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Pemba Island

Pemba Island

The quiet, green island with world-class diving and clove plantations.

Pemba is Zanzibar's quieter sister island, known for its lush green hills, clove plantations, and some of the best diving in East Africa. It's perfect for travellers seeking tranquility away from the crowds.

Pemba is hillier, greener and far quieter than Zanzibar, with clove plantations, mangroves and some of East Africa's best wall diving.

Seasons in Pemba

September – March

Best diving

Clearer water and calmer seas.

Typical patterns. Wildlife movements follow the rains and vary from year to year.

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Where to stay

Eco-lodges, Dive resorts, Boutique hotels

All lodges and camps

Travel tips

  • Choose Pemba for diving and seclusion rather than nightlife.

Safaris that include Pemba

Aerial view of a Zanzibar beachfront10 days

10 Days Zanzibar Escape

Beaches, culture and island life

  • Private

Stone Town heritage followed by the swimmable beaches of the north coast.

Indicative from US$6,975 ppLuxury as shown · other levels available

Questions about Pemba

How do I get to Pemba?

Short flights from Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam.

Plan your Pemba safari

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