Chake Chake is located in the middle of Pemba island about 15 minutes’ drive from Karume Airport and it is situated on a hill with a view on the bay where the tides determine when a dhow can enter the harbour. It is some few kilometers from the only airport on the island, Karume Airport, and is well served with banks, post office, hospitals and other essential services. Chake Chake is an unoffici…
The island of Pemba has a unique culture that makes tourism here a rich and multicultural experience. Pemba is famous for it’s tranquil life where reliving bygone days is the style. Most of the residents are fisherman although there are also some small farmers. Typical activities include fishing, food gathering, artisanship and businesses. You will enjoy seafood and locally grown fruits and root…
The dense and wonderfully lush forest at Ngezi is one of the last remaining areas of primary forest that once covered western Pemba. It’s notable in that it resembles the highland rainforests of East Africa more than the lowland forests found on Zanzibar. The 1476-hectare reserve is a true double canopy with an upper layer of mgulele, mwavi, mtondoo and mvule trees towering up to 40m high with li…
Pemba’s only endemic mammal is a large and critically endangered bat (Pteropus voeltzkowi) called “popo” in Swahili. They spend their days in trees rather than caves and the island’s biggest roosting site, home to some 4000 bats, is at Kidike Sanctuary about 10km northeast of Chake Chake. There's a large population here due to the proximity of a local burial site, which meant the colony was undis…
There are so many Spice Farms on the island once you have visited the spice farm, our experienced professional tour guide or the owner shows you around his farm and informs you of all the secrets that these spices hold. 80% of the nice, shape, clove in world harvest comes out of Pemba Island. This tour will take you to some of the most interesting Pemba's clove and spice plantations.
Embark on a 7-day journey to Pemba Island, a hidden gem of the Zanzibar Archipelago, staying at Pemba Paradise on a Half Board basis. Explore untouched beaches, vibrant coral reefs, lush spice farms, and immerse yourself in rich Swahili culture. Spot the unique Pemba Flying Fox, explore Chake Chake City, visit spice farms and the Wawi oil distillery, and enjoy local seafood. Discover Ole Village,…