Mnemba Island Mnemba Island Lodge lies off the north eastern tip of Zanzibar Island. The Island is 1.5 kilometres in circumference and is surrounded by a tropical Indian Ocean coral reef. Once the site of a volcano, Mnemba Island forms part of an exquisite atoll. Accommodation Mnemba is a true tropical barefoot paradise with just ten bandas on an otherwise uninhabited island – exclusive privacy is guaranteed. Each banda is built of indigenous materials, mostly woven and thatched with palm leaves. The bandas have en suite bathrooms with shower, basin, hot and cold water, ceiling fans and a spacious outdoor veranda. The dining area is adjacent to the sitting room/bar. There is a small library with a selection of wildlife books, games and magazines. Sun loungers are placed under shade on the beach for guests’ comfort. Guest areas are all open-sided, cooled by sea breezes, informal and relaxed. Fresh fish and seafood is served at lunch and dinner. Weather permitting, dinner is served on the beach. It is important to understand when thinking of staying on Mnemba that this is about as close to a desert island fantasy as you can get. This does mean that day to day facilities which most people take for granted are not readily available here. There is no air conditioning, television, etc and if this is what you seek then you should not stay at Mnemba. Water is a scarce resource and all supplies must be shipped in by sea. Consider the logistics of running a lodge to such high standards and you will appreciate why costs are higher than a beach resort with all modern amenities. If it is a complete getaway from the stress of modern living, kick off your shoes and soak up the fantasy of a few days on your own private Indian Ocean island. Things to do (or not to do) Guests can enjoy swimming, walking, snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaking, fly-fishing and scuba diving (if in possession of a valid diving certificate - maximum 2 dives per day). A variety of diving courses and deep-sea fishing is available at an additional charge. All scuba and snorkelling equipment is provided. Turtles lay and hatch their eggs all year round on the islands beaches. Or alternatively lie in your hammock and soak up your own tropical paradise. Getting there The Lodge transfers guests to and from Zanzibar International Airport or Stone Town. This transfer is approximately 1 ½ hours by road, followed by a 15-20 minute transfer in open ski boats directly to and from the beach. When to go The best months to visit Mnemba are from June to March. The rainy season is in two monsoon seasons – “long rains” in April & May, “short rains” in November. The lodge is closed from 1 April to 31 May each year during the heavy monsoon “long rains”Mnemba Island and its surrounding reefs are a Marine Conservation Area, and a nominal levy on watersports goes to the local communities

Mnemba Island

Mnemba Island Lodge lies off the north eastern tip of Zanzibar Island. The Island is 1.5 kilometres in circumference and is surrounded by a tropical Indian Ocean coral reef. Once the site of a volcano, Mnemba Island forms part of an exquisite atoll.

Accommodation

Mnemba is a true tropical barefoot paradise with just ten bandas on an otherwise uninhabited island – exclusive privacy is guaranteed. Each banda is built of indigenous materials, mostly woven and thatched with palm leaves. The bandas have en suite bathrooms with shower, basin, hot and cold water, ceiling fans and a spacious outdoor veranda.

The dining area is adjacent to the sitting room/bar. There is a small library with a selection of wildlife books, games and magazines. Sun loungers are placed under shade on the beach for guests’ comfort. Guest areas are all open-sided, cooled by sea breezes, informal and relaxed. Fresh fish and seafood is served at lunch and dinner. Weather permitting, dinner is served on the beach.

It is important to understand when thinking of staying on Mnemba that this is about as close to a desert island fantasy as you can get. This does mean that day to day facilities which most people take for granted are not readily available here. There is no air conditioning, television, etc and if this is what you seek then you should not stay at Mnemba. Water is a scarce resource and all supplies must be shipped in by sea. Consider the logistics of running a lodge to such high standards and you will appreciate why costs are higher than a beach resort with all modern amenities. If it is a complete getaway from the stress of modern living, kick off your shoes and soak up the fantasy of a few days on your own private Indian Ocean island.

Things to do (or not to do)

Guests can enjoy swimming, walking, snorkelling, windsurfing, kayaking, fly-fishing and scuba diving (if in possession of a valid diving certificate - maximum 2 dives per day). A variety of diving courses and deep-sea fishing is available at an additional charge. All scuba and snorkelling equipment is provided. Turtles lay and hatch their eggs all year round on the islands beaches. Or alternatively lie in your hammock and soak up your own tropical paradise.

Getting there

The Lodge transfers guests to and from Zanzibar International Airport or Stone Town. This transfer is approximately 1 ½ hours by road, followed by a 15-20 minute transfer in open ski boats directly to and from the beach.

When to go

The best months to visit Mnemba are from June to March. The rainy season is in two monsoon seasons – “long rains” in April & May, “short rains” in November. The lodge is closed from 1 April to 31 May each year during the heavy monsoon “long rains”Mnemba Island and its surrounding reefs are a Marine Conservation Area, and a nominal levy on watersports goes to the local communities