Lodge
The Manta Resort
About the lodge
An overview of The Manta Resort.
Manta Resort nestles in the far north area of the tropical Pemba Island and is approximately 72 nautical miles north of Zanzibar. Set on a pristine white beach only meters away from the warm crystal blue waters, you can enjoy walks on the beach or dive amongst unspoilt coral reefs that teem with marine life.
Highlights
- Located in Pemba Island, Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania
- Underwater room, diving, sandbank trip, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, kayak safari
The Details
Why not try our favorite tour, which includes The Underwater Room: the 8-Day Serengeti Safari & Pemba's Underwater Room.
The Standard Rooms are open-plan and feature a king-size bed covered by a mosquito net, an open-plan ensuite bathroom, an overhead fan, and a comfortable veranda that overlooks the gardens.
The four Superior Garden Rooms are paired to create inter-leading rooms, which are ideal for families or larger groups. Each room features a four-poster king-size bed draped with mosquito netting, an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, a writing desk, and a private thatched terrace with views of the sea through the foliage.
The Sea Front Villas are spacious and private, featuring a four-poster king-size bed draped with mosquito netting, an opulent ensuite bathroom with a double vanity and walk-in shower, a lounge area, and a sun terrace that faces a spectacular ocean sunset.
The highlight of Manta Resort is the unique โUnderwater Roomโ, a three-story glass-fronted suite where your bedroom is four meters below water. Surrounded by glass, this room provides unrivaled views of the underwater world. At night, spotlights illuminate the reef and passing fish, offering an ever-changing but peaceful scene to drift off to.
The facilities at The Manta Resort include a lounge, restaurant, beach lounge, two-tiered swimming pool, and a spa.
The scuba diving off Pemba is truly spectacular, with visibility of 30 to 40 meters on most days and an average water temperature of 26 degrees Celsius. Scorpions Secret and Shimba Wall are some of the famous dive sites and are well-known for larger fish species such as eagle rays, Napoleon fish, GTs, and barracuda.
You can dive and snorkel on pristine reefs in total seclusion, explore this magical island with its rich history of the spice trade and the rise and fall of the Arab empire, embark on a sandbank trip at low tide, enjoy a Ngalawa sunset cruise, and wander lush tropical forests in search of monkeys and the endemic flying fox.
The Manta Resort offers numerous romantic activities for newlyweds and honeymooners while also catering to the needs of families and solo travelers.
Additionally, we recommend combining this incredible diving and snorkeling experience with a Serengeti or Masai Mara safari.
Price Includes
Accommodation in a Standard Garden Room, all meals, beverages (soft drinks, juices, mineral water, coffee/tea, cocktails, wines, beers, and all alcoholic beverages), spa treatments (one treatment per person, per day at the Kipepeo Spa), kayaks and snorkel equipment from the beach, WiFi internet in the main lounge area, and laundry.
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night, in USD. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 Dec 2026
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows The Manta Resort personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 โ 30 Jun 2026
All Inclusive โ All meals, all drinks, guided snorkelling once daily, one sunset Ngalawa sail and lighthouse walk per stay and one wellness treatment per person per day
Special offer
US$350
Normally US$440
Peak / migration
1 Jul 2026 โ 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive โ All meals, all drinks, guided snorkelling once daily, one sunset Ngalawa sail and lighthouse walk per stay and one wellness treatment per person per day
Special offer
US$440
Normally US$550
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 โ 30 Nov 2026
All Inclusive โ All meals, all drinks, guided snorkelling once daily, one sunset Ngalawa sail and lighthouse walk per stay and one wellness treatment per person per day
Special offer
US$350
Normally US$440
Festive
1 Dec 2026 โ 19 Dec 2026
All Inclusive โ All meals, all drinks, guided snorkelling once daily, one sunset Ngalawa sail and lighthouse walk per stay and one wellness treatment per person per day
Special offer
US$440
Normally US$550
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Exclusive offer
Already reflected in the rates above.
The reduced rates shown in the table apply for the periods listed. Here is what is running and why.
Stay & Pay
Stay for 5 nights and only pay for 4. Valid year round excluding peak season - 20 December to 10 January.
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Plan Your Dream Safari.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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