#Mnemba Island │ Zanzibar **An exclusive barefoot island paradise off the north-east coast of Zanzibar. Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar is fondly known as the ‘Spice Island’ due to the variety of spices grown here. Stone Town, a World Heritage Site, boasts bustling market places, beautifully carved wooden doors, mosques and grand Arab residences. This romantic, barefoot-island haven in the Zanzibar, Archipelago is committed to a legacy of community, upliftment and marine conservation.** **A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside bandas, for just 24 guests, connected to the breathtaking Mnemba atoll. Discover sheer, unpretentious paradise on this exclusive island, where the simple pleasures become your most treasured of memories for many years to come. Relax and unwind on your own stretch of beachfront, where simple yet luxurious bandas peep out onto unblemished sands from the dappled shade of the casuarina pine forest. Thatched dining and sitting or bar areas boast beautiful open views of the beach and spectacular vistas of Zanzibar beyond.** **Late breakfast trays teeming with tropical fruit, freshly-squeezed juice and Tanzanian coffee can be delivered to the beach banda for those wanting to indulge in a lie-in. Fresh sushi and chilled champagne can appear discreetly at the guests’ beach loungers should they wish to celebrate the magnificent sunset in privacy. Romantic candlelit dinners are served on the beach, with the waves lapping gently at guests’ feet. Allow yourself to relax and take a break with yoga and massages in the tranquil retreat of your banda.** **** ###*_Accomodations:_* - *Banda*. &Beyond Mnemba Island offers 12 rustic palm-frond bandas tucked into a tropical forest. 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. - *Family Banda*. The family banda on &Beyond Mnemba Island comprises of a twin and double room that are situated close together with an adjoining wooden walkway. Each banda has its own ensuite bathroom and a private veranda and seating area. The family banda can accommodate four adults or two adults and two children (three children can be provided for on request). **** ###*_Amenities:_* - WIFI available - Connect with the outside world with network throughout - PADI dive center **** ###*_Experiences:_* - *Swim and snorkel adventures off the beach*. The sandy beaches and calm turquoise seas surrounding the island offer irresistible snorkelling and swimming directly from the beach, at all tides. For the more adventurous, the best snorkelling spots island are accessible by a 10-minute motorboat journey. - *Connect & re-awaken your soul*. Seize the opportunity to rejuvenate in true African style. Just escaping to this barefoot paradise is soul soothing, with the open style design, the natural world is integrated into the lodge. - *Fresh and wholesome food experience*. Exuding the essence of Zanzibar’s richness, history and soul; fresh, locally-produced, wholesome and natural, the overall food theme is one of barefoot beach simplicity. - *Scuba dive*. Dive into a fascinating world beneath the waves in Zanzibar. Diving in Zanzibar will prove to be an awe-inspiring experience, with some of the healthiest reefs in the Indian Ocean, making this a must and an unforgettable diving destination. - *Trace Freddie Mercury’s footsteps*. Find your bohemian rhapsody in stone town. Take a guided tour through these surrounds, where he lived until 1964, when the Zanzibar Revolution forced the family to leave. - *Immersive cultural tour of Zanzibar*. Discover Zanzibar’s cultural gems in the company of a private and experienced guide, who will tailor-make your excursion to suit your personal interests and preferences. - *Discover the history of Stone Town*. Delve into the beauty and ancient history of Zanzibar on this fascinating Stone Town tour. - *Explore Zanzibar on a Spice Island Tour*. Follow the scent of spices like vanilla, cloves, turmeric, nutmeg and cinnamon, as you drive through the lush greenery of the island’s spice growing areas. - *Visit Prison Island*. A fascinating step back in time, and visit Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, a short boat ride away from Zanzibar. - *Yoga on a private island*. Channel your energy and increase your self-awareness with a yoga class placed against the background of Mnemba Islands crystal clear waters. - *Green turtle nesting adventure*. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of watching green turtle hatchlings as they find their way out of their sandy nests and crawl to the ocean. ****