For true barefoot luxury, Mnemba Island is the perfect private island escape. Less than a mile in circumference, the island offers a remote and serene beach experience; surrounded by some of the best dive sights in Africa, you can enjoy the company of prolific marine life, with turtle season around April to August time. Ardent divers will fall in love with the coral reefs around Mnemba and watersport enthusiasts will love the scuba diving, windsurfing, and snorkeling. The island is ideal for honeymooners, remote, private and very romantic.
There are only 12 chic beachside bandas at Mnemba, which offer rustic simplicity. Thatched dining and sitting or bar areas boast beautiful open views of the beach and spectacular vistas of Zanzibar beyond. Calm turquoise seas surrounding the island and offer irresistible snorkeling and swimming directly from the beach, at all tides. The size of the island makes it intimate and relaxed. Choose exactly how and where you would like to spend your day and the team will make it happen.
Please note, Mnemba Island is scheduled to close towards the end of March until the end of September 2024 for a complete reconstruction of the lodge.
A private island paradise connected to the Mnemba atoll
Barefoot luxury in 12 chic beachside bandas
Diverse marine life from dolphins to seasonal turtle hatching
Intrepid water sports and seaside adventures
A wide range of wellness and spiritually awakening activities
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12 Bandas
All Ages
Open All Year
All Inclusive
Beach
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Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
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Boat Trip
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
Watersports
Kids Bushcraft
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
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We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey.
Gina Wang, 2nd July 2023
vacation to Mnemba Island
This was the best place we stayed and a highlight of our honeymoon. The room, the privacy, the amenities, the staff, the FOOD. Being able to run right out into the warm Indian Ocean from your private beach bungalow. The emphasis on wellness. I absolutely loved it here and am SO glad we moved here -…
The actual decor of the room, lack of AC and quality of toiletries were just okay but this place made up for it with their amazing hospitality. We sat and talked to several guests and staff every night which we really enjoyed. The diving was unbelievable and the beach was the most beautiful beach I…
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12 Bandas
All Ages
Open All Year
All Inclusive
Beach
Birdwatching
Boat Trip
Cultural Experience
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
Watersports
Kids Bushcraft
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Wellness/Spa
