Uzi Island
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Label : Hidden Gem
Tags : Island
Length : 6 kilometres
Time Required : 2-3 hours
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Uzi Island, Zanzibar Overview
Uzi Island, located in the southern part of Zanzibar, is a quiet and untouched destination. With a length of 6 kilometres, it's the second-largest among the smaller islands around Zanzibar. Home to around 6000 people, Uzi Island provides a glimpse into rural Zanzibar life, showcasing its simplistic culture and traditions. The island is lush with mangroves, banana plantations, baobab trees, and beautiful white sand beaches.
Uzi Island is part of the Menai Bay Conservation Area, preserving a variety of ecosystems like mangrove forests, sea grass beds, freshwater forests, and coral reefs. Nature lovers can enjoy encounters with dolphins, African Sea Eagles, and protected marine turtles. The residents of the island mainly indulge in fishing and farming. Visitors can enjoy activities like kayaking through mangrove forests, dhow tours to explore the island, engaging in seaweed farming, and bird watching.
Must Know Before You Visit Uzi Island
Things to Remember :
- Remember to cover your knees and shoulders to respect local customs on Uzi Island.
- Keep in mind that there are no bars, restaurants, or hotels on the island, preserving its natural beauty.
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How to Reach Uzi Island
You can also catch Dala Dala number 334 from Uzi to Stone Town, which takes around an hour. But when the tide rises, the road disappears, and you'll continue your journey on a traditional Dhow.
The drive to Uzi Island is scenic but a bit bumpy. If you tend to get motion sickness, try sitting at the front of the vehicle or making yourself comfortable.
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