Wind-bent palm trees, pristine white sands, and an extensive coral reef set the scene for Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa, the only member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux in Tanzania. This resort exemplifies the highest standards of luxury and personalised service, offering an unparalleled escape for discerning travellers from the GCC.
Just a short flight from the GCC, guests are chauffeured to the 4-hectare beachfront property and greeted by a personal butler. The African escape is redefining intimate mindful luxury, inviting families, couples, and friends to relax, unwind, and reconnect with nature’s paradise.
Located in an intimate lagoon, the villas sit on the most pristine piece of Paje Beach, a stunning 10km stretch along the south coast of the tropical island. Known for its powder-soft sands, the tide rises and falls dramatically throughout the day, making way for sandbanks, beach bike rides, and a sandy walk out into the ocean at low tide, with a 2km coral reef to protect the illustrious beach.
Home away from Home
The family-owned resort showcases 15 earth-toned private villas with one, two, or five bedrooms available. Surrounded by lush greenery for privacy, guests can dive into their opulent private pool, slip into a warm hot tub to unwind after a full day of activities, or experience the rare pleasures of outdoor showers and baths. As if that wasn’t enough, the villas also include an annex bungalow living room and lounge, a private terrace perched at the top of white spiral staircases, and French doors to invite the warm coastal winds. The interiors are elegantly designed with pieces sourced from Italy and hand-made furniture customised on the property.
Embracing Sustainability and Local Craftsmanship
Focused on sustainable hospitality, the resort is powered by solar panels, solar water heating, and a wind turbine. Their bottled water production facility ensures that they have no single-use plastic on the property, carefully packaged in glass branded bottles. The villa’s complementary cosmetics are also sourced from The Seaweed Centre, a mere 10 minutes from the resort where local women come together to create natural and organic shampoos and soaps from resources on the island.
White Sand also features its own carpentry workshop where their bespoke wooden interiors are designed and fit to measure every room. Additionally, a local tailor on the property crafts custom garments for guests using their choice of fabric and designs.
Holistic Bliss at The Senses Spa
Zanzibar White Sand’s The Senses Spa offers a holistic approach to your well-being, combining expert care, inspiring design, and the power of nature to lead you into a profound state of relaxation. Relax and unwind with the spa’s specialised massages and facials or, step into the stream room and infrared sauna that leaves you with a youthful island glow.
Indulge in Culinary Excellence
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, explore White Sand’s exceptional culinary delights from around the world, offering options that cater to various dietary preferences including halal and vegan options. The Doors to Zanzibar is designed to open your senses and guide you on a journey filled with colour, passion, and savoir-faire. The chic lounge of the main restaurant Doors to Zanzibar is a true showstopper featuring a giant mother-of-pearl chandelier that glistens through the night as bubbles dance in your glass. White Sand’s newest restaurant offers a cool yet elegant beachfront oasis. Enjoy the perfect blend of international and Swahili fusion cuisine in a casual yet exquisite 5-star dining experience.
Dive into Adventure
If you can tear yourself away from the beckoning beach bungalows, an extensive collection of activities and thrills is always readily available. The Niznik family, who created and operates the property, are kite surfing aficionados, thus, it is no surprise that the property features a world-class kite surfing offering. While the lagoon brings in perfect kite surfing conditions, guests can take up lessons or venture out into the crystal blue water by themselves to catch the perfect wind and race across the white sanded coast.
If kite surfing is not quite your forte, White Sand also offers a variety of water sports, excursions, and island exploration activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, ethical dolphin watching, cave explorations, quad tours, and so much more.
Unleash Your Wild Side with Tailored Safaris
At White Sand, no request is off limits, and no experience is too much. Experience the true essence of Tanzania by flying out to the mainland for a safari. Whether it’s a day trip or a couple of days, White Sand will curate the ultimate wildlife itinerary for any guest. With flight times from 15 minutes to 1.5 hours to Serengeti, chartered private planes will escort you from the beach to the bush.
White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa encapsulates the quintessence of luxury, adventure, and sustainability, offering an unparalleled escape into the heart of Zanzibar’s natural beauty. Every detail, from the eco-friendly initiatives to the bespoke craftsmanship and world-class amenities, is designed to provide an extraordinary experience.
For further information and reservations, please visit: www.whitesandvillas.com
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