Fundu Lagoon
My Safari
Fundu Lagoon is located on Pemba Island, which is part of the Zanzibar Archipelago, lying around 80 km to the north-east of the main island.
Its 18 rooms consist of canvas tents set under thatch roofs on wooden decking, all of which have views over the sea. Two are suites with private decking and plunge pool, with a further four superior versions of the same.
The living quarters are connected to the main buldings by wooden walkways or paths through indigenous forest. The hotel boasts three bars, one of which is situated a third the way along a long jetty, stretching way out to sea.
Although the hotel's own beach doesn't really support swimming, trips can be arranged to the nearby Misali beach. There is a fully equipped dive centre, and dhow cruises, canoe explorations through the mangroves and catamaran sailing trips are available.
We always encourage our Africa guests to try to meet with the (genuine - not tourist dominated) local population, and this can be particularly rewarding on this very friendly island.
Accommodation:
18 rooms, including 6 suites with private plunge pools (recommended by preference).
Child Policy:
Children must be over 12 years old.
Availability:
Closed between mid-April and mid-June.
Additional Costs:
Prices quoted are for full board. Airport transfers $40 per person one way.
Technology:
Intermittent mobile phone reception. Internet, telephone and fax service available, at a small cost.
Other:
Access to Fundu Lagoon is either by ferry service from the mainland (which can be a bit unreliable), or by air into the island's Chake Chake airport, followed by a road transfer and then a brief speedboat connection (there is no direct road access). Scheduled flights take place direct from both Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam, and it is also possible to charter.
There's quite a lot to do at Fundu Lagoon (considering it is largely a honeymoon destination). In addtion to its own spa, the hotel offers a local spice tour, village visit, game fishing and dolphin safaris, in addition to quite intensive (but not cheap) PADI diving courses.
