Explore this underwater room in Zanzibar

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November 30, 2017 6:00 PM

This amazing place is the most luxurious way to spend time under the ocean, without actually putting on a scuba gear.

The Manta Resort in Zanzibar has come up with an incredible idea. An underwater room!

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To get to this floating suite, visitors take a 2-minute boat ride from the shore. There they are welcomed with lunch upon arrival and are shown around this floating private getaway.

You climb a ladder to the roof of the unit, relax and catch some rays on the rooftop bed. Feeling really brave? You can take a dive into the ocean from this point.

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As you lay on the double bed of your room you can gaze out onto an almost 360-degree view of the deep blue sea. You’re likely to see bat fish, trumpet fish, octopus and more swimming outside the windows.

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The creatures are illuminated by the exterior spotlights for your viewing pleasure, and they also attract the more timid species.

Kayaks, snorkels and fins will be provided as the coral reef underneath the surface is ideal for snorkelling.

Equipped with a bathroom facility, it really has everything you’ll need.

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