andBeyond Mnemba Island is an exclusive barefoot island paradise off the North East coast of Zanzibar. Just 1.5 km (less than a mile) in circumference, Mnemba is surrounded by an atoll of breathtaking coral reefs. It boasts some of Africa’s most magnificent dive sites. This romantic, island haven in the Zanzibar Archipelago is committed to a legacy of community upliftment and marine conservation.
On a private island off the northeastern tip of Zanzibar, &Beyond Mnemba is the perfect destination to get away from it all. The balmy blue waters invite you to explore the surrounding Indian Ocean. With a dive school and two dive boats for just 20 guests, you will never feel crowded during your underwater adventure.
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andBeyond Mnemba Island Accommodation
Have you ever harbored the secret wish of finding yourself the sole inhabitant of a beautiful tropical island? But without the effort of having to lift a finger to fend for yourself. Then, &Beyond Mnemba Island is just the place for you! Discover the sheer, unpretentious paradise on this private island. Where the simple pleasures become your most treasured of memories for many years to come. Relax and unwind in the exclusivity of your own stretch of beachfront. Simple yet luxurious Bandas peep out onto unblemished sands from the dappled shade of the casuarina pine forest. The only intrusion may be a visit from a curious Suni antelope or two at sundown.
Banda (126 m2 / 1,356 ft)
Mirroring the spiraling form of the nautilus seashell, each Banda enthuses tranquillity. Opalescent colors with dusty pink hues are elegantly framed. Paying homage to the ocean’s precious coral. Cultural traditions infuse understated luxury, with locally sourced brass, marble, ceramics, and Omani antiques, creating a vibrant space immersed in natural elegance.
Each of the 11 Banda’s also has its own private Beach Lounge. Complete with a comfortable day bed, sun loungers, and al fresco shower.
Family Banda (180 m2 / 1,938 ft2)
Alongside the comforts and elegance of the regular Bandas at &BEYOND Mnemba Island, the island’s exclusive Family Banda boasts an additional smaller en suite room perfect for children. Curated as the ideal space for an unforgettable family island escape, this spacious haven offers the perfect balance between shared bonding moments and essential privacy.
The Family Banda also has its own private stretch of beachside and Beach Lounge, which comes complete with a comfortable day bed, sun loungers, and al fresco shower.
*Maximum two adults and two children per Family Banda
Zanzibar Family Vacations at &Beyond Mnemba Island
Children are welcome at &Beyond Mnemba Island. Although travel to Tanzania is recommended for children 8 years or older. A maximum of 2 children under 12 can stay at Mnemba Island at any given time.
Mnemba is able to accommodate one triple room. An additional bed will be set up in the parents’ room for children 16 years or younger. Childminders are available but must be booked on the day of arrival.
&Beyond Mnemba Island Child Policy |
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| 0– 5 years, sharing with 1 or 2 adults | Free of charge |
| 6 – 16 years, sharing with 1 or 2 adults | 50% of full adult rate |
| 6 – 16 years in own room | 1st child: adult rate 2nd & 3rd child: 50% of adult rate |
Activities
Mnemba Island is known for its coral atoll and the calm azure seas, boasting irresistible swimming directly from the beach. Venture just 10 minutes away on a motorboat to find snorkeling spots with kaleidoscopic marine life. Take out a kayak or try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding. Catch the breeze and skim the surface on a sleek hobie catamaran designed for speed and simplicity. Guests can set off on either a guided or a solo adventure in the tranquil waters surrounding the island. The island has also become a new home for two unique antelope species, Ader’s duiker and Suni antelope. Through &Beyond’s successful protection project.
Diving
Zanzibar boasts some of the most pristine and unspoiled coral reefs in the Indian Ocean. These vibrant coral colonies lie under clear waters with up to 26ºC (79 ºF) temperatures. And perfect underwater sights of up to 40 meters (131 feet).
These views are particularly vivid off the coast of Unguja Island, the main island of Zanzibar. And Pemba Island, known fondly as the Green Island. They make up one of the top dive sites in the world. Boasting calm waters and a wide variety of colorful marine species.
Diving in Zanzibar features shallow coral gardens and walls that start at 30 meters deep. With close to two-meter spiral corals and high barrel sponges. Encounter neon-tinted fish, such as the blue potato grouper, the indigo Napoleon fish, the deep red Cubera snapper. And the green sea turtle.
Dive alongside a wide range of marine wildlife, bright blue water drop-offs, and shining, strong, and shallow reefs. Tough and supple coral patches sustain a rise of reefs, tropical fish, and many other sea residents.
Diving in Zanzibar will prove to be an awe inspiring experience. With some of the healthiest reefs in the Indian Ocean, this is a must and an unforgettable diving destination. Refresher courses and a beginner three day Open Water course are offered.
Make an impact*
Artificial reef structure exploration:
Join the Wild Impact Oceans Without Borders team in caring for Mnemba Island’s reefs and help monitor the marine life that calls it home.
Coral reef frame project:
Build and place your own coral frame to support reef restoration and leave something living behind.
Coral nursery experience:
Dive into the coral nursery and assist in growing future reefs, one delicate fragment at a time.
Wild Impact community visit:
Step into village life and meet the people shaping Zanzibar’s future through education, health and conservation.
*At an additional cost
Island conservation tour:
Get a behind the scenes look at how Mnemba Island protects its rare species and fragile ecosystems. No additional cost.
Green turtle nesting adventure
&Beyond Mnemba Island is an important green turtle breeding site. The conservation team works hard to protect and monitor turtle nests throughout the year. Only one in 1,000 make it to adulthood. It takes roughly 20 years or more before they reach sexual maturity and can start reproducing. Track the footprints of female turtles at night. And observe their nests during the year round nesting season, peaking between April and August.
This excursion begins with the guests meeting for sundowners and an introduction to nesting, tag data, and weather. &Beyond nurtures these hatchlings as they face many challenging factors. Learn how they help to deter predators. And gather data to observe how effective &Beyond Mnemba Island is as a nesting site.
Learn about turtle etiquette, and the sensitive ways the turtles are approached. And the conservation aspect: it has taken two decades of dedicated research and monitoring to make this conservation experience possible.
Dhow cruise
Enjoy a glorious glide with cocktails and nibbles on a traditional dhow. With the golden sun above and aquamarine waters below. Alternatively, relax in the romance of dusk surrounded by a vast expanse of sky and ocean blues. As your dhow gently winds towards the sunset. Enjoy the evening colors. From pink hues to burning orange. With slashes of deep indigo and azure descending into inky black. You will feel like the only lovers on an infinite, silver moon kissed sea.
Wellness treatments
At the heart of the island, the Wellness Banda offers a serene space devoted to rest and renewal. Two tranquil treatment rooms and an open-air yoga deck welcome moments of stillness and discovery. From daily yoga and meditation to sound and energy therapies. Each experience is guided by intuitive hands and open hearts.
Choose to unwind within the Wellness Banda or in the privacy of your Banda or Beach Lounge. All wellness treatments and yoga can be booked on the island and are available at an additional charge.
Take advantage of time, to give yourself some much needed rest and relaxation.
Visit Prison Island
Take a fascinating step back in time, and visit Prison Island. Also known as Changuu Island, a short boat ride away from Zanzibar. In the 1860s, this island was used to confine unruly slaves. Before they were sold off to slave markets or shipped abroad. Lloyd Mathews, the British First Minister of Zanzibar, constructed a prison complex when he purchased the island in 1983. However, it was never used for this purpose, but as a quarantine hospital for yellow fever cases. A highlight of your visit will be the Aldabra giant tortoise sanctuary. These majestic tortoises, some over 100 years old, were originally a gift from the British Governor of the Seychelles. Spend time sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the tranquility of the island. A boat trip from Stone Town to the island takes 30 minutes.
Dolphin Boat Trip
Jump into a boat to search for pods of females and their calves that inhabit the warm, tropical waters. The playful bottlenose dolphin is the most frequently encountered here.
Stone Town Historical Tour
Delve into the beauty and ancient history of Zanzibar and explore architecture. A labyrinth of bustling narrow alleys and sand and coral-stone houses with intricately carved Arab and Indian doors.
Spice Tour
Follow the scent of vanilla, clove, turmeric, nutmeg, and cinnamon. As you drive through the lush greenery of the island’s spice growing areas.
andBeyond Mnemba Island Dining
Exuding the essence of Zanzibar’s richness, history, and soul. Fresh, locally produced, wholesome, and natural. The overall food theme is one of barefoot beach simplicity. Each culinary experience is prepared according to individual tastes. And is available at a time and location that suits each guest perfectly.
Open thatched dining and sitting areas provide the perfect place to watch the sunset. Deep pillows and low wooden tables open up onto majestic views of the white beach. Enjoy lunch on large, wooden carved platters, while island crabs scuttle across the sand. Later, when the magnificent African sky lights up with stars, dinner is on the beach. With the bright moonlight reflecting off the waves as they gently lap on the beach.
Late breakfast trays teeming with tropical fruit, freshly squeezed juice, and Tanzanian coffee can be delivered to the beach banda. For those wanting to indulge in a lie in. Fresh sushi and chilled champagne can appear discreetly at your beach loungers. Should you wish to celebrate the magnificent sunset in absolute privacy. Romantic candlelit dinners are served on the beach, with the waves lapping gently at guests’ feet. Allow yourself to relax and take a break with yoga and massages in the tranquil retreat of your banda.
Getting to Mnemba Island
The lodge collects guests at Zanzibar International Airport or Stone Town.
1½ hour road trip (the last 20 minutes are on an unpaved, bumpy road)
10 – 15 minutes boat ride in an open ski boat
As there are no jetties; departures and landings are direct to and from the beach and involve a little wading. Please note that boat transfers are weather dependent.
andBeyond Mnemba Island Accommodation Rates
2026 andBeyond Mnemba Island Accommodation Rates |
BandaPer Person Sharing |
BandaPer Unit |
| 11th January – 31st March | $3,000 | $10,500 |
| 1st – 7th April | $2,150 | $7,525 |
| 8th April – 20th May | Closed | |
| 21st – 31st May | $2,150 | $7,525 |
| 1st June – 30th September | $3,000 | $10,500 |
| 1st October – 20th December | $2,150 | $7,525 |
| 21st December 2026 – 10th January 2027 | $3,000 | $10,500 |
Rates Include / Exclude
Rates include:
Accommodation.
Three meals daily.
Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, and refreshments on the lodge activities.
Laundry.
Scuba diving: 2 dives per day. Full PADI certification required.
Snorkeling.
Kayaking.
Sundowner dhow cruise.
Stand-up paddle boarding.
Daily scheduled yoga class.
Fast track meet and greet service at Zanzibar International Airport.
Emergency evacuation insurance.
Return transfers between Zanzibar town or airport/Mnemba.
Guides’ Journal with regional information and wildlife illustrations.
Area map with Star Birds checklist.
Rates Exclude:
Telephone calls
Beach shop purchases
Gratuities
All items of a personal nature
Champagne, cognacs, fine wines, and premium brand spirits.
Infrastructure tax per person per night
Park fees and conservancy fees
Yoga sessions
Wellness and massage treatments
Diving instruction for guests under the age of 12 years and adults without a PADI certificate
Conservation levy to support the establishment of the Mnemba Islands Marine Special Area restricted zone.
Single Supplement:
Between 1st November – 20th December, a single supplement of 50% is only charged from the third single room per booking.
Between 1st – 31st October and 21st December – 10th January, a single supplement of 50% applies to all single rooms.
A single supplement will be charged when an adult is sharing with an infant.
andBeyond Mnemba Island Accommodation Special Offers
Stay 10, Pay 8
Get 2 nights for free at &Beyond Mnemba Island!
Valid: 11th January – 30th April 2026 and 1st November – 20 December 2026.
Fly Me to Mnemba Island
Stay for 3 nights or more at &Beyond Mnemba Island, and discover this idyllic destination. For less. Not only will you benefit from flight savings*. But also a range of included accommodations and activities per person, per 3 night stay. Additional nights may be added by using the applicable long stay rates.
*Complimentary one way scheduled flights between Arusha / Manyara / Nairobi and Zanzibar. Excludes airport taxes. Plus fast track meet and greet service at Zanzibar International Airport.
If you’re considering going on a safari in Kenya/Tanzania, the 7 night Fly Me around East Africa offer would be a perfect complement.
2026 Fly Me to Mnemba Island 3 night Package Rates |
Per adult sharing | Per Child sharing OR Single Supplement |
Family Banda |
| 11th January – 31st March | $ 8,625 | $ 4,635 | $ 30,485 |
| 1st April – 31st May* | $ 5,640 | $ 3,045 | $ 19,935 |
| 1st June – 30th September | $ 8,625 | $ 4,635 | $ 30,485 |
| 1st October until 20th December | $ 5,640 | $ 3,045 | $ 19,935 |
| 21st December 2026 until 10th January 2027 | $ 8,625 | $ 4,635 | $ 30,485 |
*Excluding 8th April – 20th May every year when Mnemba is closed.
Stay longer for less in Zanzibar
&Beyond long stay rates are also available throughout the year (except from June until September in Tanzania / Zanzibar). Discounts on stays of more than 3 nights at any &Beyond lodges in Africa. Therefore; you can combine Zanzibar with any and Beyond lodges in Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, and Namibia.
Milestones For the Love of Travel Offers
Celebrate a significant birthday or wedding anniversary with us and save 20% on your accommodation!
Applicable for the following wedding anniversaries: 1st, 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 40th, 50th and 60th.
‘Milestone’ birthdays, such as 18th, 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, and all decade birthdays thereafter.
This offer is valid for six (6) months before or after your event date. Simply provide your wedding certificate or identification as proof.
Valid 11th January – 31st March, 11th April – 30th June and 1st September – 20th December 2026.
Mnemba Island Honeymoon Offer
&Beyond Mnemba Island, the quintessential and oh so romantic Zanzibar honeymoon destination. &Beyond Mnemba Island has its own unique take on a romantic turndown and offers various opportunities to connect with your loved one. Ensuring an exclusive honeymoon experience. This, combined with thrilling island adventures, will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
One partner pays the full rate and the other partner pays 50% of the accommodation rate for the whole stay. The honeymoon offer is valid for stays of 2 or more nights.
Valid throughout the year.
Honeymooners can travel within 6 months of the date of marriage.
We can also arrange weddings / renewal of vows at Mnemba Island.
Please note:
Mandatory travel insurance for everyone traveling to Zanzibar is now required. It can only be booked directly from Zanzibar Insurance Corporation through this link.
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