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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Nungwi, Tanzania Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Nungwi brought in TZS 19,203,485 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 32% less than the Zanzibar North average of TZS 28,411,683.
The short answer
Nungwi Airbnb Market at a Glance
Nungwi is priced below the Zanzibar North average. Listings averaged TZS 269,157 a night, about 22% less than that average of TZS 346,000, and were booked on 30% of available nights, close to its 32% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in April, usually the slowest.
With 216 active listings, Nungwi is the largest of 5 Zanzibar North markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 10% while the number of active listings grew 50%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Nungwi?
Gross bookings per Nungwi listing averaged TZS 19,203,485 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Zanzibar North average: TZS 28,411,683), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Nungwi listing brings in TZS 3,970,000 in July, its best month, and TZS 1,640,000 in April, its slowest. August runs within 1% of July, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn TZS 7,310,000+ a month, about 4.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn TZS 3,370,000 or more, roughly TZS 1,800,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about TZS 1,610,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn TZS 709,000 or less, about 44% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 2.4 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average TZS 4,370,000 TZS 1,400,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, TZS 3,160,000. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Nungwi Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in December 2025 and bookings in February 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | TZS 3,092,098 | 37.6% | TZS 259,637 | TZS 103,070 | 65 days | 5.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | TZS 3,130,389 | 33.0% | TZS 255,076 | TZS 100,980 | 68 days | 5.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | TZS 2,640,354 | 30.9% | TZS 251,970 | TZS 88,012 | 79 days | 5.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | TZS 2,806,886 | 32.2% | TZS 271,827 | TZS 90,545 | 79 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | TZS 3,130,433 | 36.8% | TZS 269,922 | TZS 100,982 | 81 days | 6.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | TZS 3,166,462 | 40.2% | TZS 257,992 | TZS 113,088 | 84 days | 5.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | TZS 2,861,966 | 29.4% | TZS 252,180 | TZS 92,321 | 42 days | 5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | TZS 1,397,935 | 17.8% | TZS 243,709 | TZS 46,598 | 19 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | TZS 3,302,158 | 29.0% | TZS 227,911 | TZS 106,521 | 33 days | 6.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | TZS 3,184,393 | 29.5% | TZS 245,131 | TZS 106,146 | 46 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | TZS 4,368,359 | 35.9% | TZS 264,870 | TZS 140,915 | 67 days | 5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | TZS 3,957,397 | 36.3% | TZS 264,054 | TZS 127,658 | 76 days | 4.8 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Nungwi home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb estimator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Nungwi Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nungwi Airbnb took in TZS 19,203,485 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about TZS 40,080,000, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about TZS 2,450,000 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Nungwi Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | TZS 18,723,485 | TZS 39,080,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Nungwi bookings | TZS 480,000 | TZS 1,000,000 |
| Gross bookings | TZS 19,203,485 | TZS 40,080,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Nungwi listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −TZS 2,570,000 | −TZS 5,350,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; TZS 0 if you clean yourself | −TZS 480,000 | −TZS 1,000,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −TZS 960,000 | −TZS 2,000,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −TZS 380,000 | −TZS 800,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −TZS 580,000 | −TZS 1,200,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −TZS 190,000 | −TZS 190,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −TZS 100,000 | −TZS 100,000 |
| ManagementTZS 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | TZS 0 | TZS 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | TZS 0 | TZS 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | TZS 0 | TZS 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −TZS 5,260,000 | −TZS 10,640,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | TZS 13,943,485about TZS 1,160,000 a month | TZS 29,440,000about TZS 2,450,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Nungwi Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Nungwi's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Nungwi home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Nungwi's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Nungwi listings are booked on 47% or more of their nights, against 27% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of TZS 169,000 adds about TZS 1,690,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge TZS 259,000 a night or more, against a median of TZS 169,000. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about TZS 1,870,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about TZS 3,970,000, against TZS 1,640,000 in April, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Nungwi listings average 4.70 stars, and 13% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about TZS 3,340,000 a month, against TZS 1,600,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Nungwi?
Nungwi listings were booked on 30% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Zanzibar North average (32%) and in line with the Tanzania average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 40% in February and falls to 20% in April.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 68%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 47% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 27% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Nungwi, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 33% 41% 18%
The 12-month rate of 30% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Nungwi?
