Chumbe Island

Chumbe Island, neighboring Zanzibar
Chumbe Island is an idyllic tropical island located about 6 km west of the large island of Zanzibar and about 30 km from the Tanzanian coast, in East Africa. A 45-minute boat ride from Stone Town takes you to this magical little island where hospitality is not just a way of doing business, but a way of life!
Chumbe Island is a small private island, known for its ecological innovation and exceptional coral reefs. This island has rare wildlife, a visitor and education center, an eco-lodge and historical monuments.

The lodge
During your visit to Chumbe Island, you will stay in one of the 7 eco-bungalows, perfectly integrated with the surrounding nature and located between the beach and the forest.
Each bungalow is equipped with queen-size beds in the sleeping area under the thatched palm roof, a separate bathroom (with shower, sink and composting toilet), a large living room equipped with handmade furniture and decorated with African art, colorful fabrics, and a very comfortable hammock. Rainwater harvesting, composting toilets and solar energy were the basis for the construction of these bungalows.

Activities on Chumbe Island
Here are the main activities you can do during your visit to the island: