The Aiyana

Accommodation

The Aiyana offers 4 categories of rooms, all beach front.

All 30 villas enjoy wonderful views over the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon, the coral reef and the Indian Ocean beyond.

Download the Villa Plan (2MB)

Aiyana has designed their bedrooms with aspects of quietude and contemplation in mind, and the ever-present rhythmic sound of sea will enhance the atmosphere. The bathrooms are extensions of the gardens, with showers open to the sky.

One Bedroom Prestige Suite:

• 200 m² gross floor area
• 80 m² of living space
• king size bedroom
• greeting pavilion
• outdoor sala and pavilion
• shower & separate bathtub
• outside shower
• expansive front and rear gardens
• his & hers vanity areas

One Bedroom Senior Suite:

• 265 m² gross floor area
• 90 m² of living space
• king size bedroom
• welcome pavilion
• lounge
• outdoor sala and dining area
• shower & separate bathtub
• outside shower
• expansive front and rear gardens
• his & hers vanity areas

Two Bedroom Ambassador & Royal Suites:

• 350 m² gross floor area
• 230 m² of living space
• 2 king size bedrooms
• welcome pavilion
• indoor living / dining area
• outside decking area with seating
• 30m² private infinity swimming pool
• 20m² of covered verandah
• shower & separate bathtubs
• outside showers
• expansive front and rear gardens

Accommodation

The Aiyana offers 4 categories of rooms, all beach front.

All 30 villas enjoy wonderful views over the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon, the coral reef and the Indian Ocean beyond.

Download the Villa Plan (2MB)

Aiyana has designed their bedrooms with aspects of quietude and contemplation in mind, and the ever-present rhythmic sound of sea will enhance the atmosphere. The bathrooms are extensions of the gardens, with showers open to the sky.

One Bedroom Prestige Suite:

• 200 m² gross floor area
• 80 m² of living space
• king size bedroom
• greeting pavilion
• outdoor sala and pavilion
• shower & separate bathtub
• outside shower
• expansive front and rear gardens
• his & hers vanity areas

One Bedroom Senior Suite:

• 265 m² gross floor area
• 90 m² of living space
• king size bedroom
• welcome pavilion
• lounge
• outdoor sala and dining area
• shower & separate bathtub
• outside shower
• expansive front and rear gardens
• his & hers vanity areas

Two Bedroom Ambassador & Royal Suites:

• 350 m² gross floor area
• 230 m² of living space
• 2 king size bedrooms
• welcome pavilion
• indoor living / dining area
• outside decking area with seating
• 30m² private infinity swimming pool
• 20m² of covered verandah
• shower & separate bathtubs
• outside showers
• expansive front and rear gardens

Dining

Farm to table, Aiyana’s cooking is all about bringing out the big flavors.

Dinner is set up in a different, private setting each night… from the resort’s restaurant to a beach setting under a makuti umbrella… or even on the island in front of the resort.

NB: Specials meals and set-ups organized on the beach and in privatized areas within the resort are not included in the All-inclusive package, and will carry extra costs.

Spa

Inspired by the natural elements, and reflecting it’s picturesque island setting, Aiyana’s spa offers pure pampering relaxation!

Food

All meals at Matemwe Beach House are served at a time of your choice. There is no set menu, so you can simply decide each morning what your individual menu will be for the day. (The chef will make suggestions depending on special deliveries and the catch of the day.)

The exceptional cuisine is a fusion of traditional Zanzibari and international flavours. Seafood is a speciality, and fresh fish is prepared on a daily basis.

You are also welcome to join the Matemwe Lodge restaurant at any time for a meal or seafood barbeque.

Private Bar

The private bar in Matemwe Beach House is stocked with a variety of cool drinks, wines, beers and spirits – and should you require any drink not stocked in the bar, your butler will do his best to oblige.

Activities

The diving around Pemba Island is nothing short of breathtaking. The untouched coral reefs surrounding the entire island make Pemba one of the top dive sites in the world.

The sandbank protrudes to offer a walk on the purest white coral sand, surrounded by azure blue waters. After lunch, relax on the sandbank listening to the bird life around you and the splash of waves lapping against the shore!

The Aiyana resort is your outpost into the first steps of the wildness and tranquility of Pemba. Reconnect with nature and experience a land rich in life and uninhabited space. The Aiyana is an ideal place to discover mother nature at its purest state with the blend of local culture and heritage.

You’ll leave feeling dazed by this pure African getaway!

Activities

• Snorkelling at Mnemba Atoll is included in your rate. (However, there is a U$3 conservation fee per person, as you will snorkel in a conservation area.) Admire the vast variety and volume of marine wildlife and enjoy a scenic trip through the lagoon in one of the traditional boats
• All levels of divers have the opportunity to explore the underworld of Mnemba Atoll, and both recreational and training dives can be arranged
• Local fishing in Ngalawa (traditional boats) and deep sea fishing takes you beyond the reef to deeper waters where you will be surrounded by shoals of different species of fish
• Sea kayaking, Snorkelling equipment, beach bats, kite and Frisbee are all available at the Matemwe water sports house next door, and are free of charge
• Spice Tours, Historical City Tours, Shopping Tours and Jozani Forest to visit the Red Colobus Monkeys, as well as Dolphin
• Excursions at Kizimkazi are just some of the many tours that can be organized
• Guided reef walks are available on request and subject to tide
• Walks to the local village and the fish market are lead by a local guide
• The ‘Escape to Infinity’ trip to a secluded sandbank is an ideal getaway. It includes breakfast, brunch or lunch, depending on the tides and time of day, a bottle of sparkling wine, snorkelling, sailing in a traditional Dhow boat and enough time to enjoy the heavenly isolation. (Extra charge)