Zanzibar Island

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Zanzibar

is a unique coral island lying in the Indian Ocean a short distance from the Tanzanian Coast. With Pemba, and about 50 other islands, the archipelago, once independent, became attached to the republic of Tanzania in 1964, although it still retains its own President and a degree of autonomy.

The island’s history goes back many centuries. Its heyday came in the early 19th century when the Sultan of Muscat moved his court to Zanzibar. Spice cultivation was developed (particularly the clove tree), and the slave trade was at its height – Zanzibar became the most important town in East Africa.

The picturesque capital of Zanzibar, the Stone town is network of shady, winding narrow alleys between old stone buildings with ornately decorated entrances and balconies. Numerous tiny shops here sell everything under the sun.

Besides being dubbed the “Spice Island”, Zanzibar boasts magnificent coral reefs making it a scuba as well as deep-sea diver’s paradise. Sailing and deep-sea game fishing are also popular activities that can be arranged readily at most of the beach hotels. While there are many activities on offer, a lot of travelers go there for the sole purpose of relaxing under its luxurious palm trees and white sand beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see.

All our tours to the island are tailor-made

Please contact us in order to plan a trip either as an add-on to your safari in East Africa or as a sole destination. Zanzibar can be reached daily by speedboat from Dar es-Salaam, (about 2 hours) but there are also several daily flights from Nairobi, Mombasa, Dar es-Salaam and Kilimanjaro airports.

Our favorite hotels

5 Stars*****

The Palms Villa
The Palms
The Palms jaccuzi
The Palms Living room
The Palms Zanzibar
The Palms private terrace
THE PALMS

Located on the tranquil South Eastern coast and the pristine beach of Zanzibar, The Palms is a boutique hotel, which philosophy is all about exclusivity and sophistication. Each of the six beautifully designed villas is over 140 square meters and features a bedroom, living room, full en suite bathroom, dressing room, extra room with its own en suite bathroom, large furnished terrace with views of the Indian Ocean and its own bar! The villas overlook an award winning beach (chosen by Conde Nast Traveler magazine as one of the top 30 beaches in the world). Private thatched “bandas” shelter personal day beds and loungers to provide intimate beachfront privacy.

Baraza Hotel spa
Baraza beach
Baraza Hotel room
Baraza Hotel pool
Baraza gardens
Baraza hotel bar
Baraza hotel restaurant
BARAZA RESORT & SPA

Lying adjacent to the Palms, Baraza Beach resort, its sister property offers 30 stunning and spacious villas, disseminated among lush and colorful gardens or facing the same beach of Bwejuu. Rooms evoke the heritage of Zanzibar dating back to the Sultans. There are 14 one bedroom villas, 15 two bedroom villas and one Presidential Villa.
Each feature Swahili arches, beautiful antiques and hand-made furniture, a large bathroom, dressing room, a large terrace with its own plunge pool.

Matemwe Lodge
Matemwe beach terrace
Matemwe Lodge relax
Matemwe plunge pool
Matemwe room
Matemwe pool
MATEMWE BUNGALOWS

Each of the 12 bungalows has been built in harmony with the surroundings, on top of a cliff edge with the Indian Ocean lapping against it. Each suite has its own decor. Matemwe Lodge provides an amazingly relaxed atmosphere. Watch the fishing boats go to work from your terrace or make use of the private beach and feel the white sand between your toes. On top of being the ideal spot for relaxing, Matemwe offers a number of activities from snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll to deep sea fishing in the Pemba channel. Matemwe Lodge is perfect for those looking for a romantic break.

4 Stars****

Ras Nungwi
RAS NUNGWI

Located on the northernmost peninsula of Zanzibar Island, Ras Nungwi Beach
Hotel overlooks an expanse of azurean water and pristine sand. Its whitewashed and palm thatched cottages are set in rich tropical gardens. The lush gardens drop down onto one of the finest and most unspoilt beaches on the island. Apart from the chalets, there are lodge rooms for the more budget-conscious guest. Each room with a private balcony and en-suite facilities. For those seeking a truly exclusive hideaway , Ras Nungwi’s unique 5+ stars Ocean Suite provides one of the finest beach accommodation on Zanzibar Island.

Breezes Beach resort
Breezes Beach resort
Breezes Beach resort
Breezes Beach resort
Breezes Beach resort
BREEZES BEACH CLUB
Another sister property of the Baraza and the Palm resorts, the Breezes shares the same beach and the same attention to details and comfort. The Breezes hotel is beautifully decorated in relaxed elegance with a wonderful mix of hand carved furniture, unique Zanzibar antiques, and the use of natural materials. All rooms are fully air-conditioned with en suite bathrooms, a refrigerator and personal electronic safe box and hairdryer in bathroom. There are three room categories: Deluxe rooms and Suites are in close proximity to the sea while standard rooms are located further away from the sea on the property with a terrace and garden view.
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Zanzibar Serena Hotel
ZANZIBAR SERENA INN
Located right on the seafront of Stone Town, Zanzibar Serena Inn is a peaceful retreat from the city hustle and bustle. that overlooks the traditional dhows ply their way to and from the harbor as they have for centuries. Each one of the rooms and suites is designed in traditional Swahili style with high ceilings, arched niches, shuttered windows and cool, white walls. All are sea facing, with romantic four-poster beds and a spacious balcony with a large free-standing hammock.
Emerson & Green Hotel
Emerson & Green Hotel
Emerson & Green Hotel
Emerson & Green Hotel
Emerson & Green Hotel
Emerson & Green Hotel
EMERSON AND GREEN
Located in the center of the old Stone Town, Emerson and Green is a small hotel with 17 rooms each designed with individual character and charm. All rooms have a romantic bath and are furnished in antique Zanzibari style. The rooftop restaurant provides wide and airy views of the town and harbor, and excellent meals in an ethnic style. It should be noted however that while charming, the hotel can be quite noisy at night and in the early morning hours.

3 Stars ***

Ocean Paradise Resort
Ocean Paradise Resort
Ocean Paradise Resort
Ocean Paradise Resort
Ocean Paradise Resort
OCEANVIEW PARADISE RESORT
Set in lush green gardens, and located by a white sandy beach this resort hotel offers a large number of high quality and wide ranging facilities. Rooms and suites are all built in traditional African style roundhouses, featuring modern creature comforts that include full air conditioning, satellite television and radio, direct dial telephone, mini-bar, hair dryer and en-suite bathroom. All rooms are a good size and sea facing with large doors that open to a private patio or balcony and come complete with comfortable twin or king size beds draped with mosquito netting.
Tembo Hotel
Tembo Hotel
Tembo Hotel
Tembo Hotel
Tembo Hotel
TEMBO HOTEL
Located on the Stone Town seafront, the Tembo House Hotel offers 36 spacious rooms and 4 apartments. Most of the rooms have large poster beds; a few of the rooms in the old wing have balconies facing the inner court yard and the swimming pool. All rooms are equipped with air condition, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, cable television, free Wi-Fi connection, telephone, and fridge/mini-bar and en suite bathroom. All four apartments have three bedrooms with large poster beds, a kitchenette, large spacious living / dining room area. The master bedroom has en suite bathroom,The hotel’s location makes it easy to access shops, restaurants and historical sites that Zanzibar Stone town has to offer.