Upendo Journal

Stories and perspectives from Upendo, exploring Zanzibar through the contrasting landscapes of Stone Town and Michamvi. Our journal shares the rhythm of the island, local discoveries and moments that shape the Upendo experience.

From Stone to Shore

April 17, 2026

Stone Town and Michamvi reveal two distinct sides of Zanzibar. Between the historic streets of Stone Town and the quiet shoreline of Michamvi on the island’s east coast, an Upendo stay unfolds through cultural immersion and coastal calm.