Mnemba island, Tanzania
From series “The Most Beautiful Islands on the Planet”
Not far from the Zanzibar Island is the uninhabited Mnemba Island, which is part of the marine conservation area. The length of the island's circumference is about 1.5 km. Nearby is the incredibly beautiful coral reef, which the divers from all over the world in this area. At present the island is private property. It is not so easy to get on it. This wonderfully beautiful area is one of the elitist destinations.
On the island it was only a magnificent hotel, the Mnemba Lodge, which can accommodate no more than 20 guests. This unique hotel is popular with the world famous celebrities. The best time to visit the wonderful exotic island is the period from January to April. Apart from the chic hotel, the island has a lot of other interesting features: the large beaches and the lagoons with snow-white sand, hundreds of exotic plants and palm trees, as well as the strange animals.
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'NBC' located in 42 km (
check the route on the map).
check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Zanzibar Rent A Car' is located in 44 km (
on the map).
on the map).
Fuel station: 'Gapco' in 13 km
Supermarket: 'Kwality Supermarket' in 43 km
Parking: 'Kwa Kinyangunya' in 42 km
Apotheek: 'Mkokotoni Dispensary' in 15 km
Police station: 'Nungwi Police Station' in 12 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Emerald Dream of Zanzibar' in 13 km
Cities nearby
Best hotels near Mnemba island
Green and Blue Ocean Lodge
Located in 4 km from Mnemba island
Route on the map:
Rooms: 14
Route on the map:
Rooms: 14
The cozy and bright bungalows have typical island-style character with white walls and palm-thatched roofs. Each unit features a terrace with garden, … More: photo, rates and booking
Zanzibar House
Located in 6 km from Mnemba island
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Rooms: 7
Route on the map:
Rooms: 7
The spacious rooms have views of the palm grove garden or the Indian Ocean, and include terraces with seating areas. Free Wi-Fi is available is all … More: photo, rates and booking
Villa Kiva Boutique Hotel
Located in 7 km from Mnemba island
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Rooms: 11
Route on the map:
Rooms: 11
Offering a private veranda or a balcony, each guestroom at Villa Kiva is elegantly decorated with exposed wooden beams and ethnic details. All rooms … More: photo, rates and booking
Waridi Beach Resort & Spa
Located in 10 km from Mnemba island
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Rooms: 62
Route on the map:
Rooms: 62
The rooms include carved wooden beds, air conditioning, tea-and-coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with shower. At Waridi Beach Resort … More: photo, rates and booking
Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit
43 km - Stone Town of Zanzibar
The Stone Town of Zanzibar, a unique historical district with a lot of preserved buildings, is one of the most interesting historical sights in Tanzania. The unusual name of the historical district is due to a lot of stone buildings, the first of which were built at …
From the series 'The Unesco World Heritage Sites in Africa'
The Stone Town of Zanzibar, a unique historical district with a lot of preserved buildings, is one of the most interesting historical sights in Tanzania. The unusual name of the historical district is due to a lot of stone buildings, the first of which were built at …
500 km - Swimming pool at Camping Sanctuary Swala
Sanctuary Swala Lodge offers amazing entertainment to its guests. It is located in the scenic Tarangire National Park in Tanzania. It is surrounded by wildlife. You can watch wild animals while relaxing in the surrounding area of the Lodge. There are a few dangerous …
From the series 'Most Scary Swiiming Pools'
Sanctuary Swala Lodge offers amazing entertainment to its guests. It is located in the scenic Tarangire National Park in Tanzania. It is surrounded by wildlife. You can watch wild animals while relaxing in the surrounding area of the Lodge. There are a few dangerous …
532 km - Lake Natron
In Tanzania, near the Kenyan border is the salt lake Natron. Its depth does not exceed 3 meters. One of the main characteristics of the lake is the high alkalinity. Notwithstanding such harsh conditions, the lake is not lifeless, some species of aquatic plants and …
From the series 'The Most Surrealistic Places of the Earth'
In Tanzania, near the Kenyan border is the salt lake Natron. Its depth does not exceed 3 meters. One of the main characteristics of the lake is the high alkalinity. Notwithstanding such harsh conditions, the lake is not lifeless, some species of aquatic plants and …
594 km - Masai
The Maasai people of East Africa live in the savanna between southern Kenia and nothern Tanzania. The tribe has some 900 000. They differ by a special way of life, which has absolutely not changed over the past century. A tribal structure is based on the so-called …
From the series 'Wildest Tribes Avoiding Civilization'
The Maasai people of East Africa live in the savanna between southern Kenia and nothern Tanzania. The tribe has some 900 000. They differ by a special way of life, which has absolutely not changed over the past century. A tribal structure is based on the so-called …
635 km - Serengeti National Park
One of the world’s largest reserves - the Serengeti reserve - is located in Tanzania and covers an area of 14763 square kilometres. About a century ago the Maasai tribes were the first to settle the deserted territories that were once home to wild animals. With the …
From the series 'Largest Nature Reserves on Earth'
One of the world’s largest reserves - the Serengeti reserve - is located in Tanzania and covers an area of 14763 square kilometres. About a century ago the Maasai tribes were the first to settle the deserted territories that were once home to wild animals. With the …
636 km - Serengeti National Park
On the border between the two African countries, Tanzania and Kenya, there is a unique natural reserve, Serengeti. Tourists from all over the world come here to admire its beauty. Lions are among the main inhabitants of the nature reserve. Serengeti is one of the few …
From the series 'Fabulous Nooks of the World with Striking Colorful Shades'
On the border between the two African countries, Tanzania and Kenya, there is a unique natural reserve, Serengeti. Tourists from all over the world come here to admire its beauty. Lions are among the main inhabitants of the nature reserve. Serengeti is one of the few …
Top destination around Mnemba island - Zanzibar Island
There are people of different religions here on the island. So, Zoroastrian celebrate their own New Year’s Day in July, it’s a huge cultural event. The Mwaka Kogwa festival is celebrated in Makunduchi. People burn a specially-built hut as a symbol of freedom from the last year’s spirits.
There are far more various festivals here on the island. For instance, a huge cultural musical Swahili festival takes place in the middle of February in Stone Town. Lots of dance and music bands come there from all over the country to perform traditional as well as modern music. The Stone Town’s Old Fort is the centre of the event. After that, you can visit the Zanzibar music festival at the end of June-beginning of July. You’ll have a chance to take part in the festival dedicated to Eastern Africa’s cultural heritage, buy some unusual souvenirs and learn more about the East African coast’s history.
One more rather attractive event here is the Zanzibar cultural festival that takes place from 22nd to 24th October. You’ll be able to see various African music instruments, watch dances of different local tribes and listen to modern and traditional African music genres.
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There are far more various festivals here on the island. For instance, a huge cultural musical Swahili festival takes place in the middle of February in Stone Town. Lots of dance and music bands come there from all over the country to perform traditional as well as modern music. The Stone Town’s Old Fort is the centre of the event. After that, you can visit the Zanzibar music festival at the end of June-beginning of July. You’ll have a chance to take part in the festival dedicated to Eastern Africa’s cultural heritage, buy some unusual souvenirs and learn more about the East African coast’s history.
One more rather attractive event here is the Zanzibar cultural festival that takes place from 22nd to 24th October. You’ll be able to see various African music instruments, watch dances of different local tribes and listen to modern and traditional African music genres.
Read further...
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