The Aiyana Resort & Spa. Luxury Resort on Pemba Island
Prices are elevated here, positioning Aiyana in competition with the premier resorts on Zanzibar. However, for those seeking a secluded isolated property, The Aiyana Resort & Spa is ideal, though costly.
Aiyana is among our premier selections for those desiring opulent lodging and several activities on Pemba. The Aiyana Resort & Spa has received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor and consistently garners outstanding reviews.
Access & Location:
Travellers to Pemba can fly from Dar es Salaam’s international airport (a duration of 1 hour) or from Zanzibar’s airport (30 minutes). The road travel from Pemba Airport to The Aiyana Resort & Spa takes around one hour and fifteen minutes. A cordial reception is extended to all newcomers!
Accommodation & Facilities At The Aiyana Resort & Spa
The Aiyana Resort & Spa is situated in a picturesque area of the island, characterized by white-sand beaches, swaying palm palms, and vibrant tropical landscapes. The communal edifices are whitewashed constructions, strategically located to optimize ocean vistas. The interiors have a shisha lounge area, furnished with soft mats and couches. This adjoins Aiyana Restaurant, where patrons can indulge in exquisite foreign and Zanzibari fusion food. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a particular emphasis on fresh fish specialties. Aiyana’s bar is located in the beach house of the property, offering a variety of refreshing beverages, including drinks, beers, spirits and cocktails, along with inviting terraces to enjoy the sunset. The lodge features an infinity pool and a spa that provides an extensive array of soothing and rejuvenating treatments. Individuals seeking retail therapy may like exploring the two on-site stores, one offering souvenir products and the other featuring original artworks.
Aiyana offers 30 villas for guest accommodation, strategically located on either side of the community structures, each providing spectacular ocean views. There are five accessible categories: Prestige, Senior, Ambassador, Royal, and Presidential. All are exquisitely appointed. The Prestige is the basic choice (85 sq. m), featuring one bedroom, a telephone, satellite television with DVD, air conditioning, a mini-bar, a safe, and en-suite amenities that include a flush toilet, twin washbasins, a shower, and a separate bathtub. Additionally, there is an exterior shower, a reception pavilion, an outdoor seating area, and expansive gardens at both the front and rear. The Senior has all these amenities in addition to a lounge. If you seek a two-bedroom property, you can contemplate the Ambassador, including an extensive covered porch and a private infinity pool. Each Royal Villa comprises three bedrooms, while the Presidential Suite features two bedrooms and encompasses an impressive 340 square meters of total floor area.
Activities At The Aiyana Resort & Spa
- Diving is among the most favoured activities here, since the island of Pemba is famous for its exceptional dive opportunities featuring beautiful coral reefs, clear waters, and deep channels.
- Dhow excursions are offered, and sandbank tours provide exhilarating opportunities to approach the water and witness remarkable avian species. A sunset cruise is a great conclusion to a day of exploration, featuring a ngalawa, a traditional sailing vessel.
- Inland, numerous excursions are available, including visits to the lively city of Chake-Chake, the town of Chwaka to see eighteenth-century remains, and the fortification of Mkama Ndume.
- Spice farm tours provide an engaging pastime, while wildlife enthusiasts will be eager to explore the Ngezi rainforest in pursuit of observing flying foxes and vervet monkeys.
- The essential oil distillery merits a visit, while the fish market at Tumbe is advisable for acquiring fresh catches.
- There is indeed a considerable amount of activities available here!