Tulia Zanzibar

Overview

Designer calm on the coral coast

Hidden amid tropical gardens on Zanzibar’s east coast, Tulia is a private beach retreat that blends elegant design with island soul. The resort offers just 16 stunning spaces – chic garden bungalows, two Royal Villas, and Seafront Villas – each with private terraces, sleek interiors, crisp linens, and outdoor showers framed by lush greenery.

Shared spaces include two sparkling pools (one with a playful waterslide), a serene spa pavilion, yoga deck, fitness center, glass-front restaurant & bar overlooking the ocean, and a beachfront lounge scattered with loungers and hammocks.

Here, daily life flows between sun-drenched simplicity and curated fun: sunrise yoga, couples spa treatments, leisurely coastal walks, locally inspired cooking classes, glass-bottom boat rides over coral reefs, and paddleboarding in calm turquoise waters. Children and families are welcomed with a dedicated kids’ pool and fun WILDChild activities, making Tulia ideal for both romantic and multi-generational escapes.

Highlights

60-minute transfer from Zanzibar airport
Beachside restaurant offering local and international cuisine
Intimate, family-friendly environment with barefoot-chic style
Two pools, spa, yoga deck, fitness center and oceanfront bar
Waterslide, kids’ programs, paddleboarding, glass-bottom boats
16 tastefully designed villas: garden, Royal, and Seafront categories

When to go

Jan - Apr / June - Dec

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From

$20 099

per person

Take a seat beside the campfire, where untold stories rise with the smoke, legends live in the land, and luxury is part of the wild.

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