Honeymoon Heaven

If you are coming from the Serengeti you’ll be collected at Zanzibar airport and taken on the 90-minute drive to Matemwe Retreat. If you are coming from Nyerere you will fly to Songo Songo Island before taking a 45-minute boat trip across to the exclusive Fanjove Island.

During your stay at Matemwe Retreat you will have your own rooftop deck and plunge pool with panoramic views of Zanzibar’s coastline. You’ll be treated to a private butler and chef, so there’s really no need to leave your villa. However, if you do feel like venturing out, there’s plenty to do that will keep you busy. After breakfast, you can take a stroll down the beach, head out on a snorkelling excursion, or take part in one of the many activities available on the island. A romantic lunch on your private sandbank, “Infinity Island” is a must for couples looking to do something different. Matemwe is just a 60-minute drive from Stone Town, allowing for easy day trips to all corners of the island. Your three days spent with us at Matemwe can be as busy or as relaxed as you please.

After arriving at the secluded Fanjove Private Island you will settle into your A-framed wooden banda which is open at its front to capitalise on the uninterrupted ocean views. The whole property has been designed to minimize its environmental footprint. Solar power is employed for all the rooms, and the buildings use traditional, natural materials – sustainable wood, makuti (palm leaves) and thatch.  Over the next few days why not act out your Robinson Crusoe fantasies. The island is home to thousands of sea birds, nesting turtles and coconut crabs! Explore the area with a sandbank picnic, go kayaking around the island, go fishing – or snorkel or scuba dive along the 11 km of virgin coral reef.