Located near Makangale on the northwestern coast of Pemba Island, The Manta Resort is an exclusive island retreat surrounded by tropical vegetation, pristine beaches and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Known for its peaceful atmosphere, distinctive accommodation and commitment to marine conservation, the resort offers a memorable experience for travellers seeking privacy, relaxation and a deeper connection with nature.

The resort features several accommodation categories, including Garden Rooms, Superior Garden Rooms, Oceanview Villas, Seafront Villas and Seafront Family Villas. Designed to blend with the island’s natural surroundings, these accommodation options provide comfortable spaces for couples, families and guests looking for a relaxing beachfront stay.

However, the resort’s most extraordinary accommodation is its famous Underwater Room, a private floating structure located approximately 250 metres offshore. This remarkable three-level retreat features a submerged bedroom surrounded by large glass windows, allowing guests to observe tropical fish and marine life moving through the surrounding coral reef. Above the water, guests can enjoy a lounge area, an en-suite bathroom and a rooftop sundeck overlooking the Indian Ocean. It offers a truly distinctive overnight experience for travellers seeking something beyond an ordinary beach holiday.

The Manta Resort also offers excellent facilities, including the Seaview Restaurant, swimming pool, beach bar, guest lounge and Kipepeo Spa. Guests can enjoy freshly prepared meals inspired by local Pemba ingredients and international flavours, while the spa provides treatments designed to encourage relaxation and wellbeing.

For ocean lovers and adventure enthusiasts, the resort offers opportunities for diving, snorkeling, coral reef exploration, kayaking, sunset sailing and island excursions. Its location within the Pemba Channel also makes it an important part of the region’s marine conservation story, with tourism supporting efforts to protect the surrounding coral reef ecosystems and local communities.

Set directly on the beachfront in the heart of Stone Town, Park Hyatt Zanzibar places refined luxury within one of the island’s most atmospheric settings. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of winding lanes, carved Zanzibari doors, bustling markets and centuries of Swahili, Omani and Indian influences, Stone Town becomes part of the experience itself. From the hotel, the Indian Ocean and traditional dhow harbour unfold just beyond the property, creating a rare meeting of history, culture and contemporary elegance.

The hotel offers 67 beautifully appointed rooms, including 11 suites, designed with understated elegance and timeless regional accents. Rooms begin at a generous 45 square metres, while the larger suites offer expansive living spaces and spectacular ocean views. The Bahari Terrace Suite features a vast ocean-facing terrace, while the 450-square-metre Zamani Presidential Suite offers panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean, creating an exceptional private retreat above the city.

Dining captures the flavours and atmosphere of Zanzibar. At the Dining Room, the setting recalls an elegant traditional Omani residence, while the cuisine draws inspiration from the Swahili Coast and Indian Ocean, with fresh seafood, local ingredients and aromatic spices taking centre stage. The waterfront spaces provide beautiful places to dine, gather or simply watch traditional dhows move across the horizon.

The experience continues with the tranquil spa, an ocean-facing 18-metre infinity pool and a fitness centre, while the hotel’s location makes exploring Stone Town effortless. Guests can walk through its historic streets, discover Forodhani Gardens and the Old Fort, visit museums and markets, or simply return to the hotel for a quiet evening overlooking the ocean. For Back to Eden Adventure guests, Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers an elegant final chapter to a Tanzania journey — where safari memories meet the timeless soul of Zanzibar.

Situated in Makangale Village on the northwestern coast of Pemba Island, Pemba Paradise Beach Resort is a welcoming beachfront retreat surrounded by tropical gardens and the beautiful waters of the Indian Ocean. Its peaceful location, natural surroundings and direct beach access make it an appealing choice for travellers looking to enjoy a relaxing island holiday away from busier tourist destinations.

The property offers a selection of spacious accommodation options designed for different types of travellers, including couples, families and small groups. Guests can choose from Standard Rooms, Ocean Sea View rooms, Deluxe Garden rooms and Family Sea View rooms. Depending on the room category, visitors can enjoy garden surroundings, ocean views and private outdoor spaces.

