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Kitesurfers glide across turquoise waters along Paje's white sand beach, where local schools teach beginners the popular sport. Snorkel the nearby coral reefs or book a boat to swim with dolphins in the Menai Bay Conservation Area.
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the beaches while you're here.
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: New Jambo Bungalows - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Paje Beach. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Roots inn - Located within a 10-minute walk of Paje Beach. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels and free WiFi.
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 77°F. The rainiest months in Paje are April, May, March, and November, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these things around Paje. Get out into nature with places like Paje Beach, Jambiani Beach, and Maalum Cave Pool. Additional attractions include Kite Centre Zanzibar, Pingwe Beach, and Michamvi Kae Beach.
Keep this information about transit options in Paje on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), 21.7 mi (34.8 km) from the city center.