12 VILLAS. PRIVATE BEACH. INFINITE LUXURY.

Welcome to SafiraBlu

Imagine waking to the sound of waves, stepping onto your private terrace, and knowing that just beyond the turquoise shallows lies a private beach that belongs only to you and your fellow guests.

LUXURY MEETS AUTHENTICITY

A Sanctuary Built Upon the Blu

SafiraBlu brings this dream to life. Set in East Nungwi with 12 villas ranging from lush garden villas to oceanfront retreats, this is where luxury meets the soul of Zanzibar.

SafiraBlu is more than a resort. It is an escape into paradise where exceptional service meets genuine connection to Zanzibari culture. Your days here unfold at your own pace: morning yoga overlooking the ocean, fresh ocean-to-table dining, an afternoon on our private beach, and sundowner cocktails as the sky turns gold.

12

Villas

Private

Beach Access

5.0

TripAdvisor Rating


9.8

Booking.com Score

ACCOMMODATION

Your Private Retreat

We offer both one-bedroom and two-bedroom villas across our categories, providing the ideal space for single guests, couples and families alike.

Dining

Sip & Savour

Choose from two signature restaurants, each with its own character and menu, or let the sea come to you with in-villa dining crafted around your schedule. For something truly special, our private dining experiences transform any setting.

PRIVATE SANCTUARY

Private Beach

An exclusive stretch of white sand and due to the unique location and layout of our property, our beach is only accessible to guests of SafiraBlu. It is the ultimate expression of solitude and luxury.

WELLNESS

Full-service Spa

Rejuvenate in our oceanside treatment rooms. We use traditional Zanzibari aromatherapy and local spices to provide a unique wellness sanctuary for the soul.

DISCOVERY

Explore Zanzibar

Swim alongside wild dolphins, spend a morning at a local spice farm, or lose yourself in the winding alleys of Stone Town, where centuries of Swahili, Arab, and colonial history meet. From reef snorkeling to sunset dhow cruises, every day holds something new to discover.

Gallery

Scenes from Safira Blu

Every corner of our vast property looks like a postcard – from our lush gardens, to the ocean views from your villa, to the unique restaurant settings and stillness of our private beach. Here is a preview of what awaits you.

GUEST REVIEWS

9.8

COMBINED ACROSS ALL PROPERTIES BASED ON 488+ VERIFIED GUEST REVIEWS.

FAQ ZONE

Frequently Asked Questions

What room types are available at Safira Blu?

SafiraBlu is comprised of 10 one-bedroom villas, and 2 two-bedroom villas. Each villa has a unique layout, special features, and levels of accessibility. Explore all of our villas here.

Due to the unique location and layout of our property, our beach is only accessible to guests of SafiraBlu. This means that you get ultimate solitude to relax, and no beach vendors will be approaching you to sell items or tours.

Due to our unique and private location, SafiraBlu is not walkable to restaurants and shops outside of the resort. Our concierge team will be happy to assist you in finding transportation options should you wish to venture out into the local villages and other areas of the island.

SafiraBlu offers a few activities on site, as well as we work with a third-party trusted tour operator who will arrange and handle all of the tours and activities across the island and beyond – including safari on mainland Tanzania. Everything can be booked through our concierge when you arrive. Learn more about tours and activities here.

Yes, SafiraBlu is family friendly and children of all ages are welcome. We can provide extra beds for small children, as well as baby cots upon request. Our restaurants have a dedicated kids menu, and our chef’s will be happy to prepare anything specific for the little ones.

SafiraBlu is located approximately 60 kilometers from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar. Please get in touch with our team to book airport transfers through our third-party trusted transportation partner.

Yes, dietary requirements and allergies can be accommodated. Please let your server know at the time of ordering, and speak to our chef’s directly for any serious allergies or concerns. 

All of the food served at SafiraBlu is halal.