This is one of the best beaches in the Southern coast of the Island that when you plan to visit Zanzibar, never think to miss it. Is a quiet and warm rocky beach surrounded by ancient trees. Positioned in a big cove between two large rock formations, it offers a great spot to watch the tides change. You can walk the entire length of the beach when the tide is low, but during high tide, it extends to the stairs. Mtende Beach is surrounded by government-protected land that remains largely undeveloped, which might explain the entrance fee charged to visitors.