Pemba Island — Off-the-Beaten-Track

A 4-day safari from $2800

Best for: Experienced divers, eco-travelers, adventure seekers, and privacy lovers.

Looking for a remote, untouched tropical paradise?
Welcome to Pemba Island, Zanzibar’s wild northern sister, a lush, emerald island known for its pristine reefs, thick mangrove forests, and authentic Swahili culture.

Unlike bustling Zanzibar, Pemba remains peaceful and traditional, offering visitors a unique blend of eco-adventure, diving, and cultural discovery. Perfect for those seeking quiet luxury, sustainable tourism, or world-class scuba diving, this 3-night escape invites you to explore Tanzania’s most hidden gem.

Safari Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Pemba
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Fly or take a local boat transfer from Zanzibar or mainland Tanzania to Pemba Airport (Chake Chake).

Meet your guide and transfer to your eco-lodge or boutique beach resort.

Spend the afternoon relaxing by the ocean, exploring nearby fishing villages, or enjoying a sunset walk.

Dinner and overnight in Pemba.

Accommodation

Presidential Villa
Plan Meal: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 – Diving at Misali Island or Ngezi Forest Exploration
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After breakfast, embark on a diving adventure around Misali Island Marine Conservation Area — one of the best diving sites in East Africa, famous for its colorful coral walls, sea turtles, and barracuda schools.

Non-divers can explore Ngezi Forest Reserve, home to rare flying foxes, red colobus monkeys, and ancient trees.

Enjoy a beach picnic lunch before returning to your hotel.

Optional sunset dhow cruise in the evening.

Accommodation

Presidential Villa
Plan Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3 – Cultural Village & Spice Plantation Tour
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Visit a local Pemba village to learn about traditional Swahili life, local crafts, and organic farming.

Tour a Pemba spice plantation — smaller but more authentic than those on Unguja Island.

Afternoon at leisure for snorkeling, kayaking, or spa relaxation.

Overnight at your Pemba resort.

Accommodation

Presidential Villa
Plan Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4 – Departure
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Breakfast at the lodge.

Transfer to Pemba Airport or seaport for your onward journey back to Zanzibar or Arusha.

Plan Meal: Breakfast & Lunch

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