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The Aiyana
Located on Pemba Island, situated off the eastern coast of Tanzania and north of Zanzibar, The Aiyana's surroundings are lush and green with Manta Beach within walking distance and Vumawimbi Beach close by. The Aiyana sits at the very north of the island within the vicinity of the Ngezi Forest Reserve.
The Aiyana Resort & Spa is an intimate, barefoot-luxury retreat set on the northern tip of Pemba Island, just a short flight from Zanzibar. Nestled on a pristine stretch of white-sand beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, the resort offers calm sophistication, complete privacy, and breathtaking Indian Ocean views, making it an ideal sanctuary for travellers seeking serenity and understated elegance.
About
Conceived by a landscape architect with simplicity and craftsmanship at its heart, The Aiyana blends minimalist design with local culture and ecology. The 30 spacious villas are carefully integrated into the surrounding vegetation, creating a secluded oasis where the pace is unhurried and service is discreet yet attentive. With its eco-conscious ethos and warm, personal hospitality, the resort feels like a hidden island sanctuary devoted to peace and well-being. ()
Rooms
The resort offers 30 individually crafted beachfront villas, including 26 one-bedroom options and four luxury two-bedroom villas (Ambassador, Royal, Presidential), some featuring private infinity pools. Villas are elegantly styled with high ceilings, neutral hues, indoor/outdoor showers, garden areas, and generous living spaces all designed to frame views of the ocean and garden. Larger residences include living rooms, sunken dining areas, and private gardens.
Dining
The culinary experience at The Aiyana is anchored in a ‘farm‑to‑table’ ethos, showcasing fresh seafood and local produce in a refined blend of Swahili, African, and international flavours. Guests dine at Neema Restaurant with a sea-view terrace, enjoy beach BBQs, or opt for private dinners under thatched umbrellas or in their garden—it’s all about choice, simplicity, and charm.
Activity
Days here are balanced between delightful relaxation and gentle exploration: snorkelling or diving on untouched reefs, kayaking, paddleboarding, forest and village cycling tours, sandbank picnics, and spa treatments at the Maji Spa. Guests return to the lodge feeling refreshed, peaceful, and deeply connected to Pemba’s natural rhythms.
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