Tides

Top choice in Northeastern Tanzania


The beautiful Tides has a prime beachside location, plus spacious upmarket cottages on the sand and excellent cuisine. The cottages have huge beds surrounded by billowing mosquito nets, large bathrooms and stylish decor. There are also several family cottages and a private honeymooners’ luxury suite, plus a beachside bar and restaurant.

The lodge arranges honeymooners’ snorkelling trips to Maziwe, complete with a waiter, cool box, champagne and all the trimmings.


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