Tanzania Top Luxury Lodge - Mnemba Island Lodge

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Mnemba, an untouched island off the coast of Zanzibar, is therapy for the spirit. This is where Bill Gates comes to unwind and savour Mother Nature's delights. As tribute to its allure, Conde Nast Traveller chose Mnemba Island as one of the three most romantic ocean destinations in the world.

Mnemba is an Arabic term that means an octopus head. Mnemba is situated two kilometers north east of the island of Zanzibar, a 20 minutes cruise ride in a traditional 16 foot flat bottomed boat. It's accessible via a flight from Zanzibar off Zanzibar's east coast. The island is encompassed by a one mile circumference of pristine beach. The island has an exquisite coral reef , home to giant turtles, ghost crabs and unique tropical fish and as a result a protection zone surrounds this island.

Privacy is synonymous with Mnemba since the only residents of the island are the lodge staff and guests, assuring guests of unparalleled exclusivity. This island features ten banda en-suite cottages. These cottages each have a stunning view of the beach and coral reef.

Each exquisite banda has been hand-woven and thatched from tree branches and traditional Zanzibari palm-matting. The food here is great; the chef prepares mouthwatering cuisine with exotic delicacies. Diving is an exciting and adventurous activity that is carried out at the Mnemba lodge. A valid diving certificate is required. There is a professional diving school that offers training for an extra cost. The 200 -meter protected zone offers sanctuary to a myriad of aquatic animals and magnificent coral reefs.

Conservation Corporation Africa has exclusive traversing rights over this area. The lagoon is like a huge tropical fish tank, full of colorful marine organisms. Over 300 species of fish are present. The striped dolphin is the most common marine mammal, but other dolphins and whales are also present. The gigantic, harmless whale shark, the world's largest fish, is a frequent visitor to Mnemba. Game fish include barracuda and marlin, and these are tagged before being released.

Mnemba has a wide range of fun filled activities from which guests can choose from. There are water related activities like scuba diving, windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, fly fishing and swimming. This island also creates a superb bird watching environment, the clean sandy beaches make you want to go for beach walks or simply working on your tan while lying in the beach.

Guests may also engage in deep-sea fishing, or tour of the ancientandnbsp; Spice Island of Zanzibar, and a range of relaxing massages and therapeutic treatments.There is some mobile phone reception on the island, and a broadband WiFi signal is usually available for internet access. Mnemba is accessible via a flight to Dar es Salaam, about 5km off Zanzibar's east coast.

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