Pemba is a rare gem, a remote tropical and pristine island off the east coast
of Africa, untouched by mass tourism. Home to compassion, simplicity and time.
But simplicity does not necessarily exclude luxury. Or as we call it -
'real luxury'. The Manta Resort is situated at the northern tip of the island.
Anchored in an ocean floor anomaly, the floating underwater room tops almost
anything. Encapsulated within a turquoise blue bubble, watching shoals of reef
fish swim by - sometimes in three or four layers of different species, this is
a truly heart-stopping, yet awakening, experience. The floating structure,
Swedish engineered, provides three levels, those above the water clad in local
hardwood. Each one worthy of its own story.
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The landing deck, at sea level, has a lounge area and bathroom facility. A ladder
leads up to the roof which has a lounging area - for sun bathing by day and
stargazing at night. Sleep happily under the stars to the soft murmuring of the
sea.
The philosophy of water is to strive as low as possible and reflect the skies above.
Descending the ladder to the bedroom below is a rewarding climb to another state
of being. The magical feeling of lying on a soft kingsize bed surrounded by
panes of glass affording almost 360 degrees viewing is hard to describe. Located
on the reef, in the middle of a conservation area, shoals of reef fish and
exquisite, often rarely seen individuals will be seen visiting your windows.
Some have taken up residence around the room, which provides them some protection
from predation. Some just paying a visit.
By night, the underwater spotlights on all sides of the room attract the shyer
and more unusual, for instance squid. Coral has established itself on the anchoring
lines and around the underwater structure. Octopus and even Spanish dancers
have been seen attaching themselves to the glass panes. The reef inhabitants
can simply not resist attraction, which makes for exciting watching and a truly
unique experience.
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