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Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar - Adult Only

 
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Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar - Adult Only

4 star hotel
Matemwe - Kigomani, 4678 Zanzibar, Tanzania (united Rep.)
16 rooms
FREE Internet

Dive Point Zanzibar

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
Offsite (Free pickup)
Max 4 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Adult-only beachfront stay in Matemwe, ideal for couples, romance, and quiet getaways by the sea.
  • Just 16 suites for a small-scale, intimate atmosphere, with garden and ocean room options.
  • Easy access to diving and snorkeling through DivePoint Zanzibar, with offsite free pickup arranged for guests.
  • Extra flexibility through complimentary scheduled shuttles and dine-around access at sister properties.
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
  • 50 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 50 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 50 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Sunshine Bay Hotel Zanzibar - Adult Only

Dive Center

Highlights

  • PADI dive center on Zanzibar’s north-east coast, offering easy access to diverse sites including walls, sloping reefs, and sandy bottoms with scattered coral formations
  • Comfortable daily morning boat dives departing directly from the resort, with spacious wooden boats and relaxed surface intervals with snacks, fruit, and water
  • Complete facilities including training pool, classroom, equipment rental, gear storage, and on-site dive shop, ensuring a smooth and well-organized diving experience
  • Wide range of PADI recreational courses available for all levels, supported by professional instructors and convenient on-site amenities including WiFi

Description

Dive Point Zanzibar is a small PADI dive center based on site at the Sunshine Marine Lodge. 

Diving takes place on walls, sloping reefs and sandy bottoms interspersed with rocks covered in coral. 

The team offer daily dive and snorkelling trips to the north-east coast of Zanzibar and Mnemba Atoll. Dive trips depart in the morning and come back around lunchtime. During the surface interval, snacks, fruits and water are served.

A range of recreational training courses are taught including Discover Scuba, Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Divemaster. Specialties are available. Course can be taught in English, French, Danish and Polish. 

Facilities include a training pool, spacious classroom, rental gear, small shop and storage area. WiFi is provided throughout. The spacious wooden dive boat is moored out the front of the resort.

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Dutch
  • French
  • German
  • Polish

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Onsite Training Pool
  • Onsite Classroom
  • Retail Shop
  • Waterfront Location
  • Dive Boat

Dive boat facilities

  • Drinking Water
  • Surface Interval Snacks
  • Shaded Space
  • Ladder

PADI® Courses Available

  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Scuba Refresher
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Nitrox Certification

Diving gear

  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)
  • Filling Station

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Dive Resort

Resort Amenities

Good for...

  • Romance/Honeymoon
  • Solo Travellers
  • Adults-Only
  • Good Value For Money
  • Great Spa/Wellbeing Experience

Food & drink

  • Private Dining
  • Beer And Wine
  • Buffet
  • A La Carte
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Halal Food
  • Gluten Free Food
  • Vegan

Activities

  • Cultural Excursions
  • Island Hopping

Payments

  • Bank Transfer
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Cash (Usd)
  • Cash (Eur)
  • Cash (Gbp)
  • Cash (Aud)

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling

Facilities

  • Beach Front
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool(S)
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Garden

Amenities & services

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning

Wellness & Relaxation

  • Spa Facility
  • Yoga

Resort Description

Sunshine Bay Zanzibar - Adult Only is a beachfront boutique retreat in Matemwe, on Zanzibar’s northeast coast, created for adults looking for a peaceful and authentic island escape.

Set beside a white-sand bay and turquoise lagoon, the property combines a quiet natural setting with a relaxed barefoot atmosphere, making it well suited to couples, honeymooners, and travelers who want to slow down and enjoy the rhythm of the island.

The resort offers just 16 rooms, creating an intimate feel and a more personal stay. Accommodation is split between Deluxe Garden Suites and Deluxe Ocean Suites, both designed as spacious, comfortable bases between beach time, excursions, and dive days. In-room comforts include air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi, two glass bottles of water with daily refill, and a minibar fridge upon request.

Dining focuses on a mix of international and African flavors, with meal plans available from bed and breakfast through full board. Guests can also dine around at the group’s sister properties with advance reservation, adding extra variety to the stay. Beyond the restaurant, the resort features three swimming pools, massage services, yoga, and plenty of quiet corners for relaxing by the sea.

For divers and snorkelers, Sunshine Bay is linked to DivePoint Zanzibar. The dive center is offsite rather than onsite, but free pickup is offered, making access straightforward for guests who want to combine a laid-back beach stay with time in the water. The resort also offers a complimentary shuttle between sister properties during scheduled hours, expanding dining and beach options during the stay.

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How to get there

Arrival

  • The nearest airport is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
  • The resort is located in Matemwe, on the northeast coast of Zanzibar
  • Distance from the airport is approximately 60 km
  • Transfer time is around 1 hour by car
  • Airport transfers (airport–hotel–airport) can be arranged directly with the resort and are recommended for a smooth arrival
  • Meet and greet service is available if transfers are booked in advance
  • Check-in time is from 14:00hrs. Early check-in may be available depending on occupancy

During stay (transfers)

  • Complimentary scheduled shuttle service is available between the resort and its sister properties
  • Sunshine Marine Lodge is approximately 3.9 km away (around 8 minutes by car)
  • Sunshine Azure Zanzibar is approximately 11.7 km away (around 15–20 minutes by car)
  • Transfers outside scheduled timings can be arranged at an additional cost

Departure

  • Check-out time is at 12:00hrs. Late check-out may be available upon request and subject to availability
  • Return airport transfers can be arranged through the resort
  • Departure transfers are scheduled in line with guests’ international flights
  • Guests are advised to allow sufficient travel time (approximately 1 hour) to reach the airport comfortably

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