Mnemba Island Lodge
A proverbial paradise of coral reefs, powdery beaches, turquoise water and frolicking dolphins.
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Mnemba Island, just 1.5km in circumference and located off Zanzibar’s clove-and-cinnamon-scented coast, is a veritable paradise of coral reefs, powdery beaches, turquoise water, and frolicking dolphins. Mnemba Island Lodge is located on this fantasy island and is dedicated to providing true “barefoot luxury” for guests of all ages.
The accommodation consists of only 12 thatched chalets known as ‘bandas,’ and the indigenous suni antelope and adorable Ader’s duiker are known to wander happily past them on their way to fresh grazing. The beach, occupied by rare coconut crabs, is just steps away from your banda, and beyond that is the enticing ocean, with its treasure trove of warm water, good visibility, sheer drops, a coral atoll, and approximately 430 species of fish, including perplexing whale sharks. Mnemba Island Lodge has a PADI dive school and two dive boats, so you can always go diving when the weather permits. Kayaking, windsurfing, swimming on the permanent beach, and late-afternoon dhow cruises are also popular activities in this marine conservation area. Non-motorized water sports are all included.
Landlubbers are not forgotten: spend the day bird watching (the island is home to a large colony of doves) or relaxing on a daybed set up on the beach with a book from the library. Mnemba Island also has a fascinating green turtle population; peak turtle season is from April to August, and lucky visitors may even be able to see these incredible creatures being born.
Our Rating
★★★★★