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Baraza Resort & Spa

📍 Bwejuu, East Coast, Zanzibar

All-suite Zanzibari-Arabic villas Richly decorated interiors Persian-influenced spa All-inclusive indulgence Quiet east-coast beach

HoneymoonsWellness Retreats
From€ 700per night
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Breezes Beach Club & Spa

📍 Bwejuu, East Coast, Zanzibar

Relaxed east-coast beach club Zanzibari-style rooms Good spa and dive centre Several restaurants and bars Easygoing…

Family HolidaysRomantic Getaways
From€ 350per night
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Essque Zalu Zanzibar

📍 Nungwi, North Coast, Zanzibar

Dramatic over-water jetty restaurant Spacious suites and villas Good spa and wellness Close to Mnemba atoll…

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From€ 400per night
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Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa

📍 Nungwi, North Coast, Zanzibar

Swimmable Nungwi beach Big pool and gardens Several restaurants and bars Full spa and fitness Family…

Family Holidays
From€ 300per night
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Matemwe Lodge

📍 Matemwe, East Coast, Zanzibar

Opposite the Mnemba atoll Barefoot-luxury beach bandas Excellent diving and snorkelling Rooftop plunge pools Intimate relaxed…

Diving EscapesHoneymoons
From€ 600per night
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Melia Zanzibar

📍 Kiwengwa, East Coast, Zanzibar

Private headland with three beaches Expansive tropical gardens Wide choice of dining Spa and water sports…

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From€ 350per night
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Park Hyatt Zanzibar

📍 Stone Town, Zanzibar

Restored seafront landmark Heart of historic Stone Town Contemporary Swahili luxury Seafront pool and spa Perfect…

Romantic GetawaysWellness Retreats
From€ 500per night
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The Manta Resort

📍 Pemba Island, Zanzibar

Famous floating Underwater Room World-class Pemba diving Remote eco seclusion Barefoot luxury villas Untouched island setting

Adventure and NatureDiving Escapes
From€ 700per night
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The Palms Zanzibar

📍 Bwejuu, East Coast, Zanzibar

Just six private villas Personal butler service Total seclusion and privacy Spa and fine dining Exclusive…

HoneymoonsRomantic Getaways
From€ 900per night
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White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

📍 Paje, East Coast, Zanzibar

Thatched villas with private pools Wide Paje beach frontage Barefoot luxury feel Spa and beach dining…

Adventure and NatureHoneymoons
From€ 600per night
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Zawadi Hotel

📍 Michamvi, East Coast, Zanzibar

Just nine private villas Cliff-backed private beach Understated boutique luxury Personal attentive service Superb Michamvi sands

HoneymoonsRomantic Getaways
From€ 700per night
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Zuri Zanzibar

📍 Kendwa, North Coast, Zanzibar

Design-led colourful bungalows Swimmable sunset-facing beach Relaxed stylish atmosphere Spa and beachfront dining Diving and dhow…

HoneymoonsRomantic Getaways
From€ 400per night
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Cirque de Mafate Trek

📍 Cirque de Mafate

Trek into Mafate, the caldera reachable only on foot or by helicopter, staying in…

Adventure and Nature
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Island Hopping by Boat

📍 Nosy Be Archipelago

Hop between the islands of the Nosy Be archipelago by boat, from Nosy Komba…

Multiple Islands InSnorkelling And BeachesVillage And Market
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Lemur Trekking

📍 Nosy Komba and Lokobe

Meet Madagascar's famous lemurs up close, from the friendly black lemurs of Nosy Komba…

Black Lemurs OnGuided Rainforest WalksChameleons And Geckos
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Lokobe Forest Walk

📍 Lokobe, Nosy Be

Explore the protected Lokobe rainforest on Nosy Be with a local guide, on day…

Day And NightBlack Lemurs AndPrimary Rainforest
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La Digue

📍 Seychelles / Indian Ocean

La Digue is the laid-back island of ox-carts, bicycles and towering granite…

Iconic Anse SourceGranite Boulders AndBicycle And Ox
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Lokobe

📍 Madagascar / Indian Ocean

Lokobe is a protected rainforest reserve on the south-eastern side of Nosy…

Black Lemurs AndDay And NightRustic Beachfront Eco
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Madagascar

📍 Madagascar / Indian Ocean

Madagascar is the world's fourth largest island and one of the most…

Island Hopping AcrossEndemic Lemurs AndWorld Class Diving
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Mahe

📍 Seychelles / Indian Ocean

Mahe is the mountainous main island of the Seychelles and the arrival…

International Gateway AndBeau Vallon AndMorne Seychellois Forest
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Mauritius

📍 Mauritius / Indian Ocean

Mauritius is a polished Indian Ocean island of turquoise lagoons, white beaches…

Polished Beach ResortsTurquoise Lagoons AndWorld Class Golf

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