| they also offer free wi-fi, air-conditioning, safes and minifridges, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. parking is free. set along chwaka bay with views of the indian ocean, this cool beach resort is 13 km from chumbe island coral park and 31 km from zanzibar city centre. check-in time: 12:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. airy rooms with a tropical vibe feature ocean-view balconies/terraces and 4-poster beds surrounded by mosquito netting. amenities include beach access and 2 open-air restaurants, as well as an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar. upgraded rooms are set in thatched cottages next to the beach
Julius Nyerere International Airport 3 hr 53
Chwaka Bay (1 hr 3)
Sheltered bay flanked by mangrove forest, with bars & resort hotels on several white-sand beaches. Muyuni Forest (1 hr 2) Kiwengwa caves (29 min) Jozani Forest (36 min)
This compact national park features lush woods, abundant wildlife & guided nature trails. Kiwani Bay (1 hr) Zanzibar Butterfly Centre (27 min)
Hundreds of native butterflies inhabit this netted tropical garden offering guided tours. Mwani Zanzibar (44 min) Kuza Cave (51 min) Spice & Stone Town Tour (23 min) Kiwengwa Pongwe Forest (25 min) | 
