Kiwengwa: One of the Best Areas for Yoga in Zanzibar

Kiwengwa has grown into one of Zanzibar’s best areas for yoga and wellness, thanks to its long white sand beach, calm village atmosphere and convenient access from Stone Town and the airport. Along this coastline, several yoga friendly venues and studios host classes and retreats, creating a small but vibrant wellness community.

The beach at Kiwengwa is wide and gently sloping, ideal for barefoot walks, ocean dips and quiet reflection between classes. Compared with some of the livelier south east beaches, Kiwengwa offers a more tranquil, retreat friendly environment that supports deeper rest and introspection.

Other Yoga Places in Zanzibar

Across the island, visitors can find yoga in a range of settings, from casual hotel classes to dedicated retreat centers. South east coast villages such as Paje and Jambiani, as well as northern areas like Nungwi and Matemwe, host periodic retreats and drop in sessions that attract guests looking to mix yoga with beach holidays.

Some venues focus on larger, social retreat groups with busy schedules and nightlife nearby, while others offer stand alone daily classes for travelers who want to add a little movement to their trip without committing to a full retreat. These options are ideal for guests who want flexibility but do not necessarily need a boutique, retreat only environment.

Why Mvuvi Is One of the Best Options for a Yoga Retreat in Zanzibar

What sets Mvuvi apart is the combination of a dedicated rooftop yoga shala, a small number of rooms and a direct beachfront location in Kiwengwa. This mix provides enough space and facilities for a serious yoga program while still feeling intimate, quiet and highly personal.

In addition to yoga, guests have access to the on site watersports partner, Duotone Pro Center Zanzibar, offering kitesurfing, wingfoiling, SUP and other ocean activities that can be woven into retreat itineraries for those who want both movement and adventure. With its sea view shala, boutique design and tranquil stretch of beach, Mvuvi stands out as one of the best options for a yoga retreat in Zanzibar for both teachers and dedicated practitioners.

Don’t miss our next Amani Retreat

Don’t miss our next yoga retreat at Mvuvi: Amani Retreat, taking place from 21–27 January. Amani means “peace” in Swahili — and in Zanzibar, peace feels natural, familiar, and remembered.

Amani Retreat is a conscious way to begin your new year: slowing down, setting intentions, and sharing meaningful days with like minded women in a space of beauty, ease, and presence. It is an invitation to gift yourself connection, self care, deep rest, and pure joy.

With over 20 years of experience guiding yoga, meditation, hypnotherapy, and transformational retreats worldwide, Vicky holds a safe and nurturing container where clarity, healing, and renewal unfold naturally — carried by the rhythm of the ocean and the warmth of the island. Amani Retreat is not an escape, but a return: to yourself, to simplicity, and to what truly matters.