Hunkering down on a low cliff on the east coast of Zanzibar, Zawadi’s ocean views go on forever. An intimate boutique retreat, it features just nine spacious villas strung along the shoreline. The definition of barefoot elegance, each villa features a spacious bedroom, sitting area, and decadent bathroom with a free-standing tub and walk-in shower, all decorated in soothing natural tones that echo the soft sand and silvery driftwood outside.
Private bougainvillea-strewn terraces are ideal for watching the sunrise over the Indian Ocean and, where the cliff recedes, a pristine white sand beach appears – a postcard-perfect spot from which to swim throughout the day.
Beyond admiring the many hues of the ocean, guests can join daily snorkel trips to the Oba Oba lagoon, dive the undiscovered east side of the island, explore the nearby mangrove forest, or simply lie back and enjoy a massage on their private terrace.
