Zanzibar
Essque Zalu
From R29,785
Per person sharing
Valid
1 October 2025 - 13 October 2025
Travel outside of these dates may be subject to supplements and increases
Flights & Taxes included 7 Nights Half Board Great offer!
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Essque Zalu Zanzibar exudes a spectacular, big and bold presence. Whisking you into grandeur luxury the resort features the highest makuti thatched roof on the island, an enormous jetty stretching out into the turquoise Indian Ocean waters and a magnificent lagoon-style infinity pool. Situated in a natural cove on the north east coast of Zanzibar this cleverly constructed hotel takes advantage of the most stunning views over an idyllic turquoise lagoon. With a choice of restaurants, bars, a superb Spa, kids club, variety of water sports and access to Ras Nungwi village on foot at low tide, Essque Zalu is sure to impress every guest strolling through its doors. Essque Zalu offers uniquely tailored experiences one of which is an extraordinary Swahili Cooking Lesson at the Mosha Cookery Studio. Built in traditional style, with a rustic thatched roof and state-of-the-art cooking facilities, the culinary hotspot waits to hone your cooking skills and impress your taste buds. Off-site activities include tours through Stone Town, the spice plantations and visits to marine turtle sanctuaries near the resort.
Includes
- Return economy class flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar (Set departure dates on Fly Safair)
- Airline taxes
- Return airport - hotel transfers
- 7 Nights at Essque Zalu in a Garden suite
- Half board (Breakfast and Dinner daily)
- Book early to secure! Limited offer!
Excludes
- Block out dates apply
- Airfare supplement applies over Peak dates and school holidays
- Single supplements apply
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended!)
- All items of a personal nature
- Anything not mentioned
- Meals and Beverages not mentioned
- Compulsory Zanzibar Insurance Company (ZIC) insurance of $44 per person
- Tourism Levy of $5 per person per night payable at resort
Essque Zalu
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Essque Zalu features 40 Suites as well as 8 Residences ranging from three to four bedrooms to choose from, all of which boast views of the Indian Ocean or the lush tropical gardens.
The Resort itself has been carefully constructed to make the most of these breathtaking views: an idyllic turquoise lagoon, the tranquil ocean, and the expansive flourishing gardens.
Throughout the property, there is an abundant use of the neutral color scheme and traditional artwork, embracing the simplicity and serenity of an island lifestyle.
All suites, with picturesque views over the lush tropical garden or the ocean turquoise blue. Guests can ensconce in luxurious-styled spaces crafted from local materials, adorned with native artwork and housed under a traditional pitched Makuti roof. The infinity pool is a perfect place to take a dip and enjoy sea view. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including windsurfing, diving and snorkeling.
Why we like it
A Hidden Paradise which boasting the highest makuti thatched roof on the island. Enjoy the two roomy restaurants, three well stocked bars, and a sprawling lagoon-style pool. essque Zalu Zanzibar is an intimate boutique destination nestled in a natural cove on the east coast of Unguja (alias ZANZIBAR). With the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to one side and lush green forest to the other, Essque Zalu combines contemporary luxury with a real sense of place.
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Whether you’re wanting to cycle through fishing villages, dive shipwrecks or learn to cook with local spices, we’ll help you tick off your bucket list items one at a time.
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We’ll compile every detail of your trip according to your specified budget, schedule and wanderlust wish list. We’ll even take into account stopovers, seat and meal preferences.
