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Coconut Beach Holiday

A luxurious island getaway split between a small boutique hotel in Stone Town and your own sumptuous private villa on a spectacular swath of white sandy beach.

Coconut Beach Holiday: Summary

Coconut Beach Holiday in a nutshell

This holiday starts with a couple of nights in Stone Town, staying at the theatrical Emerson on Hurumzi. This historic building has been converted into a quirky hotel, with individually designed rooms, antique furniture and a fabulous teahouse restaurant. We love the Swahili cuisine and the sunsets over the harbour.

Stone Town is a fascinating area to explore on foot and the best way to do so is with a guided tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit the spice markets and old apothecary, chat with the locals at Jaws Corner and learn about local customs.

You will then go on to spend four nights at the highly luxurious White Sand Villas on the south east coast of the island. Set in tropical gardens, the modern, open plan villas give both space and privacy, many with direct access to the expansive white sandy beach. Learn to kite surf at the onsite water sports centre, enjoy a soothing massage at the spa and round off your day sipping champagne at the rooftop wine bar. With friendly service and outstanding food, White Sand Villas delivers a truly special experience.

You’ll leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after a wonderful week on Zanzibar.

At a glance

Starts: Dar es Salaam International Airport
2 nights Emerson on Hurumzi - Stone Town, Zanzibar Bed & Breakfast
4 nights White Sand Villas - Michamvi Peninsula, Zanzibar Half Board
Ends: Dar es Salaam International Airport

Emerson on Hurumzi

Days 1-3

Right in the heart of Zanzibar’s Stone Town, Emerson on Hurumzi (previously known as 236 Hurumzi) is a small boutique hotel that is steeped in history. It was re-opened in 2014, after the owners had spent several years lovingly restoring the building to recapture the grandeur and elegance of its 19th-century origins.

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White Sand Villas

Days 3-7

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is a privately owned boutique resort near the vibrant town of Paje, Zanzibar. A member of Relais & Chateaux it is set in 3.6 hectares of lush tropical gardens with a 200m beachfront. White Sand Villas was built with luxury, comfort and private space in mind.

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Emerson on Hurumzi

Emerson on Hurumzi

Stone Town, Zanzibar

White Sand Villas

White Sand Villas

Michamvi Peninsula, Zanzibar

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Highlights

Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Coconut Beach Holiday.

  • Absorbing the sights of Stone Town
  • Watching the sunset from a rooftop restaurant
  • Soaking up the sun alongside your private plunge pool
  • Tucking into a gourmet seafood barbecue on the beach
  • Pampering yourself in the tranquil spa

Activities

Some activities which can be included in the Coconut Beach Holiday: talk to us about those which interest you.

  • Birdwatching

  • Boat trip

  • Cultural excursion

  • Kayaking

  • Scuba-diving

  • Self-guided walking

  • Snorkelling

  • Watersports

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Side-trips whilst on this beach holiday

We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Coconut Beach Holiday. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book.


Princess Salme Spice Tour

Princess Salme Spice Tour

Half-day

Discover the captivating story of the smart and rebellious Princess Sayyida Salme, the youngest daughter of Sultan Said. Join a knowledgeable local guide to follow in her footsteps through palaces and plantations, as well as the fascinating Zanzibar spice trade on a working plantation.

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91% (7 reviews)
Swahili Cooking Workshop

Swahili Cooking Workshop

Half-day or combine with other tours

Zanzibar’s cuisine and culinary influences are as exotic as the island itself. This genuinely authentic culinary workshop will take you to the heart of the spice farm region, teach you how to select and blend an array of spices, create souvenir blends, and guide you through cooking a traditional Swahili meal.

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92% (5 reviews)
Zanzibar Dhow Safari

Zanzibar Dhow Safari

Full day - approx. eight hours

Discover the coast and islands of the Menai Bay from a traditional Zanzibari dhow. Explore this beautiful marine conservation area with a local guide, snorkelling over coral reefs, swimming through mangrove lagoons and keeping an eye out for dolphins. To top it all, you’ll also be treated to a fabulous beach barbecue.

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80% (1 reviews)
Jozani Forest Tour

Jozani Forest Tour

Half-day or combine with other tours

For nature lovers, Jozani Forest is a must. One of the last sanctuaries of the red colobus monkey, it features a diverse range of habitats, from mangrove forests to salt marshes. Keep your eyes peeled for other forest residents, including Sykes’ monkey, bushbabies, duikers and more than 40 species of bird.

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64% (5 reviews)
Jambiani Village Tour

Jambiani Village Tour

Half-day - mornings

Tear yourself away from the soft white sands of Zanzibar to get under the skin of the history and culture of Jambiani village. Join a knowledgeable local guide to discover the intricacies of day-to-day life in this traditional coastal village, with much of the profits being ploughed back into the community.

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Prison Island Tour

Prison Island Tour

Half-day

Escape the hustle and bustle of Stone Town on a 30-minute boat ride to Changuu Island, now commonly known as Prison Island. This is your chance to find out about the darker side of Zanzibar history, as well as to get up close with the island’s Aldabra giant tortoises, and to engage in a spot of coastal snorkelling.

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