Mnemba Island Lodge

£1,630 - £2,270

per person sharing

Overview of Mnemba Island Lodge

Tanzania, Zanzibar, Mnemba Island

Just 1.5km in circumference and lying off the clove-and-cinnamon-scented coast of Zanzibar lies Mnemba Island, a proverbial paradise of coral reefs, powdery beaches, turquoise water and frolicking dolphins. Lying on this fantasy isle is Mnemba Island Lodge, where the dedication is to true ‘barefoot luxury' for all ages.

Only 10 thatched chalets – known as ‘bandas' – make up the accommodation and the indigenous suni antelope and adorable Ader's duiker are known to wander happily past them on their way to fresh grazing. Footsteps away from your banda is the beach – occupied by rare coconut crabs – and beyond that the tempting ocean, with its treasure trove of warm water, good visibility, sheer drops, a coral atoll and about 430 species of fish, including quizzical whale sharks. Mnemba Island Lodge is equipped with a PADI dive school and two dive boats, meaning you will always be able to take to the waters when it suits you. Water babies will also thrive on kayaking, windsurfing, swimming on the permanent beach and late-afternoon dhow cruises in this marine conservation area. All non-motorised water sports are included.

Landlubbers are not forgotten: spend the day bird watching (there is a large colony of doves that lives on the island) or relaxing on a daybed set up on the beach with a book from the library. Mnemba Island is also home to a fascinating green turtle population; peak turtle season is from April to August and privileged guests may even be able to witness these incredible creatures being born. Whatever you do, do not bother unpacking your shoes… no shoes and no dress code means a laid-back ambiance second to none.

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences
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Date Board Price
01/10/2025 - 20/12/2025 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £1,630
21/12/2025 - 31/03/2026 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £2,270
01/04/2026 - 07/04/2026 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £1,630
21/05/2026 - 31/05/2026 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £1,630
01/06/2026 - 30/09/2026 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £2,270
01/10/2026 - 20/12/2026 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £1,630
21/12/2026 - 10/01/2027 Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages) £2,270

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Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently.

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Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • 10 private thatched bandas
  • PADI dive school & 2 dive boats
  • Child-minding & butler service
  • Wi-Fi & library
  • Water sports & bird watching
  • Nesting turtle population

Beach activities

Children's activities

Deep sea fishing

Kayaking

Private dining experience

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Yoga

Rooms at Mnemba Island Lodge

Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
  • Mnemba's Banda.
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  • The veranda of your Banda.
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Banda

Mnemba Island Lodge’s tropical beach forest shelters bandas with built-in ‘barazas’ (Swahili for ‘meeting place’) for lazy afternoon siestas. The architecture and decor is ‘shipwreck chic’: high thatch roofs, ornate furniture carved by local artisans and no-fuss interiors.

Past your dressing room, a covered walkway leads to the shuttered bathroom that has a stone shower hung with a glass-beaded shower curtain and a double vanity. The mini bars are stocked with guests’ preferences to provide refreshment on sultry evenings under the soft hum of overhead ceiling fans.

There is a family-sized banda available.

General Facilities

At Mnemba Island Lodge, the focus is on appreciating the abundance that nature has to offer, especially the warm waves of the Indian Ocean. A PADI dive school and two dedicated dive boats cater for learner and experienced divers alike while there is also equipment for snorkelling, kayaking and wind surfing. Sail like the mariners of old on a traditional dhow as it catches the fresh sea breezes.

During season, follow the hatching of the turtles on the island or bird watch all year round. For utter relaxation, go no further than you seaside daybed and rely on your butler to wake you or refresh you with a long, cool drink.

Bar

Curio shop

Dive centre

Laundry service

Library

Private butler

Wi-Fi available

Dining

Dawn brings the scent of freshly baked coconut bread and the gentle coo of island doves. Each day, traditional dhows deliver baskets of fresh fruit, seafood and fish for the chefs to use, blending Zanzibari heritage with global flavours. In the thatched dining area, lunch is served, often on large wooden platters piled high with delectable mezze. Utterly romantic dinners are served on the beach with warm waters lapping at your feet or the softest coral sand between your toes or join a beach barbeque with the flittering stars overhead.

Expert Opinion

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Emma Hill

Emma Hill

Africa Safari Expert

Mnemba was a true paradise for me, remaining barefoot for the entire duration of my stay, exclusive location, fantastic staff and the great snorkelling literally from the beach. Anton our chef made sure nothing was too much trouble and he spoilt us with the breakfast spreads!

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Traveller Reviews

  • JJ
    Jeremy Janzen
    traveler

    Something that sticks out, is the commitment of our hosts to accommodate us and make our experience outstanding. They accommodated our dinner venue at &Beyond on Mnemba Island. The people at Mnemba Island had the ability to anticipate our wants and needs and were always “ahead of the game”. NOTHING was too much for them and our butler, Rajab became our friend!

    The food specifically was quite amazing. And it was pleasantly surprising that we never needed AC. Would recommend Mnemba highly across the board.

  • JK
    Jorgen Kjaernes
    traveler

    The ending on Mnemba was as close to paradise you can get – just fantastic!

  • EH
    Emma Hill
    employee

    Mnemba was a true paradise for me, remaining barefoot for the entire duration of my stay, exclusive location, fantastic staff and the great snorkelling literally from the beach. Anton our chef made sure nothing was too much trouble and he spoilt us with the breakfast spreads!

  • PH
    Pablo Harker
    traveler

    I have been to many beaches and ocean resorts, from the Carribean to Hawaii – there is nothing like Mnemba. On our first night we met a couple who said they had been coming to Mnemba (and only to Mnemba) every year for 15 years. We thought they were crazy, don’t they want to visit other places around the world? What are they thinking? Three nights later, I completely understand how you cannot go to any other beach in the world and not feel there is something missing. The food, the staff, the white sand, the crystal water, the sheer amount of marine wildlife, the desire to not do a thing but still be thrilled by not doing anything.

  • DH
    Dennis Hatcher
    traveler

    A really interesting drive to the beach to get the boat to Mnemba, showing of the diversity of the island’s people. Yes, getting into the boat ensured we got wet, and it was a bit of a walk but that was in a sense the price to pay for what we were about to see. A short (10 minutes) trip and we arrived at Mnemba and again welcomed by staff with drinks and towels. So, so good! After disembarking we had an introductory session with a couple of the staff before we were shown our accommodation. We will not go into too much detail as all that was there was truly great. It was our daughter's 13 birthday on the island so the day was made special for her. Starting with the obvious signs of turtle hatchings (in the end we saw 15 get to the water), Birthday cake, and I think us making too much noise with laughter and enjoyment over dinner. On the way back to our banda we saw the rest of the 15 and next day a new eggs laid by a green turtle outside our “front door”. PADI diving lessons for the children, son seeing a humpback whale, snorkeling near the dolphins etc. What can we say? The staff fantastic, our butler Pandu was such a quiet and lovely person who put up with our laughter, noise and merriment, bought us wake-up coffee, sundowner drinks and much more. As a family we have been very fortunate to see and stay at some great places around the world – this Mnemba experience and location and style is up with the best we have seen.

  • GA
    Gary Arthur
    traveler

    Mnemba in particular is one of the nicest places I have been.

  • CG
    Clive Gande
    traveler

    Was a great way to relax at the end of the trip and it really was a small piece of paradise.

JJ
Jeremy Janzen
traveler

Something that sticks out, is the commitment of our hosts to accommodate us and make our experience outstanding. They accommodated our dinner venue at &Beyond on Mnemba Island. The people at Mnemba Island had the ability to anticipate our wants and needs and were always “ahead of the game”. NOTHING was too much for them and our butler, Rajab became our friend!

The food specifically was quite amazing. And it was pleasantly surprising that we never needed AC. Would recommend Mnemba highly across the board.

JK
Jorgen Kjaernes
traveler

The ending on Mnemba was as close to paradise you can get – just fantastic!

EH
Emma Hill
employee

Mnemba was a true paradise for me, remaining barefoot for the entire duration of my stay, exclusive location, fantastic staff and the great snorkelling literally from the beach. Anton our chef made sure nothing was too much trouble and he spoilt us with the breakfast spreads!

PH
Pablo Harker
traveler

I have been to many beaches and ocean resorts, from the Carribean to Hawaii – there is nothing like Mnemba. On our first night we met a couple who said they had been coming to Mnemba (and only to Mnemba) every year for 15 years. We thought they were crazy, don’t they want to visit other places around the world? What are they thinking? Three nights later, I completely understand how you cannot go to any other beach in the world and not feel there is something missing. The food, the staff, the white sand, the crystal water, the sheer amount of marine wildlife, the desire to not do a thing but still be thrilled by not doing anything.

DH
Dennis Hatcher
traveler

A really interesting drive to the beach to get the boat to Mnemba, showing of the diversity of the island’s people. Yes, getting into the boat ensured we got wet, and it was a bit of a walk but that was in a sense the price to pay for what we were about to see. A short (10 minutes) trip and we arrived at Mnemba and again welcomed by staff with drinks and towels. So, so good! After disembarking we had an introductory session with a couple of the staff before we were shown our accommodation. We will not go into too much detail as all that was there was truly great. It was our daughter's 13 birthday on the island so the day was made special for her. Starting with the obvious signs of turtle hatchings (in the end we saw 15 get to the water), Birthday cake, and I think us making too much noise with laughter and enjoyment over dinner. On the way back to our banda we saw the rest of the 15 and next day a new eggs laid by a green turtle outside our “front door”. PADI diving lessons for the children, son seeing a humpback whale, snorkeling near the dolphins etc. What can we say? The staff fantastic, our butler Pandu was such a quiet and lovely person who put up with our laughter, noise and merriment, bought us wake-up coffee, sundowner drinks and much more. As a family we have been very fortunate to see and stay at some great places around the world – this Mnemba experience and location and style is up with the best we have seen.