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Fantastic value for money with a week on Zanzibar combining culture and the coast in two different lodges.
Mbweni Ruins Hotel is set in the botanical gardens surrounded by historic ruins and full of charm and culture. The staff here are friendly and helpful and the food very good. They operate a shuttle bus into Stone Town if you want to explore and this trip includes a spice tour and a Stone Town tour.
Matemwe is a luxury lodge located on a fantastic beach on the north east coast of the island opposite Mnemba Atoll, so great snorkelling and diving can be enjoyed here. The 12 luxury suites are perched on coral rock overlooking the Indian Ocean and catching the breeze. There are swimming pools, massage areas and fantastic cuisine focusing on fresh seafood.
This combination package operates all year except 7 April - 6 June when Matemwe is closed for the main rainy season.
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Duration: 7 nights
Day 1 You will be met on arrival at Zanzibar airport and transfer on the short journey to Mbweni Ruins Hotel, settle in and relax by the pool, on the beach or go into Stone Town on the free hotel shuttle bus, wander round the narrow streets and markets. Dinner at Mbweni and sleep to the sound of bushbabies in the trees and waves on the shore below.
Day 2 Guided Stone Town tour and see interesting cultural sites such as the Anglican Cathedral on the slave market, the Palace and House of Wonders.
Day 3 Visit the spice plantations inland and enjoy a guided tour, sampling many varieties of local spices and tropical fruits. Back to Mbweni for lunch and afternon relaxing or go back to Stone Town.
Day 4 Transfer after breakfast to Matemwe Bungalows, 4 nights at leisure in this gorgeous beach location. Enjoy relaxing on the beach or at the pool, have a massage, enjoy cocktails from comfortable couches and hammocks or on your room's private verandah.
Day 5 - 7 Relaxing at Matemwe, optional activities and excursions can be booked direct.
Day 8 You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home or onward plans.
We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.
International flights will add from about £600 to £800 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Tanzania can combine easily with other East African countries.
For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.
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