Chumbe Island Coral Park

Accomodation

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.

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

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
No parking available.
Pets are not allowed.
Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Facilities

Restaurant, Non-smoking rooms, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Internet services, Safety deposit box, Massage, Snorkelling, Luggage storage, WiFi, Free WiFi, Designated smoking area, Private beach area, Shuttle service (additional charge), Special diet menus (on request), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Beachfront, Daily housekeeping, Board games/puzzles, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Coffee house on site, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Outdoor furniture, Beach, Shuttle service, Walking tours, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Physical distancing in dining areas, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available