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Chumbe Island is a fully protected private island, off the coast of Zanzibar, home to a stunning Coral Reef Sanctuary and Forest Reserve that is entirely funded through ecotourism revenue. You will be accommodated in one of Chumbe Island's seven stunning solar-powered eco-bungalows, perfectly blended with the surrounding nature and situated between the beach and the forest. Each bungalow is equipped with a king-size bed on a sleeping platform under a palm-thatched roof (twins and triple beds can be provided by arrangement), a living room equipped with handmade furniture and decorated with African art, colorful fabrics, and a very comfortable bed-style hammock, and a self-contained bathroom (with shower, wash basin, and high-specification composting toilet). Chumbe Island has a Visitor and Education centre and activities in the park include snorkeling, nature trails and historical ruins such as the old lighthouse. All overnights on Chumbe Island are full board (excluding alcoholic beverages). The island is accessed via a boat transfer from Mbweni, approximately 6 km from Stone Town.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Activities:

    • Snorkelling

    • Private beach area

    • Beachfront


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Benjamin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The best place I’ve ever been. If you love nature, quality fresh food, education, tranquility and amazing snorkelling then book this place without hesitation
  • Shotocris
    Romania Romania
    One of the perfect places for nature lovers. Quiet, peaceful, ideal to disconnect from the "real" world
  • William
    United States United States
    This is an exceptional place-- like they say, it's the closest you can come to living like a castaway while still maintaining comfort. Imagine an island as mysterious as the Galapagos, but private! A true eco-lodge, you know when you're coming...
  • Anna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Chumbe island and its surrounding water wildlife are exceptional places of beauty. It feels like a very exclusive experience given the small amount of guests that can stay on the island overnight. We stayed for 3 nights over the New Year's...
  • Samuel
    Germany Germany
    The place is located on a private island near to the shore of Sansibar. As there are only 7 cabins and at maximum there can stay not more than 20 people the feeling is calm and very relaxing. The staff is very kindly and give there best that the...
  • Gabriella
    Australia Australia
    I stayed at Chumbe for 3 nights as a solo traveller and it was the best choice. Firstly, the staff were amazing, special call outs to Chaga, Munir and Vera, and made the whole stay so enjoyable. The food was plentiful and tasty. The snorkelling...
  • F
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional place and team, the island is beautiful and sacred. The team are so wonderful. Stayed there six nights and could've stayed more . Most of all the sustainability and ethics of the place is world class and leading in eco tourism. It's a...
  • Alban
    France France
    Amazing Localisation Full experience of the wild life (coconut crabe walk by night and visit of the dry forest included) Two sessions of Snorkeling (shark, turtle)
  • Cariska
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautuful island! It's worth the money because they value the environment and they teach the locals how to take care of the land, the sea, the animals and the planet. Very good and sympathetic. And apart from that: you have a wonderful time...
  • Ebony:)
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Paradise. The food was delicious, the room was amazing, they stay true to their eco values, the crabs are gorgeous. It's a whole other world. Once in a lifetime experience. We loved that on our way back to Zanzibar our boat stopped to talk with...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Chumbe Island Coral Park
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area

Room Amenities

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Wellness

  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 09:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 08:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the rate includes: -Full board meals -Boat transport to and from the island on the regular morning transfer* -Guided snorkelling with the use of provided equipment by the lodge -A guided forest walk and coconut crab walk in the evening (weather and tide permitting) *The boat transfer to Chumbe Island leaves from Jungle Paradise Hotel, 6 km from of Stone Town. Departure Time is strictly 10:00 am. On your return day, boat departure time from the island is at 09:00. Private boat transfers outside of the scheduled time are USD 75 for the boat. The latest a boat can depart to the island is 16:30. Kindly note that at low tide guests need to walk through the inter tidal area to the boat.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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