Matemwe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Matemwe
Mnemba Island
Matemwe
Matemwe
Matemwe
Go snorkeling around the coral reef, see the algae farms and visit the lagoon in this picturesque resort village and its pretty beach.

Matemwe is a small village with the island’s longest beach and a range of upmarket resorts. It is also an ideal spot to watch locals fishing and preparing their seaweed farms. Learn about the local culture and enjoy a relaxing vacation in the unspoiled and secluded surroundings.

Appreciate the dry, hot weather from June through September with a trip toMatemwe BeachOpens in a new window. This is the best time to spot humpback whales off the coast. Go snorkeling and see the range of colorful fish around this intricate coral network.

Notice the large difference between high tide and low tide, when the complex maze of seaweed farms appears. Watch local women in traditional sarongs working the aquatic fields. The local economy is also boosted by the making of artisanal cosmetics and jams and mustards, which are exported through Zanzibar City.

Mnemba IslandOpens in a new window is an exclusive resort island frequented by the rich and famous. Take a ferry to the island and stay in a charming cottage. Note that April and May are particularly wet in this tropical part of the world. During this period, certain activities and resorts are closed.

Back on the main island, dine at one of the restaurants next to the beach and snap photos of the excellent views of the Indian Ocean. Rent equipment and take lessons for watersports at the dive center. Stay at one of the many guesthouses and lodges near the beach.

The town is on the northeastern flank of Unguja, the main island in the Zanzibar archipelago. Fly to Zanzibar’s international airport and drive northeast for about 30 miles (50 kilometers), which should take around 1 hour. You can also fly to the Dar es Salaam Airport on the Tanzania mainland and take the ferry across to the island, a journey which should take around 2 hours.

Matemwe is a stunning stretch of coral reef and white sand adorned with cottages and luxury resorts.

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Muyuni, Matemwe, Unguja North Region
Fully refundable
The price is AU$537 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$537
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Matemwe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"The resort was really nice. The service and staff was top notch. I didn't like the fact that it was all-inclusive but most of the drinks and some food on the menu was extra. Most of the drinks at the bar had an extra cost."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive
Villa Kiva
Villa Kiva
4 out of 5
Matemwe, Matemwe
The price is AU$182 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Matemwe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mnemba Island and Kigomani Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (250 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel in a great location, right in the middle of the very long Matemwe beach. We loved everything about the hotel. Our room - a junior suite with a beach view and balcony - was gorgeous and very large. There was a view of the ocean from every room, including the shower, and the ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sep. 2024

Villa Kiva
Sunshine Marine Lodge
Sunshine Marine Lodge
3.5 out of 5
Off Mnemba Island Road, Muyuni, Matemwe
The price is AU$271 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$271
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Matemwe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mnemba Island and Kigomani Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"The propertynwas beautiful, the room was spacioua and incredible balcony. The distance from town and expense to get there and back ( over an hour $160 rtn)was the only drawback."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Sunshine Marine Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
 PRIVATE 390m² VILLA. ZERO MINUTE TO THE BEACH. Serviced. UNFORGETABLE STAY
PRIVATE 390m² VILLA. ZERO MINUTE TO THE BEACH. Serviced. UNFORGETABLE STAY
zanzibar north Region
Book a stay at this beach villa in Matemwe. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mnemba Island and Kigomani Beach are located ...
PRIVATE 390m² VILLA. ZERO MINUTE TO THE BEACH. Serviced. UNFORGETABLE STAY
PARADISE - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10
PARADISE - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10
Zanzibar
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Matemwe. Enjoy private pools, cable/satellite TV service, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mnemba Island ...
PARADISE - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 10
Luxurious, fully equipped and serviced villa right on the beach in Zanzibar.
Luxurious, fully equipped and serviced villa right on the beach in Zanzibar.
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Book a stay at this beach villa in Matemwe. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mnemba Island and Kigomani Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Awesome place!!
"This property was amazing, one of the best properties we have ever stayed at! It was clean and spacious, exactly as advertised. The staff was great, the chef made amazing meals, the property manager (Donna) was really great - she set up tours, dinner reservations and gave us some great recommendations ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2024

Luxurious, fully equipped and serviced villa right on the beach in Zanzibar.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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