Matemwe Lodge | Zanzibar Lodges

Information

Lodge type; Island Resort
Location; Zanzibar
Lodge size; 12 bungalows
Recommended stay; 3-7 nights

Highlights

Sun tanning
Surrounding luxury
Swimming pools
Relaxing
Secluded location
Snorkeling the Mnemba Atoll
Visits to the neighboring village
Day-trips can be arranged to the historic centre of Stone Town, Jozani Forest or Prison Island

Introduction

Matemwe Lodge (formally Matemwe Bungalows) lies perched on a coral rock surrounded by amazing white beaches overlooking the Indian Ocean and the Mnemba Atoll.

With friendly staff, a relaxed atmosphere, lush tropical gardens, fine white sand, intimate swimming pools, massages, magnificent cuisine and both land and water based activities makes Matemwe the must visit destination for those seeking the ultimate tropical Island paradise.

It is here that one encounters that ultimate tropical paradise on the intriguing island of Zanzibar.

The Zanzibar Airport is approximately 75 minutes drive from Matemwe.

Rooms and Suites

The 12 beautiful chalets here at 12 beautiful Matemwe offer guests private veranda's with hammock and sofa, amazingly comfortable beds with mosquito nets and large bathrooms with deep bath tubs and walk in showers.

All chalets are decorated in local materials whilst being surrounded by lush gardens and views out over the Indian Ocean.

For families there are 6 triple-bed chalets that are available and 2 other these have their own private plunge pools.

Cuisine and Wine

All food is sourced locally keeping with the theme of supporting local communities.

Meals are of course traditional Zanzibari cuisine with a lot of seafood being par for the course. Gourmet-styled breakfasts, lunches and three course dinners are the standard that other lodge judge themselves.

A must do is the picnic lunch on the Muyuni beach or isolated sandbanks just off the coast.

Facilities

Matemwe Lodge has a multi-level swimming pool surrounded with lounge chairs overlooking the ocean. Freshly mixed cocktails are served at the poolside bar.

Activities

Matemwe is a perfect spot on the Island of Zanzibar for relaxation, water and land based activities as well as touring this historic Island. Someone will be on hand at all times to recommend what is best for that particular day.

Water based activities;

Snorkeling and diving at the famous reefs of Mnemba Atoll
Diving courses available
Kite-surfing
Scenic kayaking on the reef
Guided reef walks
Traditional sailing & fishing
Deep-sea fishing
Sundowner dhow trips

Land based activities;

Remote sand-bank excursion
Day trips to Stone Town
Jozani forest tour
Spice tours
Matemwe Village walk

Child Friendly

Children aged 5 yrs and over are most welcome at Matemwe Lodge (families with children younger than 5 yrs are welcome at Matemwe Beach House, a private house adjoining the lodge).

There are numerous activities on offer for the little ones to stretch their legs and explore this amazing destination. kiddies menu's, activities, baby sitting and family accommodation are all on offer.

Spa and Wellness

The Sea & Spice Spa offers relaxing treatments either in the spa area or in the comfort of your room.