale hotels by the beach that offer wonderful food. The beach itself is magnificent — over 20 kilometers of perfect white sand. It’s possible to walk all the way to the villages of Kiwengwa and Pwanimchangani.

Another thing that lures people to Matemwe is its proximity to Mnemba Island, one of the best snorkeling and diving destinations in Zanzibar. From Matemwe it’s only a 30-minute boat trip away.