A private and immersive, long-stay journey that does not cost the earth
A private and immersive, long-stay journey that does not cost the earth
Embrace serenity on this 8-day itinerary that takes you to the beauty of &Beyond Mnemba Island, just off the northeast coast of Zanzibar. This immersive experience makes the most of your long stay with its fantastic range of aqua adventures and barefoot bliss. It offers the perfect opportunity for you (and your family or friends) to explore and reconnect with one of the planet’s most remote, pristine places. Discover sheer, unpretentious paradise on this exclusive island and relax and unwind on your own stretch of beachfront, boasting beautiful open views of the ocean and spectacular vistas of Zanzibar beyond.
Additionally, we have kept the idea of private travel (bubbles) at the forefront of these offerings. We call it “Exclusivity for Everyone”. Our range of private travel (bubble) opportunities will match the size of your travelling party; with accommodation, flights, transfers and activity options.
7 nights on &Beyond Mnemba Island
Dedicated conservation measures on the island and marine surrounds include 20 years of
green turtle monitoring and tagging,active monitoring of beach erosion,
reef health and related biodiversity, on-land tree nursery and re-vegetation initiative,
a successful breeding project for the rare Aders’ duiker,
the elimination of plastic water bottle use together with daily beach clean-ups,
and community-led health care and education programmes.
Choose from three categories below: a FULLY-PRIVATE offering (ensuring it’s just you and your group from start to finish); SEMI-PRIVATE that ensures your accommodation and activities are just for you; and (if you don’t mind sharing accommodation options but want your experiences all to yourself) our PRIVATE ACTIVITIES only option might just be for you.
Luxuriously rustic palm-frond bandas peep out onto white coral sand beach from the dappled shade of the casuarina pine forest. The ultimate escape, the size of the island makes for an intimate and relaxing experience.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to getting to your beach destination in exclusivity. From quicker check-ins to faster transit times, private transfers to and from Zanzibar airport guarantee a safe and faster track to your idyllic beach paradise.
Grab a snorkel, mask and a set of fins and explore the kaleidoscopic coral reefs around the island. Take out a kayak or try your hand at stand up paddle boarding. Set off on either a guided or a solo adventure in the tranquil waters surrounding the island.
At an additional cost, delve into the beauty of Zanzibar with private guides and explore a labyrinth of bustling narrow alleys in Stone Town. Follow the scent of vanilla, clove and cinnamon on a spice tour or jump into a boat to search for pods of dolphins.
Talk to one of our travel specialists to tailormake you stay to any of our destinations
A romantic, barefoot-island haven, luxuriously rustic palm-frond bandas are tucked into a tropical forest opening onto the shimmering ocean. A covered walkway leads to a shuttered ensuite bathroom with a glass-beaded shower curtain. Zanzibar is famous for its woodcarvings and the scrolled headboards adorning the beds are created by some of the Island’s most skilled artisans.
&Beyond Mnemba Island features two dive centres – one on the north of the Island and one on the south, used in accordance with the weather patterns, stocked with equipment for private diving, snorkelling, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. The island has a PADI dive school and qualified dive instructors.
Relish fresh, locally produced, wholesome dishes prepared according to individual tastes, served at a time and location that suits each guest perfectly. Enjoy al freso locations such as the beach, under the trees, in the thatched dining area or privacy of your room or beach sala, a colourful feast awaits you here inspired by barefoot beach simplicity like the island itself.
Diving around Zanzibar features shallow coral gardens, walls adorned with spiral corals, tropical fish species, perfect underwater visibility and some of the best dive sites in the world. Refresher courses and a beginner three-day Open Water course are offered. Boasting irresistible swimming directly from the beach, venture just 10 minutes away on a motorboat to find snorkelling spots with kaleidoscopic marine life.
Channel your energy, balance your chakras and increase your self- awareness against the backdrop of a pristine ocean with a private yoga class. Pamper yourself with a soul-soothing wellness treatment in the comfort of your banda with Healing Earth products, made from all-natural ingredients sourced in Africa.
&Beyond Mnemba Island is an important green turtle breeding site and the conservation team work hard to protect and monitor turtle nests throughout the year. Track the footprints of female turtles at night and observe their nests during the year-round nesting season.
Relax in the romance of dusk surrounded by a vast expanse of sky above and ocean blues as your dhow glides towards the sunset. Be captivated by the evening colours, from pink hues to burning orange, with slashes of deep indigo and azure descending into inky black.
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