8 Reasons Why NOT to Come to Zanzibar

Kendwa Rocks
14 hours ago
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(…and why you’ll end up coming anyway)

If you landed here searching for reasons not to visit Zanzibar, congratulations — you’re about to read the most useless guide ever. Because truthfully, this island is so dreamy that even its “problems” sound like blessings.

Still, here are 10 “solid reasons” why Zanzibar might not be for you…

1. The beaches are so perfect it’s annoying

The sand is powdered sugar. The water is absurdly turquoise. The sunsets look AI-generated.

Honestly, who wants to deal with a beach that is beautiful every single day? It’s overwhelming.

But here’s the truth:

Kendwa Beach is one of the only tide-free beaches in Zanzibar, meaning you can swim all day long. No sudden low-tide surprises, no walking 500 meters to reach the water. Just the perfect tide from sunrise to sunset.

If you’re going to endure this “problem,” better do it in comfort.

👉 Book early at www.kendwarocks.com to secure your favourite room at the best price.

2. You’ll forget what stress feels like (dangerous side effect)

Once you step foot in Zanzibar, your body automatically switches to island mode. Zero urgency. Zero overthinking. Only hakuna matata.

You might experience symptoms like:

sleeping too well
feeling instantly relaxed
becoming suspiciously happy

At Kendwa Rocks, this effect intensifies. Comfortable rooms, oceanside breakfasts, chill spaces, and the friendliest staff… It’s basically therapy disguised as a holiday.

3. High season can be expensive… if you wait too long

Let’s be honest: Zanzibar is popular. Honeymooners, solo travellers, backpackers, influencers, families… Everyone wants a piece of paradise.

And yes, during high season prices rise and hotels fill up fast.

BUT here’s the secret:

If you book in advance directly through www.kendwarocks.com, you lock the best rate and get the first pick of rooms.

Direct booking is always cheaper.

4. The Full Moon Party will destroy every other party for you

Go to one Full Moon Party… and suddenly every club back home will feel boring.

No moon. No fire shows. No acrobatics. No DJs playing African beats on the beach. No ocean breeze. No barefoot dancing in the sand.

It’s honestly unfair to other parties.

But if you’re going to “ruin your standards,” do it properly:

Kendwa Rocks hosts the most iconic Full Moon Party in Zanzibar, right on the beach. Stay with us and you’re in the center of the action — no taxis, no transfers, no long walks. Just step outside your room and boom, the party is there.

5. You might fall in love with the island and want to move here

Zanzibar has this strange effect: people come for one week and leave planning their return.

Side effects include:

browsing rental houses “just to see”
imagining a small business by the beach
adopting way too many cats
googling “how to move to Zanzibar”

You’re really going to fall in love with the island.

6. The food is dangerously delicious

Fresh seafood, spice-infused dishes, chapatis, grilled fish, coconut curries, mangoes, pineapples…

Yes, your diet won’t make it out alive. And yes, it’s worth it. You can find some cool options here!

7. You might become culturally obsessed

The Swahili culture is beautiful and addictive.

You’ll start saying jambo, mambo, pole pole, and asante sana.

You’ll buy masai bracelets.

You’ll carry spices in your suitcase.

Zanzibar changes people in the best way, and Kendwa Rocks keeps you wrapped in that cultural vibe you’ll be craving from the very first second. Here, culture runs through everything: our food, the room décor crafted with local wood, our staff, and the whole atmosphere.