Hotel Riu Jambo - Zanzibar

Package price from, per person sharing

4 nights - R19,450
7 nights - R24,380

Quintrip offers you this Zanzibar holiday package at Hotel Riu Jambo - Zanzibar for a duration of 4 or 7 nights on location, on a All-inclusive meal plan basis.

This Hotel and Return Flights Package will depart/start from Johannesburg.

During your holiday in Zanzibar, you will occupy a Standard Double or Twin Room.

The price for this holiday package to Zanzibar mentioned above is per person sharing (the amount payable by each person sharing a room).

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Property Overview

Hotel Riu Jambo is a 4-star resort positioned directly on Nungwi Beach, on Zanzibar’s northern coast. Its 24-hour all-inclusive service covers meals, drinks and snacks throughout the day, making it a practical option for travellers who prefer to keep most of their holiday within the resort.

The property has 461 rooms, ranging from standard doubles to family rooms and sea-view categories. African-inspired decoration, balconies or terraces and air conditioning feature across the accommodation.

Four outdoor swimming pools are available, together with a separate children’s pool. One pool includes a swim-up bar, while the over-water dining area extends from the beach on a wooden walkway.

Families have access to the RIULand kids’ club, while the daily programme also includes fitness activities, water sports and evening entertainment. A spa and wellness centre provides massages and treatments for guests who prefer a quieter break from the busier pool and beach areas.

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How far is the nearest beach?

The hotel is located directly on Nungwi Beach, giving guests immediate access to the sand from the resort grounds. Kendwa Beach is also approximately a two-minute walk away.

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Distance from Airport

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is approximately 60 kilometres from Hotel Riu Jambo. The transfer generally takes around one hour to one hour and 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the type of transport arranged.

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Rooms

Hotel Riu Jambo has 461 rooms, with standard, accessible, family and sea-view categories available. All accommodation includes air conditioning and a private bathroom, while most categories also provide a balcony or terrace.

Standard Double Rooms measure approximately 31 square metres and feature African-inspired decoration.

Double Rooms with Lateral Sea View also measure around 31 square metres and include a balcony or terrace.

Superior Double Rooms are approximately 33 square metres and overlook the gardens or swimming pool.

Double Rooms with Sea View measure around 32 square metres and face the ocean.

Superior Double Rooms with Sea View provide approximately 33 square metres of space and direct views towards Nungwi Beach.

Family Rooms measure around 52 square metres and offer additional space for guests travelling with children.

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Food & Drink

Hotel Riu Jambo has five restaurants offering buffet meals, themed dining and à la carte options as part of its 24-hour all-inclusive service.

Maisha is the main buffet restaurant and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live cooking stations, vegetarian and gluten-free choices are available, with themed evenings held during the week.

Kulinarium serves an à la carte dinner menu with meat, fish and vegetarian dishes.

Yunnan specialises in Asian cuisine, with Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Korean-inspired dishes served buffet-style at dinner.

Il Panzotto offers Italian à la carte dining in the evening.

Rafiki serves buffet lunches and snacks, together with drinks and sweet selections throughout the day.

Bars include Bongo Flava, the Hakuna Matata pool and swim-up bar, and Bahari, which occupies the over-water structure beside the themed restaurants.

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Experiences

Days at the resort can be divided between the beach, swimming pools and organised activities. Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and introductory diving sessions are available, while the RIUFit programme provides group fitness activities.

Children aged four to seven and eight to twelve can take part in daily activities at RIULand. The entertainment programme continues into the evening with shows and live music.

Guests who want to explore beyond the resort can arrange local excursions, including spice tours and other visits around the island.

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SPA & Wellness

The spa and wellness centre offers massages, beauty treatments and dedicated relaxation facilities. Guests can book treatments during their stay or use the spa as a quieter alternative to the beach and swimming-pool areas.