Traditional Eco-Bungalow in a private marine reserve
Zanzibar,
Entire home in a Bungalow
Your impact host isMasoud
About your accomodation
Our eco-bungalows are inspired by traditional African designs and are completely self-sufficient open structures, which allow you to experience nature, without negatively impacting it.
Our Seaview Bungalows are two storey and are just a few steps away from the ocean.They feature a living room downstairs equipped with handmade furniture and African art, a hammock for lounging through the day, and an en-suite bathroom with hot water rain shower.The king size bed on the second floor sleeping platform benefits from a stunning view out to the pristine nature of Chumbe...
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Explore
Discover authentic places apart from mass tourism

Support
Your trip directly funds the local projects

Sustain
Strengthen communities & ecosystems
Get to know the project and the host

Masoud
5 Years our partner
Hi, I'm Masoud and I