Fanjove Exclusive Island is the smallest of six islands in the Songo Songo Archipelago, just off the coast of Tanzania. This iconic sand and coral island, with its many palm trees, white sandy beaches, and shimmering water, is only one kilometre long and about 400 meters wide.

This beautiful Fanjove Island Lodge, a barefoot-freedom tropical island, is surrounded by shimmering blue water with white sandy beaches shaded with palm trees. Only the 19th-century lighthouse and some architectural remnants of a former fishing village settlement hint at previous occupation by anything other than wildlife. There are 13 discreet, eco-chic private beach villas on the island (including one family and, soon, a beach manor). These are set along the sandy shore in complete harmony with the environment. Made from all-natural, traditional materials, the whole property is designed to leave as little footprint as possible.

Step out of your villa, toes in the sand, swim, snorkel straight off the beach, or explore the pristine 11-kilometre coral reef. SUP or Kayak around the island and enjoy a marine safari by dhow in search of spinner dolphins, green turtles and humpback whales (seasonal).