Shungimbili Island, Tanzania
Rooms & Suites
Thanda Island Marine Reserve Rooms & Suites
Accommodations at Thanda Island comprise an exclusive-use 5-bedroom villa and 2 beach bandas styled in Scandinavian-Swahili oak and white linen with wraparound verandas, featuring Indian Ocean views, plush king beds, and copper bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs, TV mirrors, and custom Africology amenities.
3 categories on the live list
Before you book a room
- Main Villa features 5 luxury suites with wraparound verandas, Steinway piano, and copper bathtubs.
- Two traditional open-air thatched beach bandas offer authentic Swahili romantic privacy.
Category 1
Deluxe King Beach Banda with Indian Ocean Sand Deck
A sleek thatched banda featuring timber boiserie, beach deck, king bed, and outdoor bath.
Category 2
Four Seasons Executive One-Bedroom Villa Suite
Spacious master suite inside the main villa with private veranda, ocean view, and luxury bath.
Category 3
The Thanda Master Presidential 5-Bedroom Island Estate Compound
The pinnacle luxury 5-bedroom private villa featuring glass-walled pool, Steinway piano, and staff.
Thanda Island Marine Reserve rooms FAQ
- How many people can stay on Thanda Island?
- The private island accommodates up to 10 adults in the 5-bedroom villa plus 8 children/adults in two beach bandas.
- What is inside the Main Villa?
- The villa features 5 air-conditioned suites, a Steinway grand piano, indoor/outdoor dining, and a glass-walled pool.
- What is The Thanda Master Presidential 5-Bedroom Island Estate Compound?
- It is the entire 750 m² luxury 5-bedroom private villa with glass-walled pool, piano, and staff.
- What room categories exist?
- Categories include Beach Bandas (60 m²), Villa Suites (110 m²), and the Island Estate (750 m²).
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026