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Ycona Luxury Resort

Marumbi, Zanzibar

Ycona Luxury Resort

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Is the Ycona Luxury Resort for Me?

Overlooking the waters of the Indian Ocean on Zanzibar’s East Coast, Ycona Luxury Resort offers a slice of heaven in the Marumbi area. This family-owned boutique eco-resort features 40 independent private villas spread over 60,000 sqm of nature, where modern design, luxury, and elegance blend with an African touch.

From the Luxury Beach Front Eco-Villas to the Luxury Family Villas and Jungle Suites, each villa is designed to provide privacy, comfort, and a unique experience. Amenities include private pools, jacuzzis, modern kitchens, and breathtaking views of the ocean, tropical lakes, or spice gardens.

Ycona boasts an array of facilities and activities, including a private white sandy beach, main pool and cocktail bar, four restaurants, three bars, a wellness center with a spa, gym, and yoga patio, a jungle trail for jogging or biking, a boutique, and a kids’ area. The resort also offers complimentary tours of the beautiful spice and botanic gardens and classes with local artisans at the arts & crafts center.

With its stunning location, luxurious accommodations, and commitment to sustainability, Ycona Luxury Resort promises an unforgettable African experience surrounded by world-class comforts and modern touches.

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Activities offered by Ycona Luxury Resort

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Boat Cruise

Scuba Diving

Canoeing

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"My son Max and I just returned from an incredible trip to South Africa and Mauritus, and I can't say enough about how exceptional Susan Veldman was throughout the entire process. From the very beginning she listened to what we wanted and designed an itinera..."

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"We worked with Discover Africa to arrange our first ever Safari. Chrizaan from Discover Africa did a tremendous job in first understanding our requirements and wishes and then translating them into the perfect trip for us! Everything was organized to the..."

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