Pongwe travel guide
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You're Going to Love Pongwe
Pongwe is a must-see destination in Zanzibar North, Tanzania. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pongwe has to offer.
When to visit Pongwe
How to Get to Pongwe
Plane
Although Pongwe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ), which is located 28 km from Pongwe. The shortest flight to Pongwe from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Pongwe is to pick up a car hire from Zanzibar, which is about 26 km from Pongwe. You’ll find branches of Autounion Car Rental and CarQ, among others, in Zanzibar.
Airlines serving Pongwe
Where to stay in Pongwe
Average rates range from around £85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £213 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Pongwe
Most booked hotels in Pongwe
Hiring a car in Pongwe
Expect to pay £1.01 per litre in Pongwe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.05 and £16.06.