Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa | The Safari Awards

The 2025 Safari Awards Winners Announced:  Best Safari Operator in Africa - Jack's Camp ........ Best Safari Experience in Africa -  Sirikoi ..........Best Safari Property Location in Africa - Greystoke Mahale..........Best Family Safari Experience in Africa - Sirikoi ..........Best Marine Safari Experience in Africa - Azura Benguerra ..........Best Safari Guiding Team in Africa - Cottars 1920's Camp .......... Best Safari Cuisine in Africa - Chem Chem .......... Most Romantic safari Property in Africa - Jack's Camp .......... Best Safari Spa in Africa - Royal Malewane .......... Best Riding Safari Operator in Africa - Ride Botswana .......... Best Mobile Safari Operator in Africa - Nomad Tanzania Mobile Safaris .......... Best Walking Safari Operator in Africa - Robin Pope Safaris .......... Best Value Safari Property in Africa - Flatdogs .......... Best New Safari Property in Africa - Onguma Camp Kala .......... Best Safari House/Villa in Africa - Mkombe's House Lamai .......... Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property in Africa - Grootbos Garden Lodge & Qorokwe Camp .......... Best Community Focused Safari Property in Africa - Singita Pamushana .......... Best Wildlife Conservation Organisation in Africa - Mara Elephant Project .......... Best African Tourism Board - Rwanda Tourism Development Board .......... 

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All you need to know

Intro

Located on the beachfront of Paje, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa faces the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean and the pristine white sands of one the most beautiful beaches in the world. The exclusive resort gives guests an unforgettable experience in a peaceful, comfortable and stylish retreat. As of April 2017, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is the first Tanzanian property to join the prestigious label Relais & Chateaux.

Highlights

Only eleven private one, two and three bedroom villas Set on the best kite surfing beach in Zanzibar Enjoy sundowners on the rooftop bar Fantastic in house restaurant serving Zanzibari inspired dishes and amazing seafood Each villa has its own private pool and terrace - meaning that it is perfect for families and honeymooners.

Need To Know

A sustainable sanctuary of uncompromising luxury, Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa actively invests in renewable energy and processes. A state-of-the-art wind turbine has been erected and photovoltaic panels utilise solar energy. Fruits and vegetables are homegrown in the private plantation to ensure the best quality grown in environmentally friendly conditions. Further environmental involvement includes recycling of waste materials, support of local initiatives and active protection of the landscape.

Safaris

Possibility to fly for one-day safari and short stay safaris.

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms), Safari House / Villa, Safari House / Villa
Average Stay

5 - 7 nights

Average Price

From $400 per person HB for luxury villas

Child Policy

Children of all ages are welcome at Zanzibar White Sands and the private villas are perfect for families.

Accommodation

The boutique resort includes 11 unique villas  to accommodate guests in peace and intimacy within a stunning setting. Five 1-bedroom villas, five 2-bedroom villas and one 3-bedroom villa are spread over 4 hectares of tropical garden providing complete privacy amongst natural surroundings. The luxury villas each have two units connected by an exotic garden with a terrace, private swimming-pool and outdoor bathtub all with stunning views over the beach. In each distinctive villa one unit is composed of the bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet while the other includes the kitchen, dining room and lounge. With all check-in formalities completed in the villas, optional meals served in the rooms and the services of a private butler, guests are ensured of complete personal attention at all times.

 

The resort also counts 3 Cinnamon Rooms located by the Restaurant - these are rooms which ally comfort and budget, with access to all Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa amenities. Additionnally, in low and shoulder season, we open "Deluxe" rooms: individual rooms located in a Two-bedroom or Presidential villa (shared entrance, pool and common spaces).

Accolades
  • TripAdvisor excellence awards and Travellers’ Choice yearly since 2015
  • Booking.com 9.5
  • Safari awards 2019:
    • Most romantic safari property in Africa runner-up
    • Best Marine safari experience in Africa Highly commended.
Season

Situated only 6° south of the equator, Zanzibar enjoys ideal holiday weather. Temperatures average between 24°C and 27°C throughout the year with 7-9 hours of sunshine per day. There are 2 rainy seasons: Acute, brief showers, lasting about an hour in the morning occur for a couple of weeks during November. The rains last slightly longer in April and May, but even then it does not rain every day. These rains replenish the Island and are often referred to as the “Green Season”.

Region
Africa
Property Type
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms) Safari House / Villa Safari House / Villa
Best Ecologically Responsible Safari Property

Villas off the grid (100% sustainable), renewable energy, recycling, ...

NN
25-02-2024 @ 3:58pm
Best Safari Cuisine

Relais & Chateaux cuisine gastronomy

NN
25-02-2024 @ 3:58pm
Most Romantic Safari Property

Beautiful beachfront with floating breakfast in private pool

NN
25-02-2024 @ 3:58pm
Best Safari Property Location

Stunning beachfront with white sandy ocean floor Very quiet ant peaceful, yet 10 min by walk from closeby villages

NN from Tanzania
09-04-2020 @ 12:34pm

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