Caraway Beach Holiday: Day-by-day
More detailed information of what each day entails, and the various places you’ll stay on the Caraway Beach Holiday. Everything we do is completely tailor-made so while this is an idea which works well, we’ll always design an itinerary just for you.
Starts: Dar es Salaam International Airport
After collecting your luggage, you’ll be met by a local representative for the five-minute shuttle transfer to the Domestic Terminal.
Dar es Salaam to Fanjove by land, air & sea
At the domestic airport, hop on board a light aircraft south to Songo Songo, taking around an hour. You'll be met by a driver from Fanjove Island Lodge for the ten-minute drive to the boat, with a crossing time of 30–60 minutes, depending on the weather. Be prepared to wade ashore!
Fanjove Lodge
Fanjove Island Lodge is part of the Songo Songo Archipelago, 140km south of Dar es Salaam, in the Indian Ocean. Less than a kilometre long, this is one of only two private-island experiences in Tanzania (the other being the very expensive Mnemba Island). The island was previously uninhabited, save for some local fishermen who used it as an occasional fishing base. Now tourists have had the opportunity to stay and explore its beautiful beaches and wildlife.
Fanjove Island Lodge is part of the Songo Songo Archipelago, 140km south of Dar es Salaam, in the Indian Ocean. Less than a kilometre long, this is one of only two private-island experiences in Tanzania (the other being the very expensive Mnemba Island). The island was previously uninhabited, save for some local fishermen who used it as an occasional fishing base. Now tourists have had the opportunity to stay and explore its beautiful beaches and wildlife.
"Fanjove is like a dream.. the beaches, the crystal-clear water & the remoteness."
Ms WfromAustriaArrived 15 Jan 2021, 5 nights
Fanjove Lodge allows guests to have a relaxing private-island experience. We were incredibly taken by the beautiful white beaches, slick service and abundance of wildlife and privacy, which is increasingly harder to find on mainland Zanzibar. This is a luxury lodge done very well. Don't come expecting manicured lawns and swimming pools; instead enjoy exploring the rock pools and cliffs exposed at low tide, and watch the birds and crabs rest on the beach when the tide is high. See our full report on Fanjove Island Lodge
Activities
Boat trip
Scuba-diving
Snorkelling
Watersports
Fanjove to Dar by sea, air & road
Leaving Fanjove Island is as much fun as arriving. As the boat draws away from the island's historic lighthouse, watch out for dolphins during the crossing to Sango Sango, then make the most of your final scenic flight over the Indian Ocean before arriving in Dar es Salaam.
Ends: Dar es Salaam International Airport
On arrival at the Domestic Terminal, you’ll be escorted to a shuttle for the International Terminal, taking just five minutes.
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