Zanzibar Brochure

Zanzibar
| Stone Town
| Near Stone Town
| North Coast
| North East Coast
| South East Coast
| South Coast
| Villas
Pemba
| Pemba's Coast
Mafia Island
| Mafia Island's Coast
The islands that lie off the coast of
Tanzania have long been centres of culture,
history, relaxation and romance. From
Portuguese explorers to Arab sultans, these
islands became important stopping points
for trade and adventure.
Today, these islands still hold a magical
aura they have for centuries. Protected by
spectacular coral reefs, beaches enjoy gentle
warm waves and divers enjoy thrilling
snorkelling and SCUBA opportunities. A
wide range of accommodation is available
meeting the needs of the budget minded,
those looking for barefoot luxury and those
wanting something in between.
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ZANZIBAR EXCURSIONS
Sandbank Picnic
Zanzibar
SANDBANK PICNIC
FULL DAY WITH LUNCH
DEPARTS STONE TOWN 0900
Come on board our traditionally crafted dhows, put your feet up and allow our
staff to pamper you as the Sultans of Zanzibar were once upon a time. Enjoy a
guided tour of Stone Town by sea, being shown the famous historical sites of
this enchanting town. Snorkel with our guide around the reef and discover a
whole new underwater world filled with marine life and coral of brilliant colours.
Tables are set on the golden sand where a five star lunch, prepared by the
talented chefs from the Zanzibar Serena Inn will await you.
After lunch relax on the sandbank listening to the hush of waves lapping against
the shore or discover more underwater life around it and listen to stories from
our crew about sailing the seven seas. Hop back onboard and sail to Prison
Island to see the remains of the prison built to condemn Zanzibari citizens to isolation and watch the giant tortoises shuffle through the trees, with the patience
that old age brings. Returns to Stone Town by 1600.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5401
Sunset Dhow Cruise
SUNSET DHOW CRUISE
3 HOURS DEPARTING LATE AFTERNOON
DEPARTS STONE TOWN 1600
The sounds of the bustle of busy people in Stone Town grow faint in the distance
until they seem only a memory. Music takes over, the sounds of taarab, songs of
love and loss, on violin and oud, as your guide serves canapés and keeps your
glass topped up with your choice of beers, wine, cocktails or sodas, encouraging
you to sink back into the cushions and enjoy the romance of Africa while watching the scenery drift by.
Onboard our dhow you are provided a personal guide who will accompany you
on your cruise and give you a tour of Stone Town from the water as well as be
able to answer any questions that you may have for him. Then, as the sun sinks
into the horizon of the Indian Ocean, gentle breezes guide the dhow back to
shore.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5402
Stone Town Tours
STONE TOWN TOUR
3 HOURS DEPARTING MORNINGS (RECOMMENDED) AND AFTERNOONS
DEPARTS STONE TOWN AT 0830 AND 1430
Departing your Stone Town hotel, this excursion combines road travel and walking. A driver and guide
accompany participants and visit The House of Wonders, Arab Old Fort, Sultan’s Palace, Anglican
Cathedral, Slave Market, City Market, Old Dispensary, and National Museum. This fascinating trip provides
a true insight to the history and culture of this magical island.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5403
EVENING STONE TOWN WALK
2 HOURS DEPARTING EVENINGS
DEPARTS STONE TOWN AT 1830
In the company of a guide, with the sounds of the evening call to prayer echoing through the narrow streets,
this 2 hour walk includes many interesting shops and Forodhani Gardens where street vendors sell a variety
of goods including fresh sea food and kebabs cooked on open grills.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5404
Authentic Island Safari
AUTHENTIC ISLAND SAFARI
FULL DAY WITH LUNCH
DEPARTS STONE TOWN 0900
The morning starts with a guided tour of the historic buildings, rich culture and
elaborate architecture of the historic Stone Town. Included are the town market,
slave market, House of Wonders, Sultan's Palace and Arab Old Fort. You will
also have some time for shopping in the wonderful galleries and antique shops
or perhaps make a purchase of spices from the town market.
You then board a local jahazi and sail to a nearby sandbank. You can relax
with the provided sunshade and grass mats, swim, snorkel our board the glass
bottom boat to observe the spectacle beneath the surface. Set sail again and
continue to Prison (Changu) Island for a visit to the historic prison and opportunity to view the giant tortoise nesting there. Food and soft drinks are provided.