Beyond its accommodation, Pemba Paradise offers facilities that allow guests to enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The property features an on-site restaurant and bar serving local and international cuisine, a swimming pool, spa and wellness facilities, and Wi-Fi. Guests can spend their time relaxing in the tropical gardens, enjoying the beachfront setting or arranging activities to discover the island’s natural beauty.

Set directly along the beautiful Bwejuu Beach on Zanzibar’s peaceful southeast coast, Baraza Resort & Spa is an intimate expression of Indian Ocean luxury. White sands, turquoise waters and swaying palms surround a resort inspired by the island’s rich Swahili heritage, where dramatic arches, carved details and timeless design create an atmosphere that feels both grand and deeply connected to Zanzibar.

Baraza offers just 30 exceptionally spacious private-pool villas, creating a sense of seclusion throughout the resort. Each villa reflects classic Swahili architecture and combines generous living spaces with elegant bedrooms, freestanding bathtubs, dressing areas and private outdoor spaces. From intimate one-bedroom villas to the magnificent 254-square-metre Royal Beach Two-Bedroom Villa, every stay is designed around privacy, space and effortless comfort.

The resort’s culinary experience moves effortlessly between elegant dining and relaxed island living. Guests can begin the day at Livingstone Terrace, enjoy beachfront and poolside moments at Ocean Lounge, take afternoon tea at the Chai Lounge or dress for an evening at The Sultan’s Dining Room. At Dhahabu Bar & Lounge, the atmosphere becomes more intimate, while menus draw inspiration from Zanzibar’s spices and a fusion of Swahili, Indian, Persian, Asian and Continental flavours.

At the heart of the resort, the Frangipani Spa offers a beautiful expression of Zanzibar’s natural heritage, with treatments inspired by warm shoreline sand, cloves, coconut and tropical flowers. Beyond the resort, guests can discover coral reefs, sail on a traditional dhow, explore Jozani Forest, visit a spice farm, learn the secrets of Swahili cuisine or simply walk the endless Bwejuu shoreline. For Back to Eden Adventure guests, Baraza is the perfect place to end a safari journey — where the excitement of Tanzania gives way to warm Indian Ocean waters, timeless architecture and complete relaxation.

Set along a beautiful sandy beach on Zanzibar’s east coast, TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar unfolds like an Arabian palace surrounded by an exotic garden of palms and tropical greenery. The ocean, gardens and elegant architecture create a relaxed sense of escape, while the resort’s location makes it an ideal place to slow down after the excitement of a mainland safari. Here, days are shaped by warm sea breezes, soft sands and the timeless rhythm of the Indian Ocean.

The resort offers 207 rooms alongside three villas, with accommodation designed for both couples and families. Rooms combine contemporary comfort with a tropical sense of place, featuring air conditioning, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, comfortable seating and private balconies overlooking the gardens or pools. For guests seeking a more spacious retreat, suites and villas provide an elevated way to experience the resort.

Dining becomes part of the holiday itself, with five restaurants and three bars offering a wide variety of culinary experiences. Guests can savour international and local flavours, discover the Arabic, African and Indian influences of authentic Swahili cuisine, enjoy Italian dishes at Andiamo, Asian and Teppanyaki specialities at Tastes of Asia, or dine beside the ocean at Green & Grill. Selected evenings bring beach barbecues beneath the open sky, while Breeze offers seafood and more intimate private dining experiences.

Beyond the beach, the resort offers several ways to relax and experience Zanzibar. The BLUE® Spa provides opportunities for massages and wellness treatments, while BLUEf!t® activities, yoga, water sports, snorkelling, diving and sailing invite guests to remain active at their own pace. For those wanting to discover the island itself, the BLUE Guides can help reveal Zanzibar’s spice farms, cultural attractions and hidden corners. For Back to Eden Adventure guests, TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar offers an effortless transition from safari to sea — a place where wild Tanzania gives way to turquoise waters, tropical gardens and long, unhurried days.