Located off the coast of Tanzania, in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, is Thanda Island. The island is the perfect antidote to the complexities and noise of modern life. It feels as though time has been put on pause to allow family generations to reconnect with nature and spend precious time together. Embraced by simplicity, guests are moved by the African soul of the island, it’s wonderful people, and glittering ocean.
The villa sleeps up to 10 pax and there are 2 traditional Bandas for extra accommodation if needed. Off shore, a private 82 foot superyacht is available for the ultimate luxury ocean safari experience. Surrounded by the Mafia marine reserve, guests can enjoy fantastic diving, whale shark encounters, sea kayaking, sunset dhow sails, plus tennis, gym, yoga, spa treatments and nature walks on the island.
LOCATION
Thanda Island is located between the mainland of Tanzania and Mafia Island. It is 16 nautical miles or 30 kilometres west of Mafia Island and 70 nautical miles or 130 kms east of the mainland of Tanzania, opposite the Selous National Park and Rufiji River Delta.
USP’s
Exclusive use of a private Island in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean
An assortment of water activities, spa treatments, tennis court and gym – all included
Opportunity to swim with whale shark
RATES
Please contact Kate for rates.
WHEN TO GO
Thanda Island offers warm, tropical weather all year round. Rain showers are mostly short, followed by sunshine. June right through to March the weather is beautiful with short rains and either a south-easterly Kusi or a north-eastly Kaskazi trade wind. April and May brings an increase in rainfall and marks the “long rainy season”. However, there are many sunny days between the rains. October to March brings the majestic whale shark to the area.
ACCOMMODATION
The Villa accommodates ten adults in five suites, with two traditional Tanzanian Bandas (double-story beach chalets) for up to eight guests as additional accommodation. The superyacht - Sea Leopard - can sleep a further 8 guests.
CHILDREN
No age limit and activities and facilities to suit all ages.
GETTING THERE
Fly directly to Dar es Salaam international airport. A helicopter transfer can take you directly to the Island which takes 25 minutes. Or guests can take a 30-minute fixed-wing transfer in an 8 or 12 seater plane to Kilindoni and then a short boat ride of approximately 40 minutes to the island.
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