Pemba Island: The Green Island

Overview

Escape the crowds and discover the untouched beauty of Pemba Island, affectionately known as “The Green Island” (Al Jazeera Al Khadra). Unlike its busier neighbor, Zanzibar, Pemba offers a raw, authentic, and “uncensored” coastal experience. With Uncensored Tours and Safari Limited, you will explore a land of rolling emerald hills, ancient clove plantations, and some of the most pristine coral reefs in the Indian Ocean. This is the ultimate destination for divers, honeymooners, and travelers seeking true serenity.

Description

Pemba Island is a sensory masterpiece. It produces 70% of the world’s cloves, and the scent of spice often lingers in the air. The island is famous for its deep-sea diving, with vertical walls that drop into the turquoise abyss of the Pemba Channel. On land, you will find the rare Ngezi Forest, a prehistoric rainforest home to the endemic Pemba Flying Fox. Whether you are kayaking through dense mangrove channels, relaxing on the secluded white sands of Misali Island, or exploring the ancient ruins of Chwaka, Pemba offers a tranquil rhythm that feels worlds away from the modern grid.

✅ Included

  • Included in this package:

    • Accommodation: Luxury eco-lodge or beachfront boutique resort stays.

    • Meals: Half-board or Full-board (fresh seafood and spice-infused Swahili cuisine).

    • Transfers: Return airport transfers on Pemba Island.

    • Local Guide: Dedicated local expert for all village and forest excursions.

    • Activities: Guided tour of the clove plantations and the Ngezi Forest.

    • Boat Trip: Private boat excursion to Misali Island for snorkeling.

❌ Excluded

  • Flights: International flights and domestic flights from Arusha/Zanzibar to Pemba.

    • Diving: Scuba diving equipment and PADI certification fees (available on request).

    • Visas: Tanzania/Zanzibar entry visas.

    • Gratuities: Tips for hotel staff and boat captains.

    • Personal Expenses: Laundry, spa treatments, and alcoholic beverages.

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Pristine Marine Exploration

Dive into the vertical walls of the Pemba Channel or snorkel the vibrant reefs of Misali Island. These protected waters host over 300 species of fish and some of the healthiest coral gardens in East Africa.

Rainforest & Rare Wildlife Trekking

Journey through the prehistoric Ngezi Forest to encounter the endemic Pemba Flying Fox and rare bird species. It is a lush, emerald sanctuary that offers a glimpse into the island's ancient, untouched natural history.

Cultural & Spice Heritage Tours

Explore 11th-century Swahili ruins at Ras Mkumbuu and visit aromatic clove plantations that define the island’s soul. Learn why Pemba remains the world’s leading spice exporter while walking through centuries of history.

Coastal Adventure & Hidden Sands

Sail a traditional Ngalawa to disappearing sandbanks or kayak through deep, mysterious mangrove channels. From the secluded white sands of Vumawimbi Beach to the deep-sea fishing grounds, the coast is a playground for explorers.