Pemba

Pemba Island

Pemba Island lies 80km north of Unguja and remains one of the Indian Ocean’s best-kept secrets. Where Zanzibar buzzes with tourism, Pemba offers a quieter, more authentic experience—lush green hills, ancient clove plantations, traditional fishing villages, and some of the finest and most dramatic diving in East Africa.

Highlights

Lush green hills and ancient clove plantations — 'The Green Island'
Traditional Swahili fishing villages—authentic cultural encounters
Pristine, uncrowded beaches—often entirely to yourself
Ngezi Forest Reserve — rare Pemba flying fox and endemic birds
Mesali Island — snorkelling paradise in a marine sanctuary
Less than 5% of Zanzibar's visitors make it to Pemba
World-class scuba diving — dramatic walls, strong currents, abundant marine life

Island at a Glance

Location

80km north of Unguja (Zanzibar Island)

Best Time

October–March for diving; June–October for general travel

Best For

World-class wall diving, clove production

Atmosphere

Quiet, authentic, off-the-beaten-track

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