The average nightly rate in Nungwi, known as ADR (average daily rate), was TZS 269,157 over the past year, about 22% below the Zanzibar North average of TZS 346,000 and about 8% above the Tanzania average of TZS 250,000. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about TZS 278,000 and bottom out in May at about TZS 237,000.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge TZS 471,000+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge TZS 259,000 or more, about TZS 90,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about TZS 169,000 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge TZS 112,000 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates run 17% above May's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average TZS 284,000 TZS 228,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, TZS 256,000.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Nungwi?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Nungwi it averaged TZS 85,200 over the past year, from about TZS 54,700 in a typical April to about TZS 128,000 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn TZS 178,000+ per open night, about 3.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn TZS 94,600 or more, about TZS 43,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about TZS 51,800 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn TZS 29,200 or less, about 56% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 2.3 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average TZS 141,000 TZS 46,600
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, TZS 104,000. The 12-month RevPAR of TZS 85,200 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Nungwi
Nungwi has one high season, May through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in March and April and slows again in November.
Average revenue by month in Nungwi
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average TZS 3,970,000 TZS 1,640,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, TZS 3,160,000.
Revenue by month in Nungwi in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | TZS 3,350,000 |
| February | Shoulder season | TZS 3,220,000 |
| March | Low season | TZS 2,390,000 |
| April | Low season | TZS 1,640,000 |
| May | High season | TZS 3,510,000 |
| June | High season | TZS 3,170,000 |
| July | High season | TZS 3,970,000 |
| August | High season | TZS 3,960,000 |
| September | High season | TZS 3,260,000 |
| October | High season | TZS 3,440,000 |
| November | Low season | TZS 2,800,000 |
| December | Shoulder season | TZS 3,170,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–October | TZS 3,550,000 | 34% | TZS 252,602 |
| Shoulder seasonDecember–February | TZS 3,250,000 | 37% | TZS 269,820 |
| Low seasonMarch–April, November | TZS 2,280,000 | 26% | TZS 248,262 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Nungwi?
Guests book Nungwi stays 63 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 79 days ahead, and April stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 58 days 84 days 19 days
The 12-month figure of 63 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Nungwi
None of the 216 active listings in Nungwi display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Nungwi.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nungwi
AirROI's area guide picks seven Nungwi neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar Dreams and Nungwi Village. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Nungwi Beach | The most famous beach in Zanzibar, known for its stunning white sands and crystal-clear waters. Ideal for tourists seeking relaxation, water sports, and vibrant nightlife. | Nungwi Beach, Mnarani Natural Aquarium, Kendwa Beach, Nungwi Village, Reef snorkeling, Sunset sailing |
| Zanzibar Dreams | A popular area with a mix of local culture and tourism, offering a unique experience with local markets and restaurants. | Local markets, Dining experiences, Cultural tours, Spice tours, Zanzibar aquarium |
| Nungwi Village | The local village provides an authentic taste of Zanzibari life, with opportunities to engage with local culture and community. | Village tours, Local crafts, Cultural experiences, Traditional restaurants, Beach access |
| Kendwa Village | Offers a glimpse of traditional Zanzibari life while being close to the beach. Popular for local dining and engaging with the local community. | Local restaurants, Community tours, Cultural experiences, Traditional craft markets, Nearby beach access |
| Mnarani | Known for its marine activities, including snorkeling and diving, this area attracts adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. | Mnarani Natural Aquarium, Diving schools, Snorkeling sites, Marine conservation tours, Fishing excursions |
| Mkokoni | A lesser-known quiet area perfect for travelers seeking peace and privacy while being minutes away from the activities of Nungwi. | Secluded beaches, Relaxation spots, Local eateries, Nature walks, Island exploring |
| Matemwe | Although a bit further from Nungwi, Matemwe is known for its calm beaches and is ideal for those looking for a tranquil escape from bustling tourist spots. | Matemwe Beach, Local markets, Fishing villages, Diving spots, Spice tours nearby |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Nungwi Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Nungwi is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 69% of listings, against 28% for entire homes. Hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (47%) and houses (44%) split the stock almost evenly.
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Nungwi Airbnb listings by room type
- Private room 69%
- Entire home 28%
- Shared room 1%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Private room | 69.4% | 150 |
| Entire home | 28.2% | 61 |
| Shared room | 1.4% | 3 |
| Hotel room | 0.9% | 2 |
Hotels and B&Bs and houses split the stock
Nungwi Airbnb listings by property type
- Hotel/Boutique 47%
- House 44%
- Apartment/Condo 5%
- Unique stay 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel/Boutique | 47.2% | 102 |
| House | 44.0% | 95 |
| Apartment/Condo | 5.1% | 11 |
| Unique stay | 3.2% | 7 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.5% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Nungwi Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Nungwi (37% of entire homes), and 33% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 60 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Nungwi entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
2%
28%
37%
17%
15%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.7% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 28.3% | 17 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.7% | 22 |
| 3 bedrooms | 16.7% | 10 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.0% | 9 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.7% | 1 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Nungwi
A typical one-bedroom home in Nungwi earned TZS 12,300,000 over the past year, against TZS 77,800,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 17 | TZS 12,300,000 | TZS 25,400,000 | TZS 313,243 | 35% |
| 2 bedrooms | 22 | TZS 23,100,000 | TZS 44,500,000 | TZS 298,583 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 10 | TZS 77,800,000 | TZS 77,300,000 | TZS 538,073 | 44% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Nungwi Sleep?
