Description
The Retreat is located on an amazing stretch of private land, just north of Matemwe’s main lodge and right opposite the Mnemba Atoll.
The three villas are all uniquely designed. The ground floor of each villa features a private cocktail bar, air-conditioned bedroom, bathroom with double basins, shower and a large romantic bathtub overlooking the Indian Ocean. The best part of each villa is the plunge pool on the private roof terrace, complete with sun and shade decks.
Service in the Retreat is of the highest standards, with a personal butler service in each villa. All meals and drinks are delivered to the villa or to the beach in front of the Retreat. Massages and beauty treatments are offered in the comfort of your roof terrace, overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Guide price
£3,596
per person
£3,596 Guide price is per person based on two sharing in a suite for 7 nights on a fully inclusive basis, and includes flights, air taxes and transfers.
Accommodation
Matemwe Retreat consists of three self contained, private villas, each with uninterrupted views of the turquoise Indian Ocean. The ground floor of each villa features a private bar area, an air conditioned bedroom and a bathroom with double basins, shower and a large oversized bath. A spacious veranda equipped with a comfortable couch and large hammock provides the perfect spot to unwind .The private roof terrace has a plunge pool complete with both sun and shade decks.
Childcare
under 12 are not welcome.
Facilities
There is a spa offering a range of massages and beauty treatments which can be enjoyed in the privacy of your villa. The Retreat offers in-villa dining and a full butler service.
Activities
Local snorkeling and diving sites are suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced divers. Guests can snorkel straight from the beach or during reef walks and kayaks are available to explore the crystal clear sea.
From the villas day-trips can be arranged to the historic centre of Stone Town, Jozani Forest or Prison Island, or a Spice Tour to learn about the great variety of spices that the island is famous for.
Services
A dedicated butler will ensure that every whim is catered for. Select your menu with the chef each morning, sip a fresh cocktail in your plunge pool and enjoy a relaxing massage in the privacy of your villa. Or, leave your sanctuary to dive and snorkel at the nearby reef - tailor your day to suit youself.
When to travel
Situated only 6° south of the equator, Zanzibar enjoys ideal holiday weather. Temperatures average between 24°C and 27°C throughout the year with 7-9 hours of sunshine per day.
There are 2 rainy seasons: Acute, brief showers, lasting about an hour in the morning occur for a couple of weeks during November. The rains last slightly longer in April and May, but even then it does not rain every day. These rains replenish the Island and are often referred to as the “Green Season”.
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Location and directions
Matemwe, East Coast, Zanzibar
Situated slightly north of Matemwe in an elevated position, Matemwe Retreat enjoys unspoilt views through palm trees of the warm Indian Ocean and Mnemba Island. The north east part of Zanzibar Island is known as Matemwe.
How to get there
The easiest and most direct way to reach Zanzibar is to fly via Dar es Salaam, on Tanzania's coast (9.5hr international flight). The connecting flight from Dar es Salaam to Stone Town Airport on Zanzibar take 20 minutes. Matemwe Retreats is an hours drive from Stone Town.
