Zanzibar and the coast
The islands of Zanzibar lie in the Indian Ocean, just 20 minutes by air off the Tanzanian coast. Stone Town, the capital, has a distinct Arabic feel having risen to prominence as the ancient spice and slave capital of the East African coast. This fascinating old town is a maze of narrow streets, old leaning houses and colourful spice markets. To the north and south of Unguja, the main island, lie Pemba Island and Mafia Island respectively. Both offer excellent diving and are great destinations for those wanting to get away from it all. The south coast of Tanzania is a wild and beautiful region with miles of unspoilt beaches, spectacular coastal forest, great river estuaries and ancient Arabic settlements.Suggested itineraries
Lakes, Craters and Kopjes - Tanzania
Combinestunning Lake Manyara with the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Serengeti, before heading to the spice isles of Zanzibar and Mnemba.
Combinestunning Lake Manyara with the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Serengeti, before heading to the spice isles of Zanzibar and Mnemba.
Remote and Pure - Zambia and Tanzania
With a new direct daily flight linking Zambia and Tanzania it is now easy to safari in Africa’s wild heart then relax on the unspoilt Zanzibari coast.
With a new direct daily flight linking Zambia and Tanzania it is now easy to safari in Africa’s wild heart then relax on the unspoilt Zanzibari coast.
Secrets of the South - Ruaha, Selous and Pemba
An exploration of two of Tanzania’s finest wildlife areas, whose extremely diverse habitats offer up an array of species and experiences, including game walks and fly camping. Complete your holiday on Pemba Island, renowned for its excellent diving.
An exploration of two of Tanzania’s finest wildlife areas, whose extremely diverse habitats offer up an array of species and experiences, including game walks and fly camping. Complete your holiday on Pemba Island, renowned for its excellent diving.
The Coptic Kingdom - Ethiopia
A fascinating journey of discovery through the highlands of Ethiopia, from the extraordinary medieval architecture of Lalibela and Gondar to the Blue Nile Falls, finishing on the beaches of Zanzibar.
A fascinating journey of discovery through the highlands of Ethiopia, from the extraordinary medieval architecture of Lalibela and Gondar to the Blue Nile Falls, finishing on the beaches of Zanzibar.
Warm Waters, Wilderness and Spice - Tanzania
An outstanding safari into the vast unspoilt Selous Game Reserve, followed by some downtime on an island retreat and a taste of Zanzibar’s colourful markets and long history.
An outstanding safari into the vast unspoilt Selous Game Reserve, followed by some downtime on an island retreat and a taste of Zanzibar’s colourful markets and long history.
Wilds of the West - Katavi, Mahale and the coast
A journey of discovery to the far west of Tanzania and a world of great lakes, mighty rivers and lush forests. See chimpanzees in the wild and round off your holiday with a few nights spent relaxing on the coast.
A journey of discovery to the far west of Tanzania and a world of great lakes, mighty rivers and lush forests. See chimpanzees in the wild and round off your holiday with a few nights spent relaxing on the coast.
Properties
236 Hurumzi (ex Emerson and Green) (Classic Hotel)
236 Hurumzi is a beautifully restored palace which was once the home of one of the richest men in the Swahili Empire. It is ideally situated in the heart of Stone Town and provides each guest with a wondrous atmosphere and the grandeur of the past.
236 Hurumzi is a beautifully restored palace which was once the home of one of the richest men in the Swahili Empire. It is ideally situated in the heart of Stone Town and provides each guest with a wondrous atmosphere and the grandeur of the past.
Beyt al Chai (Classic Hotel)
A small and friendly Zanzibari town house situated in a quiet corner of Stone Town with just 6 colourfully decorated rooms.
A small and friendly Zanzibari town house situated in a quiet corner of Stone Town with just 6 colourfully decorated rooms.
Breezes Beach Club & Spa (Classic Hotel)
Breezes Beach Club & Spa is a charming and relaxed resort on a private white sand beach on the east coast of Zanzibar. 40 deluxe rooms and 20 suites are divided between 10 villas in a pretty garden.