Whilst on board, local musicians will entertain with a selection of taarab and jazz
music. Return to Stone Town at 1600 for your onward transfer.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5405
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Arab Old Fort
House of Wonders
ZANZIBAR EXCURSIONS
Spectacular Spices
Journey through Time
Mystical Forest
House plant
Guide on Spice Tour improvises glasses
JOZANI FOREST TOUR
HALF DAY
DEPARTS STONE TOWN AT 0830 AND 1430
You will walk through the nature trail of the forest,
which is a habitat for many species of animals,
and birds. It is famous for its Red Colobus
Monkey, the rare species that is only found in a
few places including Zanzibar. You then cross into
the mangroves where you find some fascinating
creatures.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5503
Slavery memorial
Maruhubi Palace Ruins
Dolphin Safaris
DOLPHIN ADVENTURES
HALF DAY PLUS LUNCH
DEPARTS 0730 FROM STONE TOWN
You transfer to the village of Kizimkazi where traces of an Old Shirazi settlement
may be seen. Near the walled enclosure is an ancient mosque where an inscription records that it was built in A. H. 500 (A. D. 1107) by Sheikh Seyyid Abi
Amran, who appears to have been a local ruler. Outside the mosque is a well
and graves of Sheriffs (descendants of the Prophet). You will then proceed to a
small fishing village where you will be taken for a boat ride (in a motorized local
boat) in search of dolphins (85% chance). Lunch will be served at Kizimkazi.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5504
Crab in mangroves
Bridge to mangroves
Zanzibar
RUINS AND SLAVE SITES
HALF DAY WITH LUNCH DEPARTS MORNINGS
DEPARTS STONE TOWN AT 0800
The history of Zanzibar is interwoven with both slave
trade and the great palaces of the sultans, built by
those slaves and now in ruins. Our journey starts
with a visit to the Mbweni Ruins. From there, we
go to the Anglican Cathedral, built at the location of
a slave market and see the monument in memory
of slavery that is built there. Then proceed through
Bububu to the Mangapwani Slave Caves. After exploring the caves, you travel to the Maruhubi Palace
Ruins and Mtoni Palace Ruins ending with lunch at
Mtoni Marine Restaurant before your transfer back
to your hotel. (Trips departing coastal resorts may
operate in a different order.)
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5502
SPICE TOUR
3 HOURS DEPARTING MORNINGS AND
AFTERNOONS
DEPARTS STONE TOWN AT 0830 AND 1430
A look at small farms in the rural area that grow
cloves, vanilla, nutmeg, cardamom and many
other spices, medicinal and ornamental plants, and
tropical fruits. This tour provides a rare experience
to prove why Zanzibar is referred to as the “Spice
Island”. It also includes a visit to the Persian Baths
built in 1850 by Seyyid Said bin Sultan.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5501
Red Colobus Monkey
Prison Island
SAFARI BLUE
FULL DAY WITH LUNCH
DEPARTS 0730 FROM STONE TOWN
This is a full day excursion on locally made traditional sailing dhows finished to
the highest standard and fitted with outboard engines. The clients are collected
from their hotel and transferred to the fishing village of Fumba, which is an ideal
starting point to explore Menai Bay, now designated as a Marine Conservation Area. The bay has a number of uninhabited islands and sandbanks and is
frequented by humpback and bottlenose dolphins. You will then board the dhow
and set off to explore the bay and find the dolphins (85% chance). This tour also
includes snorkeling and lunch on Small Island or a sand bank. After lunch there
is an opportunity to join an experienced crew and sail on an “ngalawa” or outrigger canoe made by hand from a single mango tree.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5505
PRISON ISLAND TOUR
3 HOURS DEPARTING MORNING AND
AFTERNOON
DEPARTS 0900 AND 1430 FROM STONE TOWN
The island was formerly owned by an Arab and
used for confinement of refractory slaves. It was
bought by General Mathews and the jail (gaol) which
still stands was constructed in 1893 and hence the
name “PRISON ISLAND”. While on the island you
will be able to see massive land tortoises, swim,
sunbathe and snorkel.
- TOUR CODE ZNZ5506
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STONE TOWN ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Zanzibar Serena Inn
A
Zanzibar Palace
B
STONE TOWN
B
D
A
C
E
Zanzibar
Perfectly located at the edge of Stone
Town at the shores of the Indian Ocean,
the inn offers first class service and
convenience.
