Chumbe Island Coral Park

Unique resort completely dedicated to sustainable way of living and spending holiday. Very few numbers of guests creates a very calm and relaxed environment. Snorkeling trips, forest walks including guiding about the biological development of the island. In the evening excursion walk to view the coconut crabs. Two floors guest houses with natural AC by open sidewalls and a feeling of sleeping outdoor. Evening discussions with research people from the sustainability areas of Zanzibar university, experts in how the islands eco system is developing. All in all a unique experience.

Chumbe Island was an amazing place to go for a vacation. The facilities are incredible with stunning sea views. At the island guided snorkeling tours and forest walks are included and are just amazing. The coral reef is just outside the beach and you can go snorkeling on your own in between the guided tours. The ecotourism experience was just amazing and the way the manage the island is very nice.

Chumbe is a pretty coral island whose protected reef like all others has suffered but offered us multitudes of fish, reef shark, turtle, rays and much more. Despite offering day trips, staying overnight to get a 6AM snorkel in and experience the nightly coconut crab visit is well worth it. Terrific caring staff, lovely food, a pretty island to relax on and only a few huts so it’s not crowded. Conservation is king, so prepare for a little rustic - pumping your own water for a shower, two scoops down the loo and WiFi only at the main building - but that is what makes it special.

I went to Chumbe Island with my husband and my daughter and it was an amazing experience for all of us. We loved everything: the kindness and friendliness of the staff, the special accomodation in the eco-friendly and charming bandas, the wonderful sea, the snorkeling - probably the best you can find in Zanzibar, the great quality of the food. The coral reef is exceptionally well preserved and the island has a beautiful forest with a charming lighthouse. The night walk to see the giant coconut crabs was also an impressive experience. We had a truly unique experience of deep immersion in the nature, in an oasis of peace and beauty, far away from the conventional tourism, living the real-life experience of being in a wilderness retreat. Chumbe island was the highlight of our holiday in Zanzibar and we plan to go again in the future. Thank you for your passionate dedication and hospitality!

An experience like no other - living on an island jewel in the Indian Ocean for a few days - utterly peaceful and wonderful experience. Staff awesome - even learnt how to play bao ! Just so magical. Arrive by boat from Zanzibar main island and turn off and relax. Even the land crabs arent that scary!

The bungalow with the sea view was incredible; it truly made us feel like Robinson Crusoe. The activities offered were enjoyable, particularly the night walk and the giant crabs. If possible, we suggest staying for two nights. While the food was good, a more "gastronomic" touch would make the experience perfect.