Pemba island is the best destination for those seeking a beach holiday away from mass tourism, in an unspoiled place to enjoy nature and relax, perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries or just for anyone who can afford. Pemba, with its quite beaches and lush vegetation, is one of the most beautiful islands in Africa and still very quite.

What can I do to Pemba?

You can experience different excursions for snorkeling and diving in its crystal clear waters that offer excellent visibility up to 50 m deep. The small island of Misali, within Pemba Channel Conservation Area, is part of the marine park and is home to thousands of marine turtles that arrive on the island to breed and nest. The Ngezi-Vumawimbi Forest Nature Reserve (or Ngezi Rain Forest) is a lush paradise where there are unique plant and animal species in the world, like the Vervet Monkey and the Blue Duiker (a small African antelope) and the ” Flying Fox “, a special endemic bat. The reserve is an excellent site for bird watching.

Where can i stay in Pemba?

On the island of Pemba there are several upscale resort where you can spend a dream holiday. My favorites are the Manta Lodge where you can spend a night in the underwater room lull between the Indian ocean waves and observe marine life next to your bed, a unique experience in the world, and Fundu Lagoon voted as the best Africa Marine Safaro Property.

How can I organize a beach holiday in Pemba?

You have to land Dar Es Salaam international airport and organize the rest of the holiday with a local tour operator like Savannah Explorers who will arrange for the transfer to the domestic airport, domestic flights, transfers and beach resort in Pemba. The sea in Pemba can be combined with “Fly-In” safari in Selous Game Reserve or some days on safari through Serengeti and Ngorongoro parks in the Northern circuit.