Enjoy your own exclusive island, shaded by coconut palms and bordered by a pristine sandy beach. Swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, explore vibrant coral reefs, and relax in a secluded bay that opens out in front of the historic lighthouse.

Overlooked by one of the last remaining 19th-century German-built lighthouses, Fanjove is the smallest of the six islands that form the stunning Songo Songo Archipelago, one of Africa’s most unique island chains. Wildlife surrounds you here, from graceful seabirds to dolphins that sometimes choose to glide alongside you.

Watched over by one of the last remaining 19th-century German-built lighthouses, Fanjove is the smallest of the six islands in the exquisite Songo Songo Archipelago, one of Africa’s most beautiful and untouched island chains. Here, wildlife is your constant companion, from soaring seabirds to dolphins that often choose to swim alongside you.

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Enjoy your own exclusive island, dotted with coconut palms and bordered by a beautiful sandy beach. Dive into crystal clear turquoise water, surrounded by coral reefs and a seclude bay right in front of the light house.

Overlooked by one of the last remaining 19th century Lighthouses built by the Germans. Fanjove is the smallest of one of six islands in the Songo Songo Archipelago, one of the most beautiful and unique African islands chains. Wildlife surrounds you, from seabirds to dolphins, who sometimes swim alongside you.

It’s hard to describe the beauty of the Songo Songo archipelago!

Flying to the exotic-sounding Songo Songo Island from Mafia Island, you get a taste of what’s in store. Protective reefs and dazzling white beaches surround the small islands below. The Indian Ocean sparkles in brilliant turquoise. The shapes of unidentified sea creatures can be seen beneath the strikingly clear waters. You then skim past palm trees to land at Songo Songo’s tiny airport and begin your voyage of exploration in this Robinson Crusoe wonderland.

The Songo Songo archipelago is an isolated group of five small islands off the coast of south-east Tanzania.