Most Nungwi listings are sized for couples and small families: 77% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 10% take eight or more. Shares are of the 143 listings with a guest capacity on file (66% of the market).
Nungwi listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
38%
15%
24%
1%
10%
1%
10%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 37.8% | 54 |
| 3 guests | 14.7% | 21 |
| 4 guests | 24.5% | 35 |
| 5 guests | 1.4% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 10.5% | 15 |
| 7 guests | 0.7% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 10.5% | 15 |
How Nungwi Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Nungwi hosts set up an average of 2.5 beds per listing. About half of listings (49%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 2.5
- Show exact location
- 49%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Nungwi Offer?
Beach access is common in Nungwi: 61% of listings offer it, and 75% offer free parking on site.
Share of Nungwi listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Nungwi
Listings in Nungwi with a pool earned about 3.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: TZS 34,200,000 against TZS 9,650,000. The gap is smaller for a sound system (about 2.9 times as much) and beach essentials (about 2.9 times as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Nungwi listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | 39% | TZS 34,200,000 | TZS 9,650,000 | +255% |
| Sound system | 8% | TZS 49,000,000 | TZS 16,700,000 | +194% |
| Beach essentials | 8% | TZS 48,100,000 | TZS 16,600,000 | +190% |
| Waterfront | 13% | TZS 40,500,000 | TZS 16,200,000 | +151% |
| Pool view | 6% | TZS 43,300,000 | TZS 17,800,000 | +143% |
| Gym | 8% | TZS 40,900,000 | TZS 17,200,000 | +137% |
| Ocean view | 6% | TZS 41,800,000 | TZS 17,800,000 | +136% |
| Sun loungers | 30% | TZS 30,900,000 | TZS 14,200,000 | +118% |
| Backyard | 50% | TZS 23,900,000 | TZS 14,400,000 | +66% |
| Air conditioning | 79% | TZS 20,800,000 | TZS 13,300,000 | +57% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Nungwi?
Nungwi runs on foreign visitors: 97% of guests who left reviews live outside Tanzania. France leads with 16% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 15%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by French and German.
97% of Nungwi guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 97%
- Domestic 3%
Where Nungwi guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 3.9% |
| Paris | 3.6% |
| New York | 2.2% |
| Toronto | 1.7% |
Where Nungwi guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| France | 16.0% |
| Germany | 15.2% |
| United Kingdom | 10.7% |
| United States | 8.9% |
| Canada | 5.0% |
Languages spoken by Nungwi guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 39.5% |
| French | 13.7% |
| German | 9.4% |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| Italian | 4.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Nungwi?
Nungwi Airbnbs average 4.70 stars, and 13% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.57, against 4.79 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Nungwi; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.72 |
| Cleanliness | 4.75 |
| Communication | 4.79 |
| Location | 4.57 |
| Check-in | 4.70 |
| Value | 4.68 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Nungwi: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly all Nungwi listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 4% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Nungwi listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 79%
- 181-270 days 17%
- 91-180 days 4%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 79.2% | 171 |
| 181-270 days | 16.7% | 36 |
| 91-180 days | 3.7% | 8 |
| 31-90 days | 0.5% | 1 |
Days a year Nungwi listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 3%
- 91-180 days 19%
- 31-90 days 44%
- 1-30 days 34%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.4% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 2.8% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 18.5% | 40 |
| 31-90 days | 43.5% | 94 |
| 1-30 days | 33.8% | 73 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Nungwi?
The average Nungwi booking lasts 5.7 nights, longest in May and shortest in April. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year, some 2,310 in all. 46% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Nungwi
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.3 nights 7.5 nights 4.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nungwi Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Nungwi accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Nungwi listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Nungwi?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Nungwi, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 24% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Nungwi listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Nungwi?
