From Stonetown the journey goes through the island’s center and on up north. Our goal is the small village of Matemwe, where a couple of small hotels are lined up on the beach. The one we have booked is called Zanzibar Retreat Hotel, and it turns out that the owner is a guy from Finland, Janne, and his wife. Janne is a great person, a hospitable and welcoming and always in communication with his guests. His place is also a real oasis, fantastic food is served and the bar facing the sea such a delight.