Thanda Island

Discover the Magic of Thanda Island – Your Exclusive Indian Ocean Getaway.

Located in the turquoise waters of Tanzania’s East Coast lies the 8-hectare Thanda Island – a private, uninhabited tropical paradise that instantly feels like home. With its pristine beaches in the Shungimbili Island Marine Reserve, Thanda Island offers a one-of-a-kind experience that blends adventure, relaxation, and privacy.

This luxurious escape boasts a single-key luxury Villa with five air-conditioned suites that open directly onto the beach, with space for ten adults and additional beds available for children. For additional accommodation, guests also have exclusive use of two traditional, open-air Tanzanian bandas (beach bungalows) just up the beach.

Thanda Island is an aquatic playground, with spectacular snorkelling, diving, big game fishing, and other thrilling water activities on offer. You’ll have access to the 36-foot adventure yacht, 28-foot reef runner, deep-sea fishing cat, and 34-foot Cobalt motor cruiser, all crewed by experienced professionals, including your own Chef, Hostess, Housekeeper, Activities Guide, and Boatman.

The Thanda Island team is dedicated to conservation and collaborates with the Tanzanian Marine Parks and Reserves Unit on various programmes, including coral restoration, preserving the five species of marine turtles found in Tanzania’s waters, and protecting whale shark – the largest fish in the world.

Experience the ultimate in luxury and exclusivity with a stay on Thanda Island.

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Aerial View - Sunset
Thanda Island Villa & Pool
Villa Pool - Sunset
Dining - Al Fresco
Dhow
Activity - Jetskiing
Dining - Beach Dinner (1)
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Why stay here?

The private Villa can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 suites, plus nine additional children sharing. Every suite leads directly onto the beach.

The two Tanzanian Bandas (beach bungalows), each with 2 suites, can additionally accommodate another 8 people.

The entire island is booked for exclusive use by guests and comes fully staffed with a discrete and dedicated team: on-site manager and executive chef, hostesses, butlers, housekeepers, guides, and spa therapists.

Children of all ages are welcome.

Access

To reach Thanda Island, international visitors can fly directly to Dar Es Salaam. From there, they have two options:

  • Flight to Mafia Island and boat transfer to Thanda Island
  • Helicopter flight directly to Thanda Island

Property Facilities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Mobile Phone Reception
  • Laundry Service
  • Outdoor BBQ and Cocktail Bar
  • Breakfast Boma
  • Bonfire Pits
  • Boma
  • Pizza Oven
  • Spa Treatments
  • Glass Rim-Flow Pool
  • Full Air-Conditioned Gym
  • Tennis Courts
  • Table Tennis
  • Yoga Sala
  • Fishing and Snorkelling Equipment
  • Jet Skis, Kayaks and Stand-up Paddle Boards
  • Wakeboards, Tubes and Water Skis
  • Sailing Boats
  • Deep Sea Fishing Boat
  • Helicopter Pad

Room Facilities

  • Wi-Fi
  • AC
  • Fans
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Outdoor Bath
  • Indoor Shower
  • Outdoor Shower
  • In-Room Safe

Water Adventures

  • Sailing
  • Paddling
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Sports
  • Big Game Fishing
  • Swimming with Whale Sharks
  • Island Cruise

Island Activities

  • Tennis and Volleyball Courts
  • Gym
  • Bird Walk
  • Island Spa
  • Yoga on the Beach with Private Instructor

Excursions

  • Chole Island Tour
  • Explore Dar es Salaam
  • Zanzibar Island Spice Tour
  • Mafia Island Tour
  • Juani Island Tour