Mnemba Island Lodge

Mnemba Island Lodge features twelve en suite banda cottages, bordered on three sides by tropical trees and overlooking the beach and coral reef. Each exquisite banda is designed to resemble a nautilus seashell  with thatch from tree branches and traditional Zanzibari palm-matting. The materials were chosen to allow the cooling sea breezes to move through the bungalow and, assisted by overhead fans, the cottages remain cool all day. Each Banda also has its own private Beach Lounge, complete with a comfortable day bed, sun loungers and al fresco shower.  A dedicated butler is there to take care of your every whim.  Mouthwatering cuisine with exotic delicacies are lavishly prepared and laid out for you in the thatched dining and bar area. Luscious fruit includes coconut, oranges, papaya, bananas, mangoes, lychees, guavas, star apple, jack-fruit, rambutans, breadfruit and avocado pears.

The calm warm seas around Mnemba are nothing short of a giant aquatic playground. The clear blue seas provide unsurpassed visibility for snorkeling and scuba diving enthusiasts. The lodge will provide you with all scuba and snorkeling equipment needed (2 dives per day).

Optional activities included in the rate are kayaking, paddle boarding, hobie sailing, dhow cruises and swimming directly from the beach. On land, choose between bird-watching, walking or simply sun-tanning.  There is a Wellness banda featuring two treatment rooms and an outdoor yoga deck (additional fees apply for treatments).