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Mnemba Island Lodge - Mnemba
Mnemba, an untouched atoll off the coast of Zanzibar, is therapy for the spirit. Mnemba, an Arabic word meaning octopus head, lies two kilometers northeast of the island of Zanzibar, a 20-minute cruise in a traditional 16 foot flat-bottomed boat. A pristine swathe of beach defines the island's one-mile circumference. A protection zone surrounds the island, conserving magnificent coral reefs where giant turtles, Ghost Crabs and spectacular tropical fish drift through the lagoons. Fresh, delicate sea breezes waft through Mnemba Lodge, lending a castaway air to the entire island.
Tell Me More About Mnemba Island Lodge Located On Mnemba Island, as an Indian Ocean Island Eco-Friendly Beach Accommodation in Tanzania
• Mnemba Island features just ten ensuite banda cottages, bordered on three sides by tropical beach forest and overlooking the beach and coral reef. Each exquisite banda has been hand-woven and thatched from tree branches and traditional Zanzibar palm matting. The materials were chosen to allow the cooling sea breezes to move through the bungalow and assisted by overhead fans, the cottages remain cool all day.
• From each room, a palm-covered walkway leads to an en suite turquoise bathroom. The shower water comes from the island's well or boiled rainwater. Each banda also has a spacious outdoor verandah.
• As is befitting an earthly paradise, Mnemba has near-perfect weather. The architecture of the lodge reflects this blissful serenity. You can wander through your lattice-wood doors across the wraparound verandah and stretch out on the beach on daybeds of wood and leather weave with soft white cushions. Zanzibar is famous for producing intricate and detailed woodcarvings and some of the island's most skilled artisans have created the scrolled headboards adorning the beds.
Culinary and Dining Experience At Mnemba Island Lodge Located On Mnemba Island
• Balmy air wafts through the dining area and adjoining lounge/bar, unhindered by walls or windows. With grass mats underfoot and thatch overhead, these areas have an open view of the beach and coral reefs beyond. Mnemba Island also has a curio shop and a small library with a variety of books and games.
• Baskets filled with tropical fruit, lobsters and fresh fish are sailed into Mnemba on traditional ngalawa outriggers. Mouthwatering cuisine with exotic delicacies are lavishly prepared and laid out for your bedazzled palate. Luscious fruit includes coconut, oranges, papaya, bananas, mangoes, lychees, guavas, star apple, jackfruit, rambutans, breadfruit and avocado pears.
• Lunch is usually served buffet style or on large wooden carved Zanzibar platters adorned with delicious African Mezze (fingerfood). Dinner is served in the dining area or alfresco style on the beach. A table is placed under the stars, where you may dine with the waves gently lapping at your feet. You may also enjoy your meals privately on the verandah of your beach cottage.
Relaxation Experience and Activities At Mnemba Island Lodge Located On Mnemba Island
• Diving off Mnemba atoll and other Zanzibar diving sites.
• Fishing Expeditions.
• Windsurfing.
• Kayaking.
• Overnight at the historically rich Stone Town accommodations.
• Snorkeling off Bawe Island organized by AfricanMecca.
• Spice Tours organized by AfricanMecca.
• Jozani Tropical Forest visit.
• Zanzibar cultural tour organized by AfricanMecca.
• Visit to Prison Island organized by AfricanMecca.
• Overnight accommodation at the Chumbe Island Eco-Lodge.
• Dolphin Watching Safaris.
• Fly to Mombasa and Lamu Island, Kenya to experience culture and history.
• Safaris in Tanzania visiting Selous, Ruaha, Serengeti, Kilimanjaro and Ngorongoro Reserves and Parks.
• Safaris in Kenya visiting Samburu, Shaba, Tsavo, Mount Kenya, Masai Mara, Amboseli and Nairobi Parks and Reserves.
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