Pemba in Bloom: 5 Days of Pure Bliss on Zanzibar’s Hidden Green Paradise

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Why we love it?

This five-day tour centers on a stay at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa on Pemba Island, offering half-board accommodations that blend international and local flavors in beachfront dining settings. Guests can explore the vibrant marine life and coral reefs during a full-day snorkeling excursion to Misali Island, a site known for its colorful underwater world and historical significance as a former pirate haven. A guided visit to Ngezi Forest Reserve introduces travelers to rare wildlife including the endemic Pemba Red Colobus Monkey, while nearby Vumawimbi Beach provides pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters. The itinerary also includes a dhow sailing experience to Vumawimbi SandBank, where swimming and snorkeling in warm, crystal-clear waters highlight the island’s natural beauty. Throughout the trip, the focus is on a balance of adventure and relaxation, with opportunities to enjoy secluded beaches like Makangale Beach and the peaceful atmosphere of Pemba’s tropical landscapes. This tour suits travelers seeking a combination of nature, culture, and tranquil island living away from crowded destinations.

Inclusions

  • Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour Guide
  • Hotel Accommodations as shown in the package
  • VAT (18% charged by the Government)
  • All excursions shown in this package are part of the itinerary
  • Unlimited Portable Wi-Fi
  • All entrance and service fees are included in the package
  • Mineral Water during the tours
  • Transport Waiting Charge

Exclusions

  • Drinks & Beverages (Champagne, Spirits, Premium Brands and Cigars)
  • Visa fees (US $50 / US $100 for American or Irish Passport holders)
  • Early check-in / late checks-out is subject to availability of rooms
  • Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure
  • Gratuities for Guide (please tip separately)
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Mandatory Inbound Travel Insurance - Visit
  • International Flights

Itinerary

Pickup from Mkoani Sea Port or Wawi Airport

Day 1

Warm Welcome to Pemba Island - The Hidden Paradise with Green Colors - The Trip of Your Lifetime!

  • Upon arrival at Pemba Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional guide and driver, who will assist you with your luggage and escort you to your private vehicle. From the very first moment, you will experience genuine hospitality and attentive service, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your island getaway. You will then enjoy a scenic private transfer to The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa, a luxurious retreat set along pristine shores. Here, you will be accommodated in an elegant Private Beach Villa, thoughtfully designed to offer space, privacy, and direct access to the natural beauty of Pemba’s coastline. Your stay is arranged on a Half Board basis, including daily breakfast and dinner, allowing you to savor exceptional cuisine in a tranquil setting. This first evening provides the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and embrace the peaceful atmosphere, marking a memorable beginning to your unforgettable Pemba experience.Accommodation: Overnight at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa or similar accommodation in a stunning romantic room on a half-board basisMEAL PLAN

    • BREAKFAST

    - Service Style:
    Breakfast is primarily served à la carte, with dishes freshly prepared to order, ensuring quality and personalization. During periods of higher occupancy, a light buffet may also be offered.

    - Menu Inclusions:
    A well-balanced selection including seasonal tropical fruits, freshly squeezed juices, pastries, breads, and a variety of hot dishes such as eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Coffee and tea are included.

    - Cuisine Style:
    The menu reflects a refined blend of local and international flavors, influenced by African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean cuisine, offering both familiar and regional tastes.

    - Timeframe:
    Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed start to the day.

    - Experience:
    Guests dine in a tranquil beachfront setting, complemented by personalized service and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a calm and elegant morning experience.

    • DINNER EXPERIENCE

    - Dining Style:
    Dinner is typically served à la carte, with a focus on freshly prepared dishes. Depending on occupancy or special occasions, set menus or themed dinners may also be offered.

    - Cuisine & Menu:
    A refined selection of seafood, grilled meats, vegetarian options, and international dishes, complemented by locally inspired flavors. The cuisine blends African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean influences, often featuring freshly caught seafood and seasonal ingredients.

    - Beverages:
    A curated selection of wines, cocktails, spirits, and soft drinks is available (usually not included unless on a specific meal plan).

