Zanzibar Quad Tour: Nungwi & Kendwa Villages, Cooking & Beach

Summary

Ride Zanzibar’s village trails, cook with locals, unwind on Kendwa Beach

You’ll ride quads through Zanzibar’s winding village paths with a local guide, try your hand at cooking coconut rice alongside welcoming villagers, and relax on Kendwa Beach tasting fresh fruit as fishermen bring in their catch. Expect laughter, sandy feet, and moments you’ll want to replay long after you’ve left.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect from a quad tour in Zanzibar — I mean, I’d seen the beaches in photos but somehow they never mention how the air smells out here. We started near Nungwi, engines rumbling under us, dust kicking up behind. Our guide Musa grinned and waved us forward. The sun was already warm but not harsh yet; you could hear birds somewhere off in the palms. Riding through those sandy tracks felt both wild and oddly peaceful — sometimes you get a whiff of salt from the sea, then suddenly it’s just earth and sun.

We stopped at this little village where kids ran up to see us (one tried to high-five me but I missed — classic). There was a woman named Asha who showed us how to make coconut rice. I definitely fumbled with the grater; she laughed and shook her head like she’d seen it all before. The kitchen was open-air, smoke curling up from the firewood. It smelled sweet and earthy at the same time. Eating together after — honestly, that rice tasted better than anything I’ve had in a restaurant. Maybe it was just being there with everyone.

Kendwa Beach came next — they say it’s one of the best beaches in the world and… yeah, I get it now. The sand is almost too white; it squeaks under your feet. We sat on a log eating fresh mango while fishermen pulled their boats ashore nearby. There was this easy rhythm to everything — nothing rushed or forced. I still think about that view sometimes: sky going gold over turquoise water, voices carrying from the fish market down the beach. Didn’t want to leave yet we had to head back eventually.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Quad tour with beach and village visit

• Enjoy serene beach experience
• Visit charming local village
• Participate in cooking activities
• Stop at Kendwa Beach
• Taste fresh local fruits
• Observe fishermen and fish market

Top questions

How long is the Zanzibar quad tour?

The quad adventure lasts about 4 hours from start to finish.

Is hotel pickup included for Nungwi or Kendwa?

Yes, transfers from hotels within Nungwi or Kendwa (+10km) are included.

What do we do during the village stop?

You’ll meet locals and join in cooking activities featuring traditional dishes.

Are food and drinks provided?

Yes, fresh fruit and refreshments like juice, soda, or water are included.

Can two people share one quad?

Yes—price covers up to two people per quad whether solo or paired.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

The quad ride is suitable for all fitness levels but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal/cardiac issues.

Do we get photos or videos from the trip?

Yes—high-quality images and video are provided free of charge after your tour.

What kind of quads are used?

The tour uses new CF Moto 520 quad bikes for all guests.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel transfers within Nungwi or Kendwa (plus 10km), guided quad excursions through Zanzibar’s villages and beaches, hands-on cooking activities with locals, fresh fruit with refreshments like juice or soda, plus free high-quality photos and videos to remember it all by before heading back in an air-conditioned vehicle.