Africa’s first “island within an island” ultra-luxury retreat.
The Cocoon Collection unveils the exclusive Bawe Island Resort, a unique luxury retreat just 15 minutes from Stone Town. This private island combines a sense of complete seclusion with top-tier elegance. Spanning 30 hectares of pristine nature, the resort offers 70 stylish ocean-view villas, including Lagoon Suites over the water, Zanzibar Villas on the beach, and the magnificent Sultan Palace. Guests can enjoy the utmost privacy with private gardens, heated pools, and dedicated butler service.
Exquisite culinary experiences, in-villa dining with private chefs, and an exclusive spa ensure ultimate comfort. Arrival is by private boat or helicopter. Thanks to its proximity to Tanzania’s nature reserves, guests can embark on a safari in the morning and relax in their villa by evening. The island’s unique tides shape daily-changing sandbanks, coral reefs, and sea caves, creating endless opportunities for discovery.
Adventure seekers can enjoy exclusive diving and snorkeling excursions as well as a variety of watersports. On land, a dine-around experience awaits, featuring four outstanding restaurants and a stylish bar. The Sand offers barefoot dining with live cooking, The Rising Sun serves Teppanyaki beneath a baobab tree, while Sinfonia delights with Italian classics, and the Beach Club provides relaxed, adult-only cuisine.
The resort blends luxury with sustainability, operating Zanzibar’s largest solar park, a desalination system, and a strong commitment to marine conservation. Cultural experiences lead guests to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or to the upcoming Cocoon Collection Foundation Museum, which will explore the archipelago’s history and efforts to protect giant tortoises. Just 30 minutes from Zanzibar Airport, Bawe Island Resort combines exclusivity, adventure, and relaxation—an unparalleled escape in the Indian Ocean.