The 51 rooms include:
☼ Standard with ocean view
☼ Prime View with large ocean facing
balconies
☼ Suites
INDIAN OCEAN
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Beyt al Chai
Ideally located at Kelele Square, this small,
intimate inn features only five suites. The
inn lies in the shadow of ancient trees and
enjoys a breeze from the Indian Ocean a
few metres away. The 5 rooms include:
☼ Prince Rooms
☼ Sultan Rooms
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Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Ceiling fans
☼ Breakfast room
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Oasis Spa
☼ Walking distance to many restaurants,
Stone Town shops and places of
interest
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Wireless internet
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Two restaurants and a cafe
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Meeting facilities
☼ Entertainment
Seyyida Hotel & Spa
This elegant, boutique hotel is located in
the heart of Stone Town, a short walk from
restaurants, House of Wonders, Arab Old
Fort and Forodhani Gardens.
The 17 rooms include:
☼ Mezzanine Suite
☼ Garden Courtyard Suite
☼ Family Suite
☼ Balcony Sea & Garden View Rooms
☼ Garden View Rooms
☼ Deluxe Rooms
Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Satellite television
☼ Mini safe, telephone, hair dryer
☼ Mini bar
☼ Coffee & tea facilities
☼ Spa
A strong mix of Arab and Indian influence
in the architecture makes Zanzibar Palace
Hotel a true gem. Its spacious rooms are
beautifully decorated in true Zanzibar style,
colours and furnishings with majestic beds,
will give travellers a feel of royalty.
The 9 rooms include:
☼ Standard Rooms
☼ Luxury Rooms
☼ Suites
D
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Wireless internet
☼ Air-conditioning and ceiling fans
☼ Electronic safe
☼ Restaurant
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Luxury spa
☼ Library, reading corner, DVD library
☼ Ironing service
Al Johari
This elegant, boutique hotel is located in
the heart of Stone Town, a short walk from
restaurants, House of Wonders, Arab Old
Fort and Forodhani Gardens.
The 15 rooms include:
☼ Deluxe Suites
☼ Junior Suites
☼ Standard Suites
☼ Superior Rooms
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Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Satellite television
☼ Mini safe, telephone, hair dryer
☼ Mini bar
☼ Coffee & tea facilities
☼ Spa
☼ Wireless Internet
STONE TOWN ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
The Swahili House
A
Zanzibar Grand Palace
B
STONE TOWN
B
A
D
C
E
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Chavda Hotel
Offering a combination of convenience,
comfort and value, the hotel offers 40
rooms designed in traditional Zanzibari
style. The rooftop restaurant provides
views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean.
The 40 rooms include:
☼ Standard Rooms
☼ Suites
☼ Family Executive Suite
C
Amenities include:
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Mini bars
☼ Satellite television
☼ Rooftop restaurant
☼ Conference room
☼ Spa
Tembo House Hotel
Opening to a sandy beach on the
harbour, this hotel offers rooms decorated
with antique Zanzibari furnishings and
convenience to Forodhani Gardens and
Stone Town. The Tembo House Hotel’s 37
rooms include:
☼ Prime Rooms
☼ Deluxe Suites
☼ Presidential Suite
This newly opened (August 2010) hotel
is an outstanding addition to the offerings
in Stone Town. The hotel has a roof top
restaurant with panoramic views of the
Indian Ocean. It is convenient to all of the
local highlights.
The 34 rooms include:
☼ Deluxe rooms
☼ Suites
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Rooftop terrace
☼ Bar and restaurant overlooking the
Indian Ocean
☼ Rooftop Jacuzzi
D
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Bahari Restaurant
☼ Conference area
☼ Internet cafe
Please note that alcoholic beverages are
not served.
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Rooftop restaurant
☼ Mini bar (non-alcoholic)
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ In room safe
☼ Room service
☼ Conference facilities
Dhow Palace Hotel
With a classic location in the heart of
Stone Town, Dhow Palace is convenient
and comfortable.
The 30 rooms include:
☼ Suite Rooms with courtyard view
☼ Deluxe Rooms
☼ Presidential Suite
☼ Executive King Suite
☼ Family Room
Zanzibar
INDIAN OCEAN
Originally a merchant house, this 19th
century building became home to one of
Zanzibar's sultans before its transformation
to a hotel. Completely renovated, the hotel
is now a modern facility.
The 22 rooms include:
☼ Deluxe rooms
☼ Suites
☼ Sultan suites
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Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Rooftop restaurant
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Close proximity to shops and
restaurants
Please note that alcoholic beverages are
not served.
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NEAR STONE TOWN ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Mbweni Ruins
A
Zanzibar Beach Resort
B
E
Zanzibar
D
Situated on the west coast, a few minutes
drive from Stone Town, and set in botanical gardens this popular hotel is built
amidst ruins from the Sultan’s era.