About a quarter of Nungwi listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is TZS 31,113, and some higher fees lift the average to TZS 40,966. Spread over the average stay of 5.7 nights, that adds roughly TZS 5,435 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- TZS 31,113
- Average cleaning fee
- TZS 40,966
- Listings charging a fee
- 25.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 2.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Nungwi
The top-grossing Airbnb in Nungwi, a two-bedroom unit, took in TZS 272,000,000 over the past year, about 14 times the city's average of TZS 19,200,000. One of the top-grossing listings, a one-bedroom unit at TZS 1,442,515 a night (about three times the TZS 471,000 that puts a listing in the top 10% here), is left out below: a price like that usually means it covers several rooms or units, or that it is misrecorded. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Ay Villas (1) Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 
Ay Villas (2) Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- TZS 251M
- Occupancy
- 72.8%
- Daily rate
- TZS 898,830
Villa Ginger by Heritage Retreat Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85 - Revenue
- TZS 214M
- Occupancy
- 72.4%
- Daily rate
- TZS 729,673
The waterfront Staycation Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.67 - Revenue
- TZS 135M
- Occupancy
- 41.6%
- Daily rate
- TZS 875,171
3-bedroom villa with private pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- TZS 104M
- Occupancy
- 58.3%
- Daily rate
- TZS 755,212
Beach Bungalow at the sea Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- TZS 96.2M
- Occupancy
- 35.9%
- Daily rate
- TZS 1M
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Nungwi?
Habib is the top-grossing host in Nungwi, with TZS 523.1 million in bookings across 2 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 17% of the market's 216 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Habib | 2 | TZS 523,059,659 | TZS 261,529,829 | 4.96/5 | |
| Anne | 1 | TZS 213,536,175 | TZS 213,536,175 | 4.85/5 | |
| Tatyana | 7 | TZS 174,680,774 | TZS 24,954,396 | 4.93/5 | |
| 4 | Sanket | 10 | TZS 166,147,935 | TZS 16,614,794 | 4.56/5 |
| 5 | Ali | 1 | TZS 141,052,418 | TZS 141,052,418 | 4.75/5 |
| 6 | Tatjana | 4 | TZS 137,780,329 | TZS 34,445,082 | 4.82/5 |
| 7 | Luby | 1 | TZS 134,891,972 | TZS 134,891,972 | 4.67/5 |
| 8 | The Zanzibari | 2 | TZS 116,786,590 | TZS 58,393,295 | 5.00/5 |
| 9 | Frangipani House | 6 | TZS 111,779,931 | TZS 18,629,989 | 4.88/5 |
| 10 | Kahina | 2 | TZS 111,282,118 | TZS 55,641,059 | 4.69/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Nungwi?
Only 2% of Nungwi listings are classed as professionally managed. Only 24% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 83% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 23.6%
- Professional management
- 1.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 14.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.8%
- Simplified Pricing
- 82.9%
Nearby markets
Nungwi vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 76 km, Bwejuu (66 km away, 60 listings) earned the most per listing, about 3.5 times as much as Nungwi.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendwa 7 km | 41 | TZS 22,074,929 | TZS 249,762 | 33% |
| Kiwengwa 34 km | 121 | TZS 41,398,918 | TZS 489,958 | 34% |
| Zanzibar 54 km | 193 | TZS 15,017,382 | TZS 244,214 | 28% |
| Shangani 55 km | 30 | TZS 17,649,053 | TZS 164,953 | 33% |
| Mchamba Wima 66 km | 41 | TZS 11,817,891 | TZS 218,338 | 29% |
| Bwejuu 66 km | 60 | TZS 66,961,136 | TZS 574,482 | 38% |
| Paje 70 km | 253 | TZS 24,180,266 | TZS 295,447 | 34% |
| Jambiani 76 km | 268 | TZS 37,989,413 | TZS 360,448 | 36% |
FAQ
Nungwi Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Nungwi?
An active Nungwi Airbnb grossed TZS 19,203,485 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 216 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in TZS 3,370,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Nungwi?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Nungwi listings earn between TZS 709,000 and TZS 3,370,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth TZS 7,310,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Nungwi?
Listings in Nungwi were booked on 30% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the Zanzibar North average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Nungwi?
The average booked night in Nungwi cost TZS 269,157 before fees. Half of listings charge between TZS 112,000 and TZS 259,000; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Nungwi?
None of the active Nungwi listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Nungwi?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nungwi Airbnb grossed TZS 19,203,485 in the 12 months to September 2026, 32% below the Zanzibar North average of TZS 28,411,683, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about TZS 2,450,000 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Nungwi?
July usually pays best, averaging TZS 3,970,000 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Nungwi?
Each night a Nungwi listing was open to book earned TZS 85,200 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made TZS 178,000 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Nungwi?
Nungwi stays were booked 63 days (about two months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Nungwi?
The average Nungwi Airbnb stay lasted 5.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Nungwi rated?
Guests rate Nungwi Airbnbs 4.70 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nungwi?
Nungwi Beach, Zanzibar Dreams and Nungwi Village draw the most short-term rental interest in Nungwi. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Nungwi?
AirROI counted 216 active Airbnb listings in Nungwi as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kendwa, 7 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Nungwi?
In Nungwi, about a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is TZS 31,113, and some higher fees lift the average to TZS 40,966.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 216 active Airbnb listings in Nungwi from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Tanzanian shillings at TZS 2,593 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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