When you think of Zanzibar, the image of white sandy beaches, turquoise seas and palm trees gently swaying in the wind is bound to conjure up before your eyes. Ycona Eco-Luxury Resort offers you all this, but adds something more - eco-friendly luxury that will completely overwhelm you. Hidden between fragrant spice gardens and rich jungle, Ycona is not just a hotel, but an ecosystem of amenities where luxury is intertwined with sustainability. Their motto "ethical, responsible, sustainable and luxurious" is not just a phrase, but a promise that they keep with every fork, every solar-powered pool and every bit of nature they nurture.
If the paradise beaches don't convince you, maybe the exclusivity will. Ycona Resort boasts its own 500-metre private beach and just 40 villas, each with its own pool, garden and rooftop hot tub. There is no room for crowds or hustle and bustle here - just you, the sea and luxury. Imagine sipping a cocktail made with local tropical ingredients while watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean from the terrace. And when the day slowly gives way to night, Ycona invites you to switch on to complete disconnection - from the world and everyday worries.
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Ycona is what you would get if you combined African charm, Italian design and tropical wilderness. The resort is fully integrated into the natural environment and spreads over 60,000 square meters of untouched jungle and fragrant spice gardens. The white sand washed by the Indian Ocean will remind you every day why Zanzibar is known as the "Pearl of Africa".
With its 40 private villas, each with its own pool and rooftop terrace with hot tub, Ycona offers unparalleled comfort. But it's not just luxury – it's also about sustainability. The entire complex is almost carbon neutral, as they use solar energy, use recycled materials and reduce emissions.
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Whether you're on your honeymoon, on vacation with the family, or need a break as a digital nomad, Ycona has it all. Choose from panoramic adults-only waterfront villas, or spacious family villas located by a beautiful tropical lake. And if you love nature, Jungle suites are available for you, where you will feel as if you are one with the jungle.
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Relaxation is never far away: you can indulge in massages in the spa center, take a stroll through the spice and botanical gardens, or just enjoy a refreshing cocktail in one of the resort's four restaurants, where dishes are prepared from local ingredients. If you are more of an adventurer, you can go on a safari, diving around Mnemba Island, or exploring the historic Stone Town, which is under UNESCO protection.
Photo: booking.comIdeal for a break - and something more
The resort is located on the east coast of Zanzibar, in Marumbi, and is only a 45-minute drive from the airport. Although it offers complete privacy and peace, it is only a short drive away from local attractions such as the Jozani Forest, where you can meet red colobus, or the nearby markets with spices and local delicacies.
Ycona is not just a luxury destination – it is an experience that will enchant you. Here you will completely relax and at the same time be aware that you are contributing to the preservation of our planet. Who says you can't have both?
