Chumbe Island Coral Park

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.8

Property highlights

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About this property

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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

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

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • 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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2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 extra-large double beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Marina
Israel Israel
“Wow, words can not even express. The staff is highly professional, the island is absolutely incredible. We especially enjoyed the feeling of like being on an uninhabited island but with the staff always there for us. The kitchen is insanely good...”
Claudio
Brazil Brazil
“Wonderful breakfast, everything fresh, facing a beautiful sea and a magical place full of energy. The staff coordinated by Vera are sensational and always attentive to help with everything. A place for those who like nature and healthy...”
Ayala
Israel Israel
“A non profit organization, doing wonderful job of keeping nature safe and educating people. The most amazing experience was the coconut crabs, I wasn't even aware of their existence in the world and they are huge and amazing(and scary at first)....”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved the friendliness and reassurance that Vera and her staff showed us. The guides were knowledgeable and are doing a wonderful job protecting this very special place and promoting the need for conservation.”
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...”

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 09:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 08:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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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.