    - Timeframe:
    Dinner is generally served between 07:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

    - Setting & Atmosphere:
    Guests enjoy dinner in a romantic beachfront or ocean-view setting, with a peaceful ambiance enhanced by soft lighting and the natural surroundings of Pemba Island.

    - Experience:
    The focus is on fine dining, personalized service, and a tranquil atmosphere, making dinner at The Aiyana an intimate and memorable culinary experience.

Day 2

Snorkeling at Misali Coral Gardens

  • Morning after breakfast pick up from The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa for [ ]. A must-visit full day for anyone interested in Snorkeling At the Coral Gardens in the Pemba Island. The boat is taken from Wesha sea port, an hour boat drive to reach the Misali island. Misali Island is considered one of the diving paradises of East Africa, if not the world. Among the locals, Misali has religious status as they believe in the past the Prophet Suleiman bin Dawood [King Solomon], visited and used the Island as his prayer mat. Pemba had the central prison for all jinni. Many of them still stay there in the ruins. Also it was once thought of as a safe haven by the pirates of the olden days and it is still believed that the local treasure of the Notorious Pirate Captain Kidd might be awaiting discovery somewhere around here. Beautiful and extensive coral reefs, containing myriad fish and other marine life, surround the island, which hosts a rich inter-tidal ecosystem. The island is part of the Pemba Channel Conservation Area which covers Pemba's entire west coast. After tours, you will be dropped off at your hotel for overnight (HB).Accommodation: Overnight at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa or similar accommodation in a stunning romantic room on a half-board basisMEAL PLAN

    • BREAKFAST

    - Service Style:
    Breakfast is primarily served à la carte, with dishes freshly prepared to order, ensuring quality and personalization. During periods of higher occupancy, a light buffet may also be offered.

    - Menu Inclusions:
    A well-balanced selection including seasonal tropical fruits, freshly squeezed juices, pastries, breads, and a variety of hot dishes such as eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Coffee and tea are included.

    - Cuisine Style:
    The menu reflects a refined blend of local and international flavors, influenced by African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean cuisine, offering both familiar and regional tastes.

    - Timeframe:
    Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed start to the day.

    - Experience:
    Guests dine in a tranquil beachfront setting, complemented by personalized service and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a calm and elegant morning experience.

    • DINNER EXPERIENCE

    - Dining Style:
    Dinner is typically served à la carte, with a focus on freshly prepared dishes. Depending on occupancy or special occasions, set menus or themed dinners may also be offered.

    - Cuisine & Menu:
    A refined selection of seafood, grilled meats, vegetarian options, and international dishes, complemented by locally inspired flavors. The cuisine blends African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean influences, often featuring freshly caught seafood and seasonal ingredients.

    - Beverages:
    A curated selection of wines, cocktails, spirits, and soft drinks is available (usually not included unless on a specific meal plan).

    - Timeframe:
    Dinner is generally served between 07:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

    - Setting & Atmosphere:
    Guests enjoy dinner in a romantic beachfront or ocean-view setting, with a peaceful ambiance enhanced by soft lighting and the natural surroundings of Pemba Island.

    - Experience:
    The focus is on fine dining, personalized service, and a tranquil atmosphere, making dinner at The Aiyana an intimate and memorable culinary experience.

Day 3
  • to Ngezi Forest Reserve

    Morning after breakfast pick up from The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa for [ ]. Come and join our experienced guide for a half day visit to Ngezi Forest Reserve. Ngezi is home to the Pemba Flying Fox - a bat endemic to the island,Hawks, Red Colobus Monkeys, troupes of the Pemba velvet monkey bark and play and an eminent vibe is the thing that you get when strolling around. The forest itself is a protected area. On the east side of the Ngezi peninsula is Vumawimbi Beach, an immaculate beach with miles of white sand flanked by a pristine forest. On the western side is found the “Pango ya Watoro” or the cave of the fugitives.

    Then We board the dhow and then set sail towards [ ], you will do some snorkeling with our guide to see the stunning array of colored corals and tropical fish of the islands. Then hop back on-board and let us sail you away to the sand bank. A Climb aboard a traditionally crafted dhow and sail away to one of the purest white coral sandbanks around the island of Pemba Island. Once there, you will have a chance to swim and snorkel in warm, crystal clear waters. This wonderful excursion is suitable for anyone, from those who wish to completely relax and those who want adventure and excitement. After tours, you will be dropped off at your hotel for overnight (HB).Accommodation: Overnight at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa or similar accommodation in a stunning romantic room on a half-board basisMEAL PLAN

    • BREAKFAST

    - Service Style:
    Breakfast is primarily served à la carte, with dishes freshly prepared to order, ensuring quality and personalization. During periods of higher occupancy, a light buffet may also be offered.

    - Menu Inclusions:
    A well-balanced selection including seasonal tropical fruits, freshly squeezed juices, pastries, breads, and a variety of hot dishes such as eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Coffee and tea are included.

    - Cuisine Style:
    The menu reflects a refined blend of local and international flavors, influenced by African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean cuisine, offering both familiar and regional tastes.

    - Timeframe:
    Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed start to the day.

    - Experience:
    Guests dine in a tranquil beachfront setting, complemented by personalized service and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a calm and elegant morning experience.

    • DINNER EXPERIENCE

    - Dining Style:
    Dinner is typically served à la carte, with a focus on freshly prepared dishes. Depending on occupancy or special occasions, set menus or themed dinners may also be offered.

    - Cuisine & Menu:
    A refined selection of seafood, grilled meats, vegetarian options, and international dishes, complemented by locally inspired flavors. The cuisine blends African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean influences, often featuring freshly caught seafood and seasonal ingredients.

    - Beverages:
    A curated selection of wines, cocktails, spirits, and soft drinks is available (usually not included unless on a specific meal plan).

    - Timeframe:
    Dinner is generally served between 07:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

    - Setting & Atmosphere:
    Guests enjoy dinner in a romantic beachfront or ocean-view setting, with a peaceful ambiance enhanced by soft lighting and the natural surroundings of Pemba Island.

    - Experience:
    The focus is on fine dining, personalized service, and a tranquil atmosphere, making dinner at The Aiyana an intimate and memorable culinary experience.

Day 4
  • Makangale Beach

    Spend your day at leisure at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa, where you can fully immerse yourself in relaxation. Take a refreshing swim in the warm waters, sunbathe on the pristine beach, or simply enjoy the tranquil surroundings of your Private Beach Villa. For a truly idyllic escape, head to Makangale Beach, renowned for its soft white sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters. This untouched stretch of coastline allows for quiet reflection, long walks, and the simple joy of being close to nature. Its peaceful environment is ideal for those seeking privacy, calm, and an authentic island experience far from the crowds. The northern coast of Pemba is home to exotic flora and fauna, adding a touch of natural wonder to your stay. Whether exploring the surrounding landscapes or simply relaxing in a hammock with the gentle sea breeze, every moment here encourages serenity and slow island living.Accommodation: Overnight at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa or similar accommodation in a stunning romantic room on a half-board basisMEAL PLAN

    • BREAKFAST

    - Service Style:
    Breakfast is primarily served à la carte, with dishes freshly prepared to order, ensuring quality and personalization. During periods of higher occupancy, a light buffet may also be offered.

    - Menu Inclusions:
    A well-balanced selection including seasonal tropical fruits, freshly squeezed juices, pastries, breads, and a variety of hot dishes such as eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Coffee and tea are included.

    - Cuisine Style:
    The menu reflects a refined blend of local and international flavors, influenced by African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean cuisine, offering both familiar and regional tastes.

    - Timeframe:
    Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed start to the day.

    - Experience:
    Guests dine in a tranquil beachfront setting, complemented by personalized service and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a calm and elegant morning experience.

    • DINNER EXPERIENCE

    - Dining Style:
    Dinner is typically served à la carte, with a focus on freshly prepared dishes. Depending on occupancy or special occasions, set menus or themed dinners may also be offered.

    - Cuisine & Menu:
    A refined selection of seafood, grilled meats, vegetarian options, and international dishes, complemented by locally inspired flavors. The cuisine blends African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean influences, often featuring freshly caught seafood and seasonal ingredients.

    - Beverages:
    A curated selection of wines, cocktails, spirits, and soft drinks is available (usually not included unless on a specific meal plan).

    - Timeframe:
    Dinner is generally served between 07:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

    - Setting & Atmosphere:
    Guests enjoy dinner in a romantic beachfront or ocean-view setting, with a peaceful ambiance enhanced by soft lighting and the natural surroundings of Pemba Island.

    - Experience:
    The focus is on fine dining, personalized service, and a tranquil atmosphere, making dinner at The Aiyana an intimate and memorable culinary experience.

Day 5

  • Enjoy breakfast at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa before spending some leisure time swimming or relaxing. Take advantage of the hotel’s facilities and soak in the peaceful atmosphere as you prepare for your departure. Whether you choose to lounge by the pool, stroll through the gardens, or simply unwind in your room, the morning is yours to enjoy at your own pace. When it’s time, you’ll be transferred to Pemba Airport based on your flight schedule. Please note that late check-out may be available but could incur an additional charge depending on room availability. This flexible option allows you to make the most of your final hours on the island while ensuring a smooth and comfortable departure.

    MEAL PLAN

    • BREAKFAST

    - Service Style:
    Breakfast is primarily served à la carte, with dishes freshly prepared to order, ensuring quality and personalization. During periods of higher occupancy, a light buffet may also be offered.

    - Menu Inclusions:
    A well-balanced selection including seasonal tropical fruits, freshly squeezed juices, pastries, breads, and a variety of hot dishes such as eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Coffee and tea are included.

    - Cuisine Style:
    The menu reflects a refined blend of local and international flavors, influenced by African, Middle Eastern, and Indian Ocean cuisine, offering both familiar and regional tastes.

    - Timeframe:
    Breakfast is served daily from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM, allowing guests to enjoy a relaxed start to the day.

    - Experience:
    Guests dine in a tranquil beachfront setting, complemented by personalized service and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, creating a calm and elegant morning experience.

Please Note

  • Travel Documents & Entry Requirements
  • Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your travel date. Visa requirements vary by nationality, so please check in advance for entry into Tanzania (Zanzibar).
  • Health & Vaccinations
  • Travelers are advised to check recommended vaccinations prior to arrival. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if traveling from certain countries.
  • Booking & Payment Policy
  • A deposit may be required to secure your reservation, with full payment due prior to arrival. Cancellation and refund policies vary — please review the terms carefully before confirming your booking.
  • Accommodation & Inclusions
  • This package includes accommodation at The Aiyana Beach Resort & Spa or a similar property, in a stunning and romantic room on a half-board basis, including daily breakfast and dinner. Additional services such as lunch, beverages, spa treatments, and premium excursions may incur extra charges.
  • Transfers & Transportation
  • Private airport transfers are included. Please provide your flight details in advance to ensure smooth arrangements.
  • Excursions & Activities
  • visit to , , and are included. Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and light clothing are recommended.
  • Weather & Packing
  • Zanzibar enjoys a tropical climate. Lightweight clothing, swimwear, sunscreen, and insect repellent are essential. Occasional rain showers may occur depending on the season.
  • Special Requests
  • Dietary requirements, celebrations, or special arrangements should be communicated in advance. While every effort will be made to accommodate requests, they cannot always be guaranteed.
  • Travel Insurance (Mandatory Requirement)
  • All travelers visiting Zanzibar are required to obtain issued by the Zanzibar authoritie s prior to arrival. This insurance provides coverage for medical emergencies, accidents, and other travel-related risks during your stay.
  • NOTE:
  • Please note that this mandatory insurance must be purchased separately and is required for entry into Zanzibar. Travelers are also strongly advised to have additional comprehensive travel insurance to cover trip cancellations, delays, personal belongings, and extended medical needs not included in the mandatory policy.

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