
Diwaka Tours & Travel Ltd
Muranga Rd., Aqua Plaza
P.O. Box 17001 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (0)20 2685134
Fax: +254 (0)20 3750393
Email: info(at)diwakasafaris.com
Url: http://www.diwakasafaris.com/
This beautiful resort is situated along a pristine beach of white soft sand, stretching far onto the horizon. Set in beautiful gardens all the rooms and public areas are built in traditional architecture respecting the natural environment. With great attention to detail, unique charm, personalized service and warm hospitality. The hotel is also built in the traditional Zanzibar style with "makuti" thatch roofs. The public areas here are really comfortable and laid-back.
At the island of Zanzibar, on the South East Coast, after the village of Bwejuu, approximately 1 hour 10min from Stone Town and 1hour 25min from the airport approximant 45 miles.
Tropical hot and humid with an average temperature of 20ºC. Rainy month is April and May. July to October has an average temperature is 25ºC and the humidity is low with cool nights. November to March have short rains and is VERY hot and humid.
70 rooms in 3 categories:
Room dcor: All rooms are tastefully decorated in ivory tones, with cotton throws, teak wood finishes and Zanzibar carvings. All rooms are situated in bungalows of 4 rooms per bungalow.
Standard Rooms: Standard rooms are located further away from the sea on the property with a terrace and garden view. Standard and Deluxe are identical in terms of dcor and size.
Deluxe Rooms: Located on ground floor of bungalows with terrace.
Suites: Located on upper floor of bungalows with large balcony and sun beds. The Suites have a walk in dressing room and larger bathroom with large terrace, private sunbathing area, and a covered outdoor lounge area.
Room amenities: All rooms are air-conditioned, have a personal safety deposit box, a full third bed functioning as a sofa and en-suite bathrooms with a hairdryer. All rooms have a refrigerator. There are no telephones and TVs in the rooms.
The Tides: Private beachfront dining for two in an intimate setting overlooking the India Ocean, offering personalized service and a special menu for two.
Salama Dining Room: Full breakfast buffet every morning. Half board restaurant serving four course table service dinners with two starters, a choice of main course and dessert. Three œtheme buffet dinnersare organized per week: Swahili Night, BBQ Night & Spices Evening.
The Sultans Table: A fusion of Indian and Swahili spices and the very best seafood in a stunning venue overlooking the Indian Ocean.
The Breakers Grill: This is the Breezes lunch restaurant serving fresh barbecue and catch of the day served on the beachfront under the shade of the palm trees. Live open grill and tandoori oven.
The Chai Room: Coffee tea and cakes served every day in the relaxing Tea and coffee lounge with Zanzibari beds.
The Dhow Bar: Featuring an innovative Bar centered around a traditional Swahili Dhow. This bar is open daily with casual atmosphere. The ideal retreat from the sun during the day.
The Safari Bar: Open daily and very popular in the evenings before dinner offering a relaxed atmosphere with candlelight and jazz music.
The Baraza Bar: A Fine Whiskey & Cigar Bar accompanied with Liqueurs in the exotic setting of a traditional Swahili Baraza, set amongst flowing silks, beaded cushions, brass trays and intricate carvings.
The Frangipani Spa: Located in tropical Gardens, The Frangipani Spa offers a world class selection of facilities, health and beauty treatments including our trademarked Après Safari Treatment
Yoga & Meditation: The sanctuary of Spiritual Fitness for yoga and meditation offers a beautifully decorated setting enhanced with candlelight and incense is the perfect tranquil retreat... the first of its kind on the island of Zanzibar.
Marine Activities Center: Offering a range of marine activities ranging from Beach Volleyball, Pedal boats, canoes to daily snorkeling trips to the lagoon by boat, windsurfing and sailing.
Scuba diving Center: The Rising Sun Dive Center, which is a licensed PADI dive center, offers all diving services from beginners to advanced diving. Experienced diving instructors provide personalized instruction on a one to one basis while experienced divers can enjoy the fascinating marine life of the south east coast of Zanzibar.
Movie Entertainment Centre: Open daily and showing a set programme of DVD movies on a large screen at certain scheduled times during the day free of charge. The bar serves beverages and snacks at a charge.
Shopping Bazaar: The shopping bazaar offers an excellent selection of antiques, souvenirs and African Arts and Crafts
Flood-lit Tennis Court: Use of tennis court is complimentary. Racket rental available.
Fitness & Aerobics Center: The fitness center features start of the art gym equipment with personalized instruction
Entertainment: Low-key Cultural entertainment by local dancers, acrobats, live bands and musicians are organized.
Television: There are no TVs in the guest rooms. However, the TV room in the hotel allows guests to watch satellite TV including sports channels and international news channels. International Sporting and Cultural events are screened in the Movie Entertainment Centre.
Telephone & Fax Services: There are no telephones in the rooms, however, phone and fax services are available at the reception.
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On request, we can combine your safari itinerary with a stay at the beach hotels in Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu and Zanzibar for any number of nights.