The 13 rooms include:
☼ Suites with balconies overlooking the
Indian Ocean
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B
A
Mtoni Marine
Situated on the west coast a few
kilometres north of Stone Town, this
hotel has popular restaurants as well as
comfortable accommodation.
The 37 rooms include:
☼ Club Rooms
☼ Palm Court Rooms
☼ Family Apartment
☼ Family House
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Amenities include:
☼ Fans
☼ Two swimming pools
☼ Three restaurants
☼ Mrembo Spa
☼ Children's playground
Sea Cliff Resort
Located on Zanzibar's west coast, Sea
Cliff Resort offers the convenience of
being 20 minutes from Stone Town and the
benefits of a complete beach resort.
The 120 rooms include:
☼ Garden Rooms
☼ Superior Rooms
☼ Deluxe Rooms
Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning and fans
☼ In room safes
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Raintree Restaurant
☼ Mangrove Bar
☼ Sundowner Bar
☼ Secluded beach
☼ Gift shop
☼ Historic ruins
A few kilometres from Stone Town and
minutes from the airport, the Zanzibar
Beach Resort is the perfect solution to being close to the history yet out of the city.
The 55 rooms include:
☼ Chalets with ocean view
☼ Suites
D
Amenities include:
☼ Air conditioning & ceiling fans
☼ Satellite LCD television, Telephones
☼ Mini-bar, coffee & tea facilities
☼ iPod docking station, Internet
☼ Two swimming pools & children's pool
☼ Full water sport centre
☼ Four restaurants, two bars
☼ Spa, yoga deck, gym, tennis, squash
☼ Three conference rooms
☼ Children's Club
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Pool
☼ Two restaurants
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Conference facilities
☼ Entertainment
☼ Fitness centre with tennis courts
Serena Mangapwani Beach RestaurantE
Located half an hour from Stone Town,
Serena's Mangapwani Beach Restaurant
is hidden in a private cove. Though it is
possible to simply come here for lunch,
many opt to make a day of it, touring the
nearby Mangapwani Slave Caves, walking
along the serene nature trails, visiting
a local fishing village and enjoying the
warm waters of the Indian Ocean from the
facilities beach.
At lunchtime, a mouth watering barbecue
feast is prepared with fresh seafood
and grilled vegetables served at thatch
covered tables. Facilities are available
for changing clothes and dhow trips are
also possible from the beach depending
on tides.
NORTH COAST ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort
A
Diamonds La Gemma dell 'Est
B
B
A
C
D
E
Doubletree by Hilton Resort Zanzibar C
Located at the northern tip of Zanzibar,
the resort is nestled in a fishing village
and offers spectacular sunset views. Their
rooms include:
☼ Standard rooms
☼ Deluxe rooms
☼ Suites
Amenities include:
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ Air conditioning & fans
☼ Satellite television
☼ 24 Hour room service
☼ Private balconies
☼ Diving and water sports
☼ Business centre
☼ Swimming pool with pool bar
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Wireless internet
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurants
☼ Bar & pool bar
☼ Conference facilities
☼ Business centre
The Z Hotel
The 35 room boutique hotel blends elegant,
contemporary design with traditional
Zanzibari features to create a unique cool
and relaxing environment including:
☼ Superior rooms
☼ Deluxe rooms
☼ Family rooms
☼ Roof top suite
☼ Ocean front cottages
☼ The Z suite
Located on the north west coast near
the northern tip of the island, this popular
resort features all inclusive accommodation in 138 rooms including:
☼ Deluxe rooms
☼ Villa club rooms
☼ Suites
D
Amenities include:
☼ Spa
☼ Restaurant
☼ Cocktail bar
☼ Jacuzzi
☼ Private balconies
☼ Diving and water sports
☼ Deep sea fishing
☼ Swimming pool
Amenities include:
☼ Television room
☼ Air-conditioning & fan
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Four restaurants
☼ Lounge bar & two other bars
☼ Water sport and dive centre
☼ Gym, jacuzzi and reading lounge
☼ Baobab Conference Centre
☼ Mvua African Rain Spa
Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel
Situated on the extreme northern tip
of the island, Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel
is favoured by SCUBA divers for its
exceptional reefs.
