White sand gardens unfold beneath Zanzibar’s generous sky

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa stands nestled in the palm flecked fringe of Paje Beach, one of the most beautiful strips of sand on Zanzibar’s south east coast. Traditional palm roofs and sun bleached timbers make the villas look like they’re part of a rustic fishing village, separated by gardens of lush exotics and bright blooming flowers.

The resort is the first Tanzanian property to join the prestigious Relais & Chateaux label. Designed by Neil Rocher, one of the most famous architects in East Africa, it was nestled amongst baobabs and exotic gardens. The air conditioned villas feature a private plunge pool, lounge and dining area. Each is framed by 1500 square metres of privacy, paths winding through palms and native plantings toward the shore.

For spa treatments, the resort has partnered with Healing Earth, harnessing the restorative powers of the continent’s rich natural resources, with therapists using locally sourced products produced by local communities and based on seaweed, coconut and spices found in Zanzibar. The spa is set in a tropical garden and offers massage rooms and complimentary hot tub access.

Kite surfing is arranged for beginners and experts alike from the resort’s dedicated watersport centre. Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is powered by wind and solar energy, thanks to solar panels and a state of the art wind turbine, and relies on its own water source and desalination plant. The resort features 2 restaurants, 3 bars and a spa, plus a world class beauty salon, infrared sauna and steam room.

Located on Zanzibar’s east coast with views of the pristine beach of Paje, the resort sits 40 km from Stone Town.

Imagery courtesy of Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (@relaischateaux).