We highly recommend checking into the hotel by 25th June, to ensure that you are refreshed and ready for our first event on 26th June.
Please refer to the "Wedding Events" tab on the top of our website for detailed information about the dress code for each event.
You can provide any dietary needs or allergies for each guest on the RSVP form available on our website.
Having you at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for. However, if you still wish to give a gift, we kindly request no boxed gifts.
Yes, we would love for everyone to share their photos! Please use the hashtag #MihirWedsNikita when posting on social media.
You can RSVP by clicking the button at the top of our website. Please ensure you submit your RSVP by January 5th, 2025.
The nearest airport to the hotel is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which is about a 1-hour drive away.
We recommend flying with Qatar Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. We advise avoiding Air France for this trip due to reports of a higher likelihood of lost luggage with this airline.
There are no direct flights from the U.K. to Zanzibar; however, convenient one-stop options are available with a range of different airlines, as recommended in the question above.
There are several ferry services, including Azam Marine and Kilimanjaro Fast Ferries. We recommend choosing business or VIP classes for a more comfortable experience. The ferry ride takes about 1-2 hours. The ferry departs from the Azam Marine Ferry Terminal in Dar es Salaam and arrives at the Stone Town Ferry Terminal in Zanzibar.
Travel restrictions and requirements can vary, so please check the latest travel advisories and entry requirements on the official government or embassy websites.
Most travellers will need a visa to enter and we would recommend applying for an e-visa before your trip to avoid any delays at the airport. You can apply for the e-visa online through the Tanzanian immigration website: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/
Additionally, starting October 1, 2024, all foreign visitors (excluding residents) will be required to purchase mandatory inbound travel insurance from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC). Travel insurance purchased from your home country will not be valid for entry. You can apply for this specific insurance through the official website: http://visitzanzibar.go.tz.
Most travellers will need a visa to enter Tanzania, including Zanzibar. We recommend applying for an e-visa before your trip to avoid any delays at the airport. You can apply for the e-visa online through the Tanzanian immigration website: https://visa.immigration.go.tz/
Starting from October 1, 2024, all foreigners visiting Zanzibar (excluding residents) will be required to obtain mandatory inbound travel insurance directly from the Zanzibar Insurance Corporation (ZIC). Please note that regular travel insurance purchased in your home country will not be valid for entry. This is a government requirement, and travellers will not be permitted to enter without this specific insurance. You can apply for the required travel insurance through the official website: http://visitzanzibar.go.tz.
Please check with your healthcare provider for any recommended precautions or vaccinations before travelling.
There is a risk of malaria in Zanzibar. Antimalarial medication is recommended. Consult with your healthcare provider for the best option for you.
Yes, there are a lot of mosquitoes in Zanzibar, so please ensure you bring mosquito repellent and sleep under the mosquito net at the hotel.
Yes, we have secured special all-inclusive rates for all our wedding guests at Melia Zanzibar. You can view the special rates by using this link: Click Here. Please note, this link will only be active for 31 days between 1st October 2024 - 1st November 2024.
The booking link allows our guests to enjoy the special rate for stays between 19th June 2025 and 10th July 2025. This is why you may see the message "This hotel will open on June 19, 2025" on the Melia booking calendar.
Yes, you are welcome to book whenever you like. Just keep in mind that bookings made after the special rate period will not include the special rate discount.
Due to the hotel’s policy, all of our wedding guests are required to stay all-inclusive at the resort during our wedding period.
Due to the hotel’s policy, all of our wedding guests are required to stay at the resort during our wedding period.
The local currency in Zanzibar is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS), which is accepted by local shops, stalls, and small restaurants. However, most larger venues, such as hotels, prefer United States Dollar (USD). We highly recommend carrying USD to make things easier, as it is commonly used for tourist services like airport transfers, day tours, and activities. You can always exchange USD for Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) as needed.
Zanzibar operates on East Africa Time (EAT), which is 2 hours ahead of British Summer Time (BST) during June.
The official languages in Zanzibar are Swahili and English.
In June, Zanzibar generally experiences warm and dry weather with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F). While there may still be some showers, they are usually brief and don't last long.
Zanzibar uses Type G electrical sockets, which are the same as UK sockets, with a voltage of 230V. Therefore, if you are coming from the UK, you won't need to bring a travel adapter.