The 32 rooms include:
☼ Lodge Rooms with garden view
☼ Ocean View Superior Chalets
☼ Ocean View superior Deluxe Chalets
☼ Ocean Suite
Zanzibar
Since opening in 2008, Royal Zanzibar
Beach Resort has become popular. The
resort is located at the north east shores of
Zanzibar. The 100 rooms include:
☼ Superior rooms with balcony
☼ Junior suites
☼ Villas
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Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning & fan
☼ Mini-bars (except lodge rooms)
☼ Coffee/tea making facilities in rooms
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant and bar
☼ Dive and water sport centre
☼ Spa
☼ Tennis court
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NORTH EAST COAST ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Matemwe Retreat
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Located on an amazing stretch of private
land, just north of Matemwe's main lodge
and opposite the Mnemba Atoll, the Retreat
consists of 3 fabulous, separate villas all
with sea view, full of atmosphere, inspiration and personal touches.
☼ Villas
Amenities include:
☼ Private cocktail bar
☼ Air-conditioned
☼ Bathroom with double basins
☼ Plunge pool on the private roof terrace
☼ Sun & shade decks.
☼ Personal beach & terrace
☼ Massages and beauty treatments
☼ Solar heated water
Matemwe Zanzibar
B
C
A
B
D
Zanzibar
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Kasha Boutique Hotel
Enjoying a spectacular stretch of pristine
beach with striking views of the Mnemba
Atoll, Kasha Boutique Hotel is a special
place for a romantic escape or relaxing
holiday. The 11 spacious villas offer plenty
of living space and comfort.
☼ Villas
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Amenities include:
☼ Private outdoor lounge
☼ Splash pool
☼ Air conditioning & ceiling fan
☼ Flat screen television, in rooms safe
☼ Library
☼ Restaurant and bar
☼ Lala Spa
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Water sports available nearby
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Azanzi Beach Hotel
The unique design of Azanzi Beach
Hotel is noticeable as soon as you arrive.
Rooms are centred around a tropical
atrium with walkways to the central facilities near the beach. The 35 rooms include:
☼ Standard Suites
☼ Luxury Suites
☼ Villas
☼ Deluxe Villas
D
Amenities include:
☼ Air conditioning
☼ Mini bars
☼ Coffee making facilities
☼ Restaurant and bar
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Water sports and diving centre
☼ Massages
Matemwe Zanzibar (formerly know as
Matemwe Bungalows) lies perched on a
coral rock, surrounded by the fantastic
beaches and opposite the Mnemba Atoll.
12 beautiful bungalows with private
veranda, hammocks and couches
overlooking the Indian Ocean
☼ Bungalows
Amenities include:
☼ Diving and snorkeling
☼ Swimming pools
☼ Massages
☼ King-size bed with extra single bed
☼ Mosquito net
☼ Open-air restaurant
☼ Internet
☼ Telephone and fax
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa provides relaxing accommodation at an exceptional value. One of the larger resorts on
the island, the 154 rooms include:
☼ Sea View Rooms
☼ Deluxe Seaside Rooms
☼ Beach Front Suites
Amenities include:
☼ Air conditioning
☼ Satellite television, in rooms safe
☼ Mini-bar
☼ 2 restaurants and 3 bars
☼ Coconut Spa
☼ Swimming pools
☼ Water sport facility with dive centre
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NORTH EAST COAST ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Ocean Paradise Resort
A
B
C
Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club
B
G
D
E
Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar
Amenities include:
☼ Swimming pool with children area
☼ Ceiling fans and air-conditioning
☼ Television with satellite channels
☼ DVD-CD player & in-room safe box
☼ Wireless Internet access
☼ Mini-bar & coffee maker
☼ Selection of restaurants and bars
☼ Fitness centre
☼ Mvua African Rain Spa
☼ Water sports centre
C
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television, Internet and telephone
☼ Air-conditioning and fan
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Two restaurants and various bars
☼ Water sport centre
☼ Conference facilities
☼ Entertainment and animation
☼ Big screen television
Sultan Sands
A sister hotel to Bluebay Beach Resort &
Spa, the hotel enjoys a wide sandy beach.
Guests may use the facilities of Bluebay.
The 76 rooms include:
☼ Village Rooms
☼ Sea Front Rooms
D
Amenities include:
☼ Minibars & hair dryers
☼ In-room safes
☼ Air-conditioning and fans
☼ Swimming pool with children's area
☼ Two Restaurants & two bars
☼ Business centre
☼ Conference facilities
☼ Spa and fitness facilities
☼ Discotheque
☼ Entertainment
Designed and decorated with an Arab
influence, Sandies Mapenzi Beach Club is
skillfully managed by PlanHotel and offers
all inclusive accommodation.
The 87 rooms include:
☼ Superior Garden rooms
☼ Superior Rooms
☼ Deluxe Beach Front Rooms
Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning and fans
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Three restaurants and bars
☼ Mvua African Rain Massage Centre
☼ Business centre
☼ Discotheque
☼ Water sport centre
Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa
Enjoying a sandy white beach on
Zanzibar’s north east coast, Bluebay
Beach Resort & Spa has developed
a reputation for friendly service and
exceptional value.
The 112 rooms include:
☼ Garden Rooms
☼ Superior Rooms
☼ Club 24 Rooms
☼ Junior and Sultan Suites
Zanzibar
Located on the popular north east coast,
Ocean Paradise Resort offers friendly
service and a wide range of activities.
The 100 rooms include:
☼ Standard Garden Rooms
☼ Superior Garden Rooms
☼ Superior Rooms
☼ Superior Sea Front Rooms
☼ Junior suites
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Located on the north east coast of Zanzibar, this luxurious all inclusive resort is set
in the midst of exotic and colourful tropical
gardens directly on the beach front at
Pwani Machangani. 157 rooms including:
☼ Deluxe Rooms
☼ Junior Suites with ocean view
☼ Junior Suites with Jacuzzi
☼ Beach Villas with private pool
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Amenities include:
☼ Satellite television in rooms
☼ Air-conditioning and fans
☼ Mini-bars, safes, coffee & tea in rooms
☼ Swimming pool with children's area
☼ Three restaurants & various bars
☼ Resident band and animation
☼ Wireless Internet access
☼ Conference and business facilities
☼ Spa and fitness facilities
☼ Water sport centre
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NORTH EAST COAST ACCOMMODATION
Pongwe Beach Hotel
SOUTH COAST ACCOMMODATION
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Locator Map
Unguja Resort
A
Zanzibar
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If walking barefoot on sparkling white
beaches as gentle waves wash over your
feet is your idea of paradise, look no
farther than the Pongwe Beach Hotel.
This small property offers 10 cottages with
terraces overlooking the sea.
☼ Cottages
Perfectly located at Kizimkazi, providing
spectacular views of the sunset and warm
water for swimming, Unguja Resort is a
perfect choice for families and couples
alike. The 11 villas include:
☼ Baobab Villas
☼ Sea View Villas
☼ Family Villa
Amenities include:
☼ Fans
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
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For location, see page 61
Shooting Star Lodge
Shooting Star Lodge has been built to high
standards fashioned in typical Zanzibari
design with hand carved beds draped in a
canopy of netting. The 16 rooms include:
☼ Garden Lodge Rooms
☼ Sea View Cottages
☼ Suites
Amenities include:
☼ Fans and air conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Internet access
For location, see page 61
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Fumba Beach Lodge
Located at the southern tip of the island,
this comfortable lodge is a great place
to unwind after a safari. The 26 rooms
include:
☼ Garden view
☼ Ocean view
☼ Suites
Amenities include:
☼ Fans
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Lounge bar
☼ Snorkelling and SCUBA
☼ Massage centre
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Amenities include:
☼ Ceiling fans
☼ Sitting room and loft
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Water sport facilities
☼ Internet access
☼ Massage
Zanzibar Dolphin View Paradise
At the southern tip of the island near
Kisimkazi, Zanzibar Dolphin View Paradise
is a perfect place for relaxation and beach
enjoyment. The 30 villas include:
☼ Zanzi Villas with sea view
☼ Peninsula Villas with sea view
☼ Zanzi Pool Villas with private pool
☼ Prime Pool Villas on the peninsula with
private pool
Amenities include:
☼ Internet access
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Satellite television
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Water sport facilities
☼ Jetty
☼ Lemon Spa
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SOUTH EAST COAST ACCOMMODATION
Locator Map
Michamvi Sunset Bay
A
Kichanga Lodge
B
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B
C
D
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Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa
With an impressive stretch of sandy beach
on the Indian Ocean, friendly service and
a variety of activities, this is a great choice
for holidaymakers. The 89 rooms include:
☼ Garden rooms
☼ Cottages
☼ Junior suites with ocean view
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Amenities include:
☼ Televisions in rooms
☼ Wireless internet
☼ Air-conditioning and fans
☼ Swimming pool and water sport centre
☼ Three restaurants, two bars
☼ Conference facilities & business centre
☼ Entertainment & animation
☼ Tennis
☼ Spa and fitness centre
The Palms
For intimate privacy in a luxurious setting,
The Palms is the perfect choice. Situated
on one of the top ten beaches in the world
as recognised by Conde Nast Traveller,
the 6 private villas include sitting rooms
and terraces with ocean view:
☼ Villas
Amenities include:
☼ Wooden terraces
☼ Air-conditioning & fans
☼ Refrigerators
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Water sport facilities
If you are looking for comfort at an
affordable price, you need look no further
than Kichange Lodge. The property's 23
rooms are set in peaceful gardens set in a
bluff overlooking the Indian Ocean:
☼ Ocean view bungalows
☼ Garden sea view bungalows
☼ Ocean view villas
☼ Ocean view VIP suite
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Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming and plunge pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Use of all facilities including the Spa at
Breezes Beach Club & Spa
☼ Sanctuary Spa
☼ N Geographic certified PADI dive centre
Amenities include:
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Water sport facilities
☼ Mountain bikes
Breezes Beach Club & Spa, Zanzibar
With exceptional attention to detail,
Breezes Beach Club & Spa is one of the
island’s most popular resorts. Situated on
one of the top ten beaches in the world as
recognised by Conde Nast Traveller, the
70 rooms include:
☼ Standard
☼ Deluxe rooms with terrace
☼ Suites with balconies
Zanzibar
Overlooking Chwaka Bay, Michamvi
Sunset Bay's location provides its guests
with a spectacular sunset. The four
bungalows provide a total of 15 rooms:
☼ Sea view rooms
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Amenities include:
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Four restaurants and two bars
☼ Water sport centre
☼ N Geographic certified PADI dive centre
☼ Frangipani Spa
☼ Yoga
☼ Tennis
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VILLAS
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Kilindi, Zanzibar
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Anna of Zanzibar
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Kilindi, Zanzibar offers 15 arched pavilion
style villas with unique domed roofs,
spread across 54 acres of lush tropical
gardens Each villa features two private
plunge pools connected by water features
and a waterfall:
☼ One Bedroom Pavilions
☼ Two Bedroom Family Pavilions
Zanzibar
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Amenities include:
☼ Private gourmet dining
☼ Mini-bar, in room safe, coffee station
☼ Wine cooler
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ Spacious sitting room, dressing room
☼ Air conditioning & ceiling fan
☼ Private beach huts
With only 4 villas, the focus of Anna of
Zanzibar is personal attention to every
guest. The villas are set amongst lush
tropical gardens overlooking the inviting
waters of the Indian Ocean.
☼ One Bedroom Villas
Amenities include:
☼ Room service
☼ Mini-bar, in room safe, coffee station
☼ Wine cooler
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ Spacious sitting room, dressing room
☼ Air conditioning & ceiling fan
☼ Private beach huts
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Residence Zanzibar
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Kikadini Villas
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Baraza Zanzibar
Uniquely styled boutique resort, emulating
a sultans palace, with great attention to
detail and personalized service, and a
charm that is second to none. The 30 villas
include:
☼ 14 one bedroom villas
☼ 15 two bedroom villas
☼ Presidential two bedroom suite
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Amenities include:
☼ Satellite Television
☼ Mini-bar, in room safe, coffee station
☼ Plunge pool
☼ Personal villa host
☼ Frangapani Spa ☼ Yoga
☼ Pool bar & three restaurants
☼ Swimming pool ☼ Watersports
☼ N Geographic certified PADI dive centre
☼ Library ☼ Meeting Room
☼ Boutique ☼ Gym ☼ Tennis court
Scheduled to open in 2011, Residence
Zanzibar will feature an array of stylish
villas, each with its own swimming pool
and private sitting area. The villas are
expected to be:
☼ Sea Front Villas
☼ Sea View Villas
☼ Garden Villas
Amenities include:
☼ Butler service
☼ Air conditioning and ceiling fans
☼ Internet connection
☼ Satellite televison
☼ Restaurants and bars
☼ Fitness centre and spa
☼ Water sport center
☼ PADI certified dive centre
Adjacent to the fishing village of Jambiani
on the south east coast, Kikadini Villas
features a total of 10 bedrooms in the 4
villas. Kikadini Villas is a collection of 4
separate beach front villas of varying sizes
(2 to 3 bedrooms plus living space) and
can be occupied on an exclusive or shared
basis.
☼ Two Bedroom Villas
☼ Three Bedroom Villas
Amenities include:
☼ Housekeeper, waiter and chef
☼ Bar
☼ Snorkelling
☼ Car hire
VILLAS
PRIVATE ISLAND ACCOMMODATION
Star of the East
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Chumbe Island
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Amenities include:
☼ 24 hour in room dining
☼ In room wireless Internet
☼ Butler service
☼ Flat screen satellite television
☼ Private bar
☼ Specialty coffee & tea facilities
☼ Air conditioning
☼ Leisure and water sport facilities
☼ Mvua African Rain Spa
Kono Kono
Located at the northern tip of the south
east coast peninsula, Kono Kono's villas
are elegant and comfortable. The name
is taken from the Kiswahili word for "snail"
and it is appropriate to reflect the slow
paced relaxation found whilst staying on
one of the 11 villas:
☼ Beach Front Villas
☼ Jungle Front Villas
☼ Jungle Back Villas
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Amenities include:
☼ Spacious sitting room & verandah
☼ Air-conditioning & fans
☼ Open air bathtub & plunge pool
☼ Mini-bar, safe and coffee maker
☼ Wireless Internet
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Jungle health spa
Chumbe Island is 8 kilometres off the
south west coast of Zanzibar and the boat
transfer generally takes 50 minutes. The
island is a nature reserve and snorkelling is
exceptional here. The accommodation is
eco-friendly designed for rainwater catchment and using solar energy. You have a
“castaway” feeling during your stay. The 7
rooms are:
☼ Thatched cottages
Chapwani Island
Located on a private island, fifteen minutes
away by boat from Stone Town, this property is a great place to get away and relax.
The five bandas include 10 rooms:
☼ Deluxe Rooms with terraces leading to
the beach
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Amenities include:
☼ Water’s edge restaurant
☼ Bar
☼ Snorkelling
☼ Canoeing
☼ Beach volleyball
☼ Archery
Amenities include:
☼ Restaurant overlooking the sea
☼ Snorkelling & SCUBA
☼ Nature walks
☼ Historic lighthouse
Mnemba Island Lodge
The sole occupant of an untouched atoll
of the north east coast of Zanzibar, CC
Africa’s Mnemba Island Club provides
an exclusive retreat for the discerning
traveller. Truly barefoot luxury.
The 10 rooms include:
☼ Ocean front palm wood bandas
Zanzibar
Located on the north western tip of the Island, Star of the East provides the ultimate
experience of space and luxurious privacy
Each villa includes a private plunge pool,
Jacuzzi and massive terrace with private
tropical garden. The 11 villas include:
☼ One Bedroom Villas
☼ One Bedroom Villas + in room Jacuzzi
☼ Two Bedroom Villas + in room Jacuzzi
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Amenities include:
☼ SCUBA and snorkelling
☼ Fans
☼ Restaurant and bar
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MAFIA ISLAND ACCOMMODATION
PEMBA ISLAND ACCOMMODATION
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Kinasi Lodge
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Fundu Lagoon
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Pemba
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Mafia Island
Zanzibar
The lodge is located on the south east
coast of the island overlooking Chole Bay.
The 14 include:
☼ Cottages
☼ Family bungalow
☼ Suite
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Pole Pole Resort
Hidden along the island’s southern coast,
this intimate resort enjoys sandy beaches
and gentle breezes. “Pole pole” is Swahili
for slowly and staying here allows you to
unwind and slow your life to a relaxing
pace. There are 6 thatched bungalows
with private terraces overlooking the
beach.
☼ Bungalows
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Amenities include:
☼ Ceiling fans
☼ Restaurants and bar
☼ Water sports
☼ PADI certified dive centre
Amenities include:
☼ Cable television
☼ Wireless internet
☼ Fans
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurants and bar
☼ Water sports
Mafia Island Lodge
Set among coconut palms with gentle
waves lapping the sandy white beach, the
Mafia Island Lodge is simple and comfortable. The lodge has 40 rooms.
☼ Standard rooms
Enjoying a beach front that is protected by
coral reef, Fundu Lagoon is highly popular
with SCUBA enthusiasts.
The 16 rooms include:
☼ Standard rooms with ocean view
☼ Standard rooms on the beach
☼ Beach suite
☼ Junior and superior suites
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Amenities include:
☼ Internet cafe
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Restaurants and bar
Amenities include:
☼ Television room
☼ Air-conditioning
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Restaurants and bar
☼ Dive centre
Manta Resort
The Manta Resort is a complete makeover
of the Manta Reef Hotel. The property
now offers a concept combining luxury
villas and more rustic accommodation with
quality common facilities. The 20 rooms
include:
☼ Luxury Sea Front Villas
☼ Garden Rooms
☼ Cottages in Diver's Village
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Amenities include:
☼ Fans & Air-conditioning
☼ Spa
☼ Swimming pool
☼ Water sports
☼ PADI dive centre
☼ Whale watching excursions
☼ Restaurant and bar