MNEMBA ISLAND LODGE, ZANZIBAR

Mnemba is an idyllic island situated within a marine reserve comprising four distinct habitats which are home to a diverse array of Indian Ocean wildlife.
  • Nesting place of threatened green turtles (monitoring and protection project has been underway since 1996)
  • Seasonal viewing of humpback whales (July to September)
  • Encounters with three species of dolphin
  • Excellent opportunities to view whale sharks (the world's largest fish)
  • Migratory and resident shore birds feed and roost on the Island
  • Approximately 600 species of coral reef fish


MNEMBA'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND AWARDS

  • Condé Nast Traveller voted Mnemba Island as one of the three most romantic ocean destinations in the world.
  • Listed among US Travel & Leisure 's Editor's picks for "Best Beach Resorts" in September 2000, "World's Best" feature