When we stepped onto the tarmac at Julius Nyerere International Airport Tanzania, a wave of warmth enveloped us, thanks to the cheerful greetings from the local staff. For instance, they handed each of us a vibrant fruit-infused water, a refreshing touch that instantly revived us after the long journey. As a result, this thoughtful gesture sparked our enthusiasm, seamlessly paving the way for a flawlessly planned 6 nights Thanda Island escape, where every moment radiated care and wonder.

We started with a quick 35-minute helicopter ride to Thanda Island, a private gem in the Shungimbili Island Marine Reserve. Arriving at the villa, bandas, and catamaran felt like entering a paradise. The all-inclusive deal wrapped us in comfort—tasty meals, fine drinks, and tons of activities. Plus, the island’s clear waters and soft waves amazed us. So, we enjoyed a chef-made dinner under the stars, already in love with Thanda’s charm. This unique Thanda Island escape truly fulfilled our dreams.

For five wonderful days, Thanda Island wowed us. Imagine snorkeling in bright coral reefs, fish swimming like colorful sparks. One morning, for instance, we swam with whale sharks, their calm beauty a memory forever. The crew, with a skilled captain, chef, and hostess, cared for every detail. In fact, jet skiing and kayaking excited us, while spa treatments relaxed us. Also, lighted tennis courts and a cool gym kept us moving. Beach volleyball and tubing brought fun laughs. Because of this, we felt deeply tied to this island escape, which couldn’t have been more perfect.

Every day brought new joys. Sailing on the Umoja Catamaran was peaceful, while fishing on Real Magic felt thrilling. Similarly, paddleboarding and wakeboarding mixed calm and excitement. For example, a private dive showed us underwater treasures, led by pros. The island’s boats—Sazi, Island Princess, and the reef runner—were ours to enjoy during this Thanda Island escape. Plus, laundry and all taxes were covered, making life easy. So, every moment glowed with luxury and warmth.

On our last morning, we ate breakfast with ocean views, sad to leave Thanda Island. A helicopter ride took us back to Julius Nyerere International Airport, where help made leaving simple. Still, we took more than memories home. This 6 nights trip mixed adventure, rest, and privacy perfectly. In the end, it wasn’t just a vacation—it changed us. Now, we can’t wait for another Thanda Island escape to return to Thanda’s magic.

✅ Included:

Accommodation:

• 6 Nights at Thanda Island (Fully Inclusive – Exclusive use of private villa, bandas, and catamaran)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals, Thanda’s selection of wines, spirits, champagne, and cocktails

Activities:

• Snorkeling, private deep-sea diving, swimming with whale sharks (Oct-Mar), sailing, jet skiing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, beach volleyball, wakeboarding, tubing, water skiing
• Use of floodlit tennis court and air-conditioned fully equipped gym
• Spa treatments

Equipment:

• Use of 36-foot adventure yacht Sazi, 28-foot reef runner, deep-sea fishing cat Real Magic, and 34-foot Cobalt motor cruiser Island Princess
• Use of Umoja Catamaran and all boathouse equipment

Transfers:

• Return charter helicopter flights from Dar es Salaam to Thanda Island

Additional Perks:

• Private chef, hostess, housekeeper, activities guide, and boatman
• Laundry and all statutory taxes

❌ Excluded:

• Items not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
• Personal expenses