Dive or snorkel walls and drop-offs along the Pemba Channel.
A quiet island of clove plantations and small fishing villages.
A chance to see reef sharks, turtles and big schools of fish.
Overview
Pemba is greener and quieter than Zanzibar, with steeper coastlines and famous diving. The Pemba Channel is deep and the reefs are healthy, and only a few boats visit each site.
Divers of all levels are welcome, and snorkellers can join the boat. Read more on Pemba Island.
Tour facts
Difficulty
Easy
Group sizes
Private, Joining safari
Great for
12+
Languages
English, Swahili
Start point
Stone Town
Guest rating
4.8 / 5
Best months to travel
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Fly to PembaPemba Island
A short flight from Zanzibar to Pemba, transfer to your beach lodge and a first briefing.
Day2Diving or snorkelling, day onePemba Island
Two boat dives or snorkel stops on the reef walls of the channel, with lunch on the boat.
Day3Diving or snorkelling, day twoPemba Island
A second day on the water, or a land day exploring a clove plantation and Chake Chake.
Day4Return to ZanzibarPemba Island
A last morning at leisure and a flight back to Zanzibar or a connection onward.
Photos from the trip
What’s included
Accommodation on the board basis named in your quote
Dive or snorkel boat trips as described, with a qualified guide
Tanks and weights for certified divers on the days listed
Airport, ferry or flight transfers as in the itinerary
Marine park fees
Not included
International flights and Tanzania visa
Meals and drinks outside the board basis stated
Optional excursions and water sports not on the itinerary
Tips, personal expenses and travel insurance
Prices by season
Per person in USD, 2026 rates, based on 2 travellers sharing.
Festive season
16 Dec – 31 Dec
$1,195
High season
1 Jun – 31 Oct
$1,040
Shoulder season
1 Jan – 31 Mar
$955
Shoulder season
1 Nov – 15 Dec
$955
Green season
Best value
1 Apr – 31 May
$830
Travelling in a group? You save
Per-person price for the Green season rate.
1 traveller
$1,262
--52%
2 travellers
$830
-0%
3 travellers
$805
-3%
4 travellers
$789
-5%
5 travellers
$772
-7%
6 travellers
$755
-9%
7 travellers
$747
-10%
8 travellers
$739
-11%
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be certified?
Certified divers can dive the channel. Snorkellers can join the boat but the deeper sites are only for divers.
When is the best time for the beach?
The drier months, roughly June to October and December to March, are the most popular. April and May bring heavy rains and lower prices.
Can we add a safari?
Yes. Safari and beach is our most popular combination. Ask us to add three to six days on the mainland before or after your beach stay.