Breezes Beach Club & Spa is a charming and relaxed resort on a private white sand beach on the east coast of Zanzibar. 40 deluxe rooms and 20 suites are divided between 10 villas in a pretty garden.
Fundu Lagoon (Classic Lodge)
Fundu Lagoon is a stylish barefoot luxury lodge, with just 16 tented rooms and suites, on the remote and unspoilt island of Pemba, part of the Zanzibar archipelago. Fundu Lagoon has a superb scuba centre and excellent water sports.
Fundu Lagoon is a stylish barefoot luxury lodge, with just 16 tented rooms and suites, on the remote and unspoilt island of Pemba, part of the Zanzibar archipelago. Fundu Lagoon has a superb scuba centre and excellent water sports.
Matemwe Bungalows (Classic Lodge)
Matemwe Bungalows is a simple, stylish beach lodge overlooking Mnemba Atoll and offering comfortable accommodation in 14 thatched bungalow suites.
Matemwe Bungalows is a simple, stylish beach lodge overlooking Mnemba Atoll and offering comfortable accommodation in 14 thatched bungalow suites.
Matemwe Retreat (Luxury Lodge)
The new Matemwe Retreat containing 3 fabulous separate villas are superbly located to enjoy the beautiful beach and explore the nearby reefs. The Retreat prides itself on first class service.
The new Matemwe Retreat containing 3 fabulous separate villas are superbly located to enjoy the beautiful beach and explore the nearby reefs. The Retreat prides itself on first class service.
Mnemba Island Lodge (Classic Lodge)
Mnemba Island is a tiny atoll off the north coast of Zanzibar which offers a rustic exclusivity unparalleled on the East African coast. The 10 secluded thatched bandas provide sheer escapism and the ultimate in barefoot luxury.
Mnemba Island is a tiny atoll off the north coast of Zanzibar which offers a rustic exclusivity unparalleled on the East African coast. The 10 secluded thatched bandas provide sheer escapism and the ultimate in barefoot luxury.
Pole Pole Bungalow Resort (Classic Lodge)
Pole Pole is a small eco-resort located in Tanzania’s prime marine reserve. 7 thatched bungalow suites, all with a private deck, overlook the peaceful turquoise waters of Chole Bay.
Pole Pole is a small eco-resort located in Tanzania’s prime marine reserve. 7 thatched bungalow suites, all with a private deck, overlook the peaceful turquoise waters of Chole Bay.
Ras Kutani (Classic Lodge)
Ras Kutani is a simple, stylish lodge set in a stand of coastal forest overlooking a fresh water lagoon, on a beautiful stretch of coast to the south of Dar Es Salaam.
Ras Kutani is a simple, stylish lodge set in a stand of coastal forest overlooking a fresh water lagoon, on a beautiful stretch of coast to the south of Dar Es Salaam.
Ras Nungwi (Classic Lodge)
Ras Nungwi is an understated beach resort on a beautiful stretch of beach, with 32 rooms set in tropical gardens.
Ras Nungwi is an understated beach resort on a beautiful stretch of beach, with 32 rooms set in tropical gardens.
The Palms Zanzibar (Luxury Hotel)
The Palms is a luxury villa property on the east coast of Zanzibar, comprising six villas, each with its own private terrace and jacuzzi.
The Palms is a luxury villa property on the east coast of Zanzibar, comprising six villas, each with its own private terrace and jacuzzi.
Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski (Luxury Hotel)
The Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski Tanzania features 110 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites all featuring private terraces or balconies with views over landscaped gardens towards the ocean.
The Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski Tanzania features 110 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites all featuring private terraces or balconies with views over landscaped gardens towards the ocean.
Zanzibar Serena Inn (City Hotel)
A comfortable hotel with good facilities sitting on Stone Town’s ancient waterfront, the Zanzibar Serena Inn has fifty two rooms and suites offering a cool retreat from the tropical heat.
A comfortable hotel with good facilities sitting on Stone Town’s ancient waterfront, the Zanzibar Serena Inn has fifty two rooms and suites offering a cool retreat from the tropical heat.