To the locals Unguja or Zanzibar Island – is a dream destination. With a troubled history, it is a fascinating part of the world which now enjoys peace and relative prosperity. And it offers an excellent insight into Arab and African relations over the years with the infamous slave trade on this ‘Spice Island’. Thankfully those days are over and Zanzibar is now renowned for its beauty and beaches.

The island of Zanzibar, just off the mainland of East Africa, receives 1,000,000 tourists each year, including many honeymooners. The allure is clear: beautiful beaches of powder-white sand, fascinating townscapes and tranquil waters with excellent scuba and snorkel potential.

Zanzibar is a small low lying island in the southern waters of the Indian Ocean, with its highest point at 120m. It is situated in the Indian Ocean, about 25 miles from the Tanzanian mainland coast. Zanzibar Island occupies a surface area of approximately 650 sq miles with a width of 20miles and 60miles in length.

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There are no large wild animals in Zanzibar. The few forested areas for instance Jozani are inhabited by monkeys, bush-pigs and small antelopes. A range of species of mongoose however can be found on the island. There is variety of birdlife and butterflies in rural areas. So, if you’ve been dreaming of your own little piece of Paradise or you’re just looking to escape from it all then look no further than Zanzibar, Seles Bungalows is the perfect holiday destination!

Seles Bungalows in Matemwe is situated on the North East coast of the famous Zanzibar Island. We are a beautiful and quaint little resort situated right in the heart of Paradise.