The Slow Leopard Kilwa

The Slow Leopard Kilwa — Jimbiza Beach's Most Loved Stay

The Slow Leopard Kilwa sits on Jimbiza Beach in Kilwa Masoko, 0.9 miles (1.4km) from the Kilwa Kisiwani ruins, with an 8.4/10 rating from 84% of guests. A glowing review: "I couldn't recommend the Slow Leopard Kilwa more. It's right on the beach with a cool relaxed atmosphere, and the rooms are comfy, stylish and clean. The food is AMAZING — lots of fish and vegetables. The staff couldn't be friendlier and they organise all your day trips for you. We visited the ruins on two different days and went snorkelling in the lagoon, it was so interesting to hear about the history of the area." Another describes it as "tucked away in the dunes, the wonderful little lodge is right at the best section of the entire bay — an enchanting garden."

The lodge has its own boat for tours of the Kilwa ruins (including nearby Songo Mnara, another UNESCO-listed ruin site) and "epic snorkelling adventures in the stunning coral reefs." A guest who visited during the off-season, alone, found that "they didn't cancel on me, even though I was the only guest — one of the best weekends I've had in Tanzania." The atmosphere is described as "phenomenal" and attracting "interesting people." Buffet breakfast and full-board set meals available, with healthy vegetarian options. Children are not allowed at this property.

Accommodation

Beachfront rooms in dune gardens on Jimbiza Beach. Own boat for Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara ruins tours and snorkelling. Buffet breakfast, full-board option. Garden and bar. Adults only.