Festive Season · 22 December 2026 – 14 January 2027

Festive Season

22 December 2026 – 14 January 2027

Treasures & Tides:

Festive Season at The Mora Zanzibar

Celebrate Christmas and New Year on the shores of Zanzibar with festive dining, family adventures, beach celebrations, live entertainment and unforgettable island moments.

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Celebrate the festive season, The Mora way

From 22 December to 14 January, The Mora Zanzibar invites you to follow the tides into a season of discovery.

From Christmas celebrations and family adventures to festive dining, beachfront parties and an unforgettable New Year’s Eve, Treasures & Tides brings together a collection of special moments inspired by Zanzibar and the Indian Ocean.

Highlights

Christmas at The Mora

Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with festive dining, live entertainment and island-inspired experiences, including Captain Santa’s spectacular arrival by traditional Zanzibar dhow.

Family Adventures

From Captain Santa’s arrival and children’s celebrations to treasure hunts and movies beneath the Zanzibar sky, younger guests have plenty to discover throughout the festive season.

A Festive Culinary Journey

Discover festive brunches, Zanzibar flavours, international cuisine, beach BBQs, Asian and Mediterranean experiences and celebratory dinners throughout the season.

New Year’s Eve in Zanzibar

Welcome the New Year beside the Indian Ocean with The Grand Treasure Gala, combining cocktails and canapés, a beachfront feast, live music, performances, DJ sets and the midnight countdown.

Full Festive Programme

As the sun sets, join us at Muyuni Rooftop for a Captain’s Rum Punch, cocktails and canapés, as a tribal band sets the rhythm for the evening and the Christmas tree is lit. Mingle with our management team before continuing the evening at Horizon, our all-inclusive restaurant, for The Explorers’ Dinner, celebrating flavours from around the world.

Begin the evening with our Island Harvest Buffet, inspired by the flavours of Zanzibar’s street food scene, at the Horizon terrace. Then head to the Muyuni Beach Cabana Area for Beneath the Neon Sea. As the night unfolds, enjoy neon body painting, glow games, LED dancers and music from our in-house DJ. Come dressed in white or neon and get ready to glow.

Festive Eve begins with a sundowner welcome cocktail and canapés at Eclipse Bar, followed by the Captain’s Festive Feast at Horizon, our all-day dining restaurant, with live music before the celebration moves to the rooftop beneath the Zanzibar sky. For younger guests, a movie under the stars awaits at Outliners Club.

Christmas Day begins with our Festive Treasure Brunch, before Captain Santa makes his grand arrival by traditional Zanzibar dhow, for a festive beach welcome. The celebration continues at Santa’s Treasure Cabana with a lively celebration for younger guests. Later, set off on The Grand Treasure Hunt, following hidden clues and collecting Pirate Gold Coins across the resort in search of The Mora’s Hidden Treasure, with exciting prizes awaiting the winning teams. As evening falls, uncover Hidden Treasures of the Indian Ocean, a festive dining experience accompanied by live band entertainment at Eclipse Pool Bar.

Spend the afternoon at Muyuni Beach Club, where a lively beach gathering brings together live BBQ and taco stations, freshly baked pizza, grilled seafood and tropical treats, alongside beach games, live DJ sets and acrobatics. As evening falls, head to our all-day dining restaurant, Horizon, for Legends of the Seven Seas, a festive buffet experience, followed by live Ngoma Ngoma entertainment at Eclipse Pool Bar.

Begin the evening with The Dragon’s Treasure Market, an Asian street food experience with live sushi, fried rice and other Asian-inspired stations prepared before you. Then, head to the beach for Moonlight White Party, inspired by the Pearls of the Indian Ocean, with live DJ music, fire dancers and cocktails beneath the stars. Dress in white and let the night unfold.

Begin the evening at our all-day dining restaurant, Horizon, with The Maharaja’s Treasure, a celebration of Indian flavours accompanied by live saxophone. Later, continue to our Eclipse Pool Bar for an evening of live Taarab music beneath the Zanzibar night.

Enjoy the Mediterranean Treasure Market at Horizon, a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavours, followed by the Jungle of Lost Treasure Party at Spice Garden — a silent disco under the stars with 3 live DJs and 3 music channels.

Raise a glass at The Golden Toast, a pre-countdown cocktail reception on the rooftop, before moving to our all-day dining restaurant, Horizon, for The Global Harbour Feast, an international buffet celebrating flavours from around the world. Continue the evening at Eclipse Pool Bar with a live band as the anticipation for midnight builds.

The Final Treasure Toast starts at Muyuni Beach Cabana with sparkling wine, signature cocktails and gourmet canapés. Then head to the beachfront for The Crown Jewels Banquet, an indulgent evening feast, where live music, dance performances and DJ beats lead into the midnight countdown, a celebratory toast.

Enjoy The Treasure Found Brunch at our all-day dining restaurant, Horizon, with a special brunch selection, mimosas and Bloody Marys, alongside The Crown Jewels Banquet, a lavish buffet, and live acoustic music throughout.

Celebrate the festive season with our Festive Treasure Brunch, accompanied by Santa’s festive appearances around the resort and live Christmas carols throughout brunch. As evening falls, enjoy a Chef’s Special Night with live carving stations, followed by live band entertainment at Eclipse Bar.

Celebrate the New Year Encore with our Festive Treasure Brunch, followed by cocktails on the rooftop as the evening begins. Later, enjoy Chef’s Special Night, a special buffet experience, before heading to Eclipse Bar for DJ beats by the beach.

Festive Moments for the Whole Family

Festive Moments for the Whole Family

Christmas at The Mora is designed to be shared. Younger explorers can enjoy festive activities throughout the resort, from Captain Santa’s arrival by traditional Zanzibar dhow to treasure hunts, celebrations and movies beneath the stars.

New Year’s Eve at The Mora Zanzibar

New Year’s Eve at The Mora Zanzibar

The Grand Treasure Gala

Celebrate the final night of the year by the Indian Ocean. Begin with sparkling wine, signature cocktails and gourmet canapés before continuing with an indulgent beachfront feast, live music, dance performances and DJ beats leading into the midnight countdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear to the festive events?

Some events have a suggested dress code. For example, Beneath the Neon Sea encourages guests to dress in white or neon, while the Moonlight White Party has a white dress code.

Yes. The programme includes several family-focused experiences, including Captain Santa’s arrival, children’s celebrations, The Grand Treasure Hunt and a movie under the stars.

Christmas Eve features The Lost Treasure Map, including festive dining and entertainment. Christmas Day begins with the Festive Treasure Brunch before Captain Santa arrives by traditional Zanzibar dhow, followed by family activities, a treasure hunt and evening dining and entertainment.

New Year’s Eve centres around The Grand Treasure Gala, with cocktails and canapés, a beachfront feast, live entertainment, DJ music and the midnight countdown.

Spend the festive season in Zanzibar

Spend the festive season in Zanzibar

Make this Christmas and New Year one to remember with a festive escape to The Mora Zanzibar.

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