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Thanda Island
Tanzania – Thanda Island
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Thanda Island
About the Private Island
Thanda Island is an exclusive private island in the Indian Ocean, located around 30 kilometres off the coast of Tanzania. Surrounded by turquoise waters and set within a protected marine reserve, the island spans 8 hectares and offers a luxurious beach villa with five suites as well as two traditional bandas. These generous accommodations host up to 18 adults and 9 children, making Thanda Island the perfect retreat for families and small groups of friends. Originally conceived as the private residence of Swedish philanthropist and investor couple Christin and Dan Olofsson, the villa exudes a rare sense of elegance. Guests enjoy complete privacy and are looked after by a dedicated team of butlers, chefs and stewards — a heavenly place to escape daily life and find inner calm.
Kids & Teens
Thanda Island warmly welcomes families with children and offers a wealth of activities designed especially for younger guests. The spacious accommodations and safe beaches create ideal conditions for family holidays. Children can discover the underwater world while snorkelling, join guided nature walks or learn more about sea turtle conservation in dedicated workshops. The island also offers child-friendly menus and flexible dining times to suit the needs of its youngest guests.
Experiences & Activities
Alongside pure relaxation, this island set within a marine conservation area also offers a rich sense of adventure: bathe in a copper tub on the sand, savour an evening barbecue around the bonfire, or set out on a snorkelling trip through the Shungi Mbili coral reef, one of the world’s finest diving and snorkelling sites. On Thanda Island, surrounded by a dazzling underwater world, dreams become reality—savour the bliss of paradise-like privacy!
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Best time to travel
The best time to visit Thanda Island is from May to September. During these months, dry and pleasant conditions create the perfect setting for beach days, watersports and exploration. Temperatures are warm but not overly hot, and underwater visibility is clear, making snorkelling and diving especially enticing.
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Access is via an international flight to Dar es Salaam, followed by a 30-minute private flight or helicopter transfer directly to the island.
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Thanda Island
Thanda Island is a 5-hectare private island in the Indian Ocean, set around 30 kilometres off the coast of Tanzania. Surrounded by turquoise waters and protected coral reefs, it forms part of one of the world’s most precious marine reserves. Untouched beaches and lush tropical vegetation create a paradise-like setting for both relaxation and adventure.
Thanda Island is particularly well suited to families: children can play safely on the shallow beaches, while the rich marine world offers exciting discoveries through snorkelling and swimming. The island’s peaceful, private atmosphere allows families to spend truly precious time together.
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