| Mnemba Island with Zanzibar
to the West |
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This exquisite, private island with its white
coral-sand beaches and spectacular coral reefs is renowned as
one of the most romantic ocean destinations in the world.
 | Just 10 beachside bandas
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 | All with en suite bathrooms
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 | Overhead fans
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 | Spacious outdoor verandas
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 | Guest areas with beautiful sea views
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 | Island crafts shop |
Hand-woven from traditional Zanzibarian
palm-matting, each secluded banda has a spacious veranda and
is hidden in the shade of a tropical beach forest, fringed by
the pristine beaches that halo the Island. A palm-covered
walkway leads to an en suite bathroom with shower and basin.
Zanzibar is famous for its intricate, detailed woodcarvings
and the scrolled headboards adorning the beds are created by
some of the Island’s most skilled artisans.
Sheer unpretentious paradise, the architecture of the Lodge
offers a rustic exclusivity and privacy unparalleled on the
African coastline. Thatched dining and sitting/bar areas have
beautiful open views of the beach and spectacular coral reefs
beyond. Baskets of fresh fruit, fish, lobsters, crabs and
prawns are sailed into Mnemba daily on traditional ngalawa
outriggers, and prepared as exotic delicacies. Lunch is
usually served on large wooden carved Zanzibar platters heaped
with delicious mezze (fingerfood). Romantic candle-lit dinners
are enjoyed on the beach with the waves gently lapping at your
feet. Private beach dinners are often enjoyed by honeymooners.
Irresistible island activities: You may fill the
sun-drenched hours with a variety of water activities such as
snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, windsurfing and swimming,
or simply sunning on the beach.
Dates: Closed April 1 - May
31
Rack Rates 2008 (subject to
change):
$ 1055 ppn -
High
$ 755 ppn (March,
June)
- Low
Single Surcharges - 50%
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| This
romantic, tropical paradise is a heart shaped island!
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| The dive
boat. |
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| Open air
dining area with grass mats underfoot and thatched roof has beautiful
beach and coral reef views. |
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A sample lunch & dinner menu!
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| Exquisite
meals are served in the dining area, or on the beach. Dinner is
often served on the beach at individual lantern lit tables. Private
dining on your banda veranda or on the beach is always an option! |
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| Lounge/bar
area is adjacent to the dining area. No shoes required! |
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| Pre dinner
cocktail hour in the lounge boasts scrumptious gourmet
appetizers! |
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| View from
bed...a spacious veranda overlooks your private beach! |
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| The roomy
shower area includes numerous bath products. |
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| Private
toilet area with door in the spacious bathroom. |
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| The
turquoise beaded shower curtain is stunning! A comfortable bench sits
in front of shower. |
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| Double
bathroom sinks & mirrors in front of open air window. A
selection of colorful sarongs, as well as robes are provided for
guests. |
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| Palm
covered breezeway connecting banda sleeping area to the large bath
area. |
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| Writing
table sits bedside and overlooks the lush forest. |
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| Fine
linens, a ceiling fan, a king size plus bed and cozy lighting provide a luxurious
sleeping experience. |
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| Tent butler
performs turn down service and encloses bed with soft nets in the
evening. |
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| View of
veranda and sleep area from the beach path. Spacious veranda includes
two comfy day beds! |
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| Bandas are
bordered on three sides by tropical forest with banda front
overlooking the sparkling blue Indian ocean. |
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| Soft, white
sand path from banda leading to the beach. |
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| Guests
enjoy private, secluded ocean front cabanas directly in front of the
banda. Butler service for cocktails is always available throughout the
day and evening. |
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| Banda
veranda. Beside a wooden entrance mat is an in ground porcelain basin
with running water to rinse sandy feet! |
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| Swinging
day bed in the shaded forest beside banda. |
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| Veranda
daybed. |
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| Veranda
sitting area includes table and chairs for private dining or
cocktails. |
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| A sunrise
stroll around the island's one mile circumference is a must! |
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| Walk freely
day or night, alone or together, on the safe, secluded, pristine beach
(unheard of at all other Zanzibar beach lodges and resorts!) |
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| We took
this picture after the sunset drinks - a little blurry Suni! It looks
like a dik dik. They are quite tame. Some are white, most are brown! |
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