Zanzibar – Sea Cliff Resort and Spa

The Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, located on the beach in Zanzibar, is one of a kind. It is historical architecture with exotic finishings. The Sea Cliff Resort and Spa has 96 rooms with panoramic views. This 5-star resort, in Mangwapani on the west cost of Zanzibar, is an invitation to forget city life for a while and to relax into the slow and steady rhythm of island breezes, lazy tides and swaying hammocks. Thatched roofs and white walls hint at the simplicity of time in Zanzibar, and remind you to relax and enjoy the sound of an African beach island glowing in the sun.

Location:

Zanzibar East Coast, Kiwengwa.

Currency:

Tanzanian Shilling, USD also accepted.

Accommodation information:

• 120 luxury rooms
• 24 garden rooms
• 80 superior rooms with panoramic sea views
• 16 junior suites leading into family rooms

Room facilities:

• Air-conditioning and ceiling fan
• LCD TV
• Hair dryer
• Internet
• Telephone
• Mini bar
• Tea & coffee station
• ipod docking station
• Private balcony

Dining:

• Mangapwani Restaurant
  Offering both local and international buffets.
• Terrace Restaurant
  Outdoor casual dining area overlooking the Indian Ocean.
• Kobe Restaurant
  Casual dining area offering a light lunch menu located next to the swimming pool.

Bars:

• Zanzi-Bar
  Formal bar overlooking the Indian Ocean.
• Kobe Pool Side Bar
• Jetty Bar
  Private Beach Bar

Kids club:

• Open from 09h00 -17h00. For kids 2 -12 years.
  Offering a secure club with trained child minders with activities such as, arts & crafts and a children’s playground.

Wi-Fi:

• Complimentary in all the rooms and public areas.

Spa:

• For guests wanting to relax and be pampered, the Shwari Spa offers a full range of Balinese spa treatments .

Resort facilities and activities:

Water sports and activities (some at a charge)

• Two infinity pools
• One children’s pool
• Tennis courts
• Squash court
• Gym
• Yoga deck
• Sailing
• Kayaking
• Windsurfing
• Pedalos
• Recreation room
• Water skiing
• Wake-boarding

• Stone Town

  Follow the trail of the sultans, slaves and explorers in the winding streets of Stone Town. Revisit the history of Zanzibar in this treasure trove town and learn about the events that shaped Zanzibar. This walking tour provides you with a window into modern life in Stone Town. This tour is very flexible and can be adapted to suit your interest and time.

• Sultan Panorama

  The Sultan Panorama Tour is ideal for visitors with little time wishing to experience a bit of everything Zanzibar has to offer. A full day excursion, starting in Stone Town, with visits to the old slave market, Darajani market, a spice farm and a local village. Cooking, weaving, building houses and playing with the children,
  you’ll have chance to see what life is like for Zanzibar citizens.
  An informative and action packed day, this tour gives a taste of everything found in all other Zanzibar excursions and is strongly recommended as a first excursion.

• Prison Island

  Prison Island gets its name from the prison built to condemn Zanzibar citizens to the isolation of the island. Previously owned by an Arab to house his rebellious slaves, the prison was never used, and the island is now home to a tortoise sanctuary, prison ruins and hotel. Prison Island is 20 minutes from Stone Town by boat and is surrounded by a spectacular coral reef. For the more active, there is a hiking trail.

• Spice Tour

  In days past, Zanzibar was known as a spice island, exporting cloves, vanilla, nutmeg and cardamom across the world.
  The spices were brought over from Asia and South America and flourished in the tropical Zanzibar climate. Today the
  plantations are a tribute to the island’s past – walk through the spice farm with your guide whilst you touch, smell and taste different spices and tropical fruits. A visit to a spice farm village gives you an insight into local life and the opportunity to try some Swahili dishes.

• Jozani Forest

  In the south of the island, Jozani Forest is a wonder and delight, with tales of Zanzibar leopards, medicinal cures and beautiful scenery. The forest is home to a number of endemic species, including the Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkey. Your guide will take you on a nature trail, lined with eucalyptus and mahogany trees and explain the medicinal properties of various plants. Learn about the various animal species, birds and reptiles that make their home
  in the various habitats of this tropical rainforest. The mangrove boardwalk takes you above the swamp, where, depending on the tide, you can see tropical fish flitting between the mangrove roots and crabs scuttling across.

• Sunset Dolphin Dhow Cruises

  The Original Dhow Safaris operates the spectacular Sunset Dolphin Cruise in one of Zanzibar’s truly unique dhows, used for centuries to navigate the coast of Africa. Experience one of the most romantic sights in the world as pods of dolphins glide through the water. Enjoy traditional canapés with a glass or wine or beer during the two hour dhow cruise.

• Sand Bank Picnic

  Set sail towards Prison Island. Watch giant tortoises shuffle through the trees, discover the amazing underwater sea life before heading off to the sand bank, a seemingly uninhabited and quiet bank in the ocean which suddenly comes to life with millions of birds flying overhead and ghost crabs scurrying across the golden sands. After lunch relax on the sandbank listening to the hush of waves lapping against the shore. For the more active visitor, discover more of the breathtaking underwater life around the sandbank, before slowly sailing back to Stone Town.