Is Paje good for solo travel?
Laid-back kitesurf beach on Zanzibar's east coast with hostels, cafés and a young nomad crowd. Cheap and sociable, but tides leave the sea out of reach for swimming much of the day.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Common in tourist areas |
| Safety | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Solo women | Hawkers can be persistent. Dress modestly in the village and avoid empty beaches or lone night walks; assaults have been reported. |
How to meet people in Paje
Kitesurf schools and beach hostels with group lessons, sunset bars, yoga, volunteer projects, and dhow or snorkel trips with other travelers.
Good things to do alone
- Take a beginner kitesurf course
- Walk the tidal flats to see seaweed farms
- Snorkel or dive at Mnemba Atoll
- Visit Jozani Forest for red colobus monkeys
- Join a beach yoga class
Where to stay in Paje
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Paje main beach | Kite schools, hostels and bars; social and loud |
| Paje village | Cheaper local stays and shops, 10 minutes inland |
| Jambiani | Quieter beach village south of Paje with relaxed stays |
Solo travel across Tanzania
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Stone Town | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Nungwi | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Moshi | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Paje | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Arusha | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Dar es Salaam | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
Quick answers
Is Paje good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). Laid-back kitesurf beach on Zanzibar's east coast with hostels, cafés and a young nomad crowd.
How do you meet people in Paje?
Kitesurf schools and beach hostels with group lessons, sunset bars, yoga, volunteer projects, and dhow or snorkel trips with other travelers. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Paje?
Common in tourist areas.
Is Paje safe for solo female travelers?
Hawkers can be persistent. Dress modestly in the village and avoid empty beaches or lone night walks; assaults have been reported.
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