Clove Beach Holiday: Summary
Clove Beach Holiday in a nutshell
Spend five nights at a picturesque cove on Zanzibar’s east coast. On this suggested beach holiday you’ll stay at Pongwe Beach Hotel – a small retreat full of Zanzibari charm and character. Great-value, simple and unpretentious, it offers friendly service and a laidback atmosphere. We love the beach here – one of the prettiest on the island.
Pongwe’s secluded location makes the beach peaceful and serene, and perfect for rest and rejuvenation after a safari. Even at high tide, when you can swim from the beach, there’s plenty of space on the sands under the coconut palms. And when the tide is out, you can put on some reef shoes and explore the rockpools of the exposed lagoon, looking for shells and starfish in the shallow waters. Laze by the pool or relax in a hammock under the palms.
Plentiful activities are on offer: go in search of Zanzibar’s colourful marine life around the nearby islet of Mnemba Atoll, which has some of the best snorkelling and diving on the island; or take a day trip to historic Stone Town, to explore the labyrinth of alleys and visit a spice plantation en route.
At a glance
| Starts: | Dar es Salaam International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 nights | Pongwe Beach Hotel - East Coast Zanzibar, Zanzibar | Half Board |
| Ends: | Dar es Salaam International Airport |
Pongwe Beach Hotel
East Coast Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Clove Beach Holiday.
- Unwinding on a quiet, palm-fringed beach
- Taking a dip in your ocean-view infinity pool
- Stepping out of your cottage onto powdery white sand
- Taking a snorkelling trip to the Mnemba Atoll
- Enjoying day trips to Stone Town & a spice plantation
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Clove Beach Holiday: talk to us about those which interest you.
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Kayaking
Scuba-diving
Snorkelling
Watersports
Side-trips whilst on this beach holiday
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Clove Beach Holiday. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book.
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.
More about Jozani Forest
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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