These islands are both accessible from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, and their situation provides great diving and snorkelling as well as the chance to explore the surrounding coastline. Each of these islands has one small and charming lodge with beautiful interiors.

Mainland beaches
Ras Kutani
Amani

Mainland Tanzanian beaches tend to be more private than those in Zanzibar, but do not offer diving. Ras Kutani and Amani Beach Club offer totally different styles of accommodation, although both are extremely comfortable and provide a very high level of service and cuisine.

Guide Price $550 pp pn
Surrounded by a pristine coral reef off the North East coast of Zanzibar, Mnemba Island is a dream island, and one of the most exclusive locations in the Indian Ocean. Only 8 thatched beach bandas provide spacious and stylish accommodation for a maximum of sixteen guests. Superb for diving, watersports and gourmet meals under the stars, all included in the price.
Absolutely exclusive Indian Ocean luxury.

Guide Price $150 pp pn
Mafia Island is part of a rural archipelago of Indian Ocean isles, surrounded by tiny coral atolls and sandbars to explore by traditional sailing dhow. Kinasi Lodge is a small family-run lodge with only 12 rooms set in landscaped gardens above the water's edge. Stylishly designed for considerate creature comforts, with library of local info and nightly cocktails.
Swimming pool and beach bar, great diving and world class fishing.

Guide Price $200 pp pn
Ras Kutani is a quiet hideaway on the coast of mainland Tanzania. One of its kind, guests who know Ras Kutani dream of returning... 12 airy bandas back into the forest over a freshwater lagoon on the Indian Ocean. Great food and snorkelling and a totally private beach make for the ultimate getaway.
Total privacy and relaxation, no diving.

Guide Price $250 pp pn
Recently completed, Amani Beach Club is a luxury hotel on the mainland, providing a private butler service, opulent air-conditioned detatched bungalows set around a beautiful swimming pool and gardens. Tennis court, and watersport facilities are provided as well as a beachside restaurant.
Beautiful arabic style with 20th century comforts.