In the magical Zanzibar, mix of Swahili and Arabic cultures, this magnificent and luxurious sunset Villa is located on the beach of Matemwe North-East of Zanzibar just in front of the well known Mnemba Island. Situated on a huge beachside area, the Villa features a large ocean front swimming pool, which is the perfect place to enjoy lazy summer days. Leading from the living room, is a spacious veranda and pergola en suite with stunning sea views, furnished with table and chairs to enable you to dine al fresco.A magnificent beach with powder-white sand and swaying palm trees lies directly at your doorstep, and connects you to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. With 4 double A/C bedrooms, the villa is ideal for families, with plenty in the surrounding area to see but offers total relation and quietness as well. The villa has a Toyota 4X4 at disposal to discover Zanzibar and a boat for all water sports, diving, snorkelling, fishing...The villa is completely equipped with all modern facilities. On request we could work out an ALL IN formula, including all meals, at cost price.
The Villa features 4 large King size bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The 2 upstairs bedrooms are both en-suite, while the 2 bedrooms downstairs share a spacious bathroom. For larger groups, the villa staff will happily prepare a couple of extra beds in the spacious living areas, taking the total capacity up to 10 guests for the villa.
Sat TV
Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Self Catering Kitchen (full equipped)
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Hair driers
Safe
Outdoor Features:
Garden
Private infinity swimming pool
Outside furnished dining area
External parking place
Access to the beach (1 minute)
Welcome Cocktail
Manager on site
Daily House-Keeping
Nissan Patrol 4×4 (7-seater) and a large (petrol to be paid)
Speedboat for snorkeling trips and sundowner cruises (petrol to be paid)
Linen, towels, beach towels
Gardener
Security
Cook
Laundry Service
Babysitting service
Airport Transfer
Sleeps up to 8
(2 extra beds on request)
Children welcome
No pets allowed
No Smoking Villa
Check out by 10 am
Rental car and shuttle service from and to the airport recommended
1 minute beach
3 Km Matemwe village
3.5 Km Mnemba Island
45 Km Airport
The location of the villa allows for swift access to the coral reef, and its beach is perfect for walks at sunrise. The numerous rock pools will also keep younger visitors entertained. In Matemwe and on Mnemba island there are 5* PADI diving schools that offer a range of courses, superb dive trips and snorkeling excursions. You will also find kite surfing available in Matemwe. We recommend and organize fantastic excursions to Stone Town city, a fascinating maze of narrow streets and alley ways which lead you past numerous old houses and mosques, ancient palaces, shops, bazaars; to Mnemba Atoll (a paradise to relax, swim and dive), definitely without dispute ones of the best diving and snorkeling spots in Africa, or even in the world, or to other secluded beaches where you can enjoy a fantastic seafood barbecue meal.
A 30-minute boat ride away is Mnemba Island and the world-renowned coral reef that provides some of the most spectacular diving and snorkelling in the world. Here you have a good chance of seeing turtles and wild dolphins, in addition to the colourful reef fish that dart around the coral. Stone Town is just 50 minutes from the villas, allowing for easy day trips into the winding streets of the historic town, and excursions to all corners of this fascinating island.
Further details: The history of Zanzibar has been influenced by many nations, including the Arabia, Persia, India, Portugal, Britian and local tribes from the African mainland. This is clearly noticed in the architecture. Stone Town is a place of narrow lanes, intricately carved wooden doors, towers, terraces and fabulous mosques. In 1964 Zanzibar united with Tanganyika to form the present day Tanzania, although it still enjoys a high degree of autonomy within the unified state. Zanzibar is an archepelago of islands in the Indian Ocean that lie 30km off the coast of Tanzania. The two largest islands are Unguja (usually referred to as 'Zanzibar') and Pemba. Zanzibar Town (including it's old quarter of Stone Town) is the capital of Zanzibar, and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Tourism and spices are Zanzibar's main industries are spices and tourism. It is often still referred to as the Spice Islands due to the production of cloves, nutmeg, pepper and cinnamon.
Important cultural considerations
Zanzibar has a long history of religious tolerance and although the islands are 99% Muslim, alcohol and tobacco are freely available. Visitors are, however, requested to show consideration for the culture of Zanzibar by dressing modestly and refraining from public displays of affection. When walking in towns and villages, women should wear clothes that cover their shoulders and knees. Men should not walk bare-chested or wearing swimming trunks. Many visitors refuse to cover up and this causes offense and often outrage amongst the local population, even though these feelings may not be directly expressed. As one sign says, “Short skirts are like nude” On the beaches swimwear is acceptable, but topless sunbathing is not. During the fast of Ramadan, it is considered the height of bad manners to eat and drink in public places or while walking down the street. Non- Muslims should not enter mosques unless specifically invited to do so. Only take pictures of people if you have their permission, and don’t peer too obviously through the doorways of private houses in Stone Town.
Nudity and topless sunbathing is prohibited by Tanzanian Law.
Weather
from July till September very low levels of rainfall and average temperatures around 25°C. From October till December generally very humid with short rains and temperatures rising into the 30s. In January and February the heat soars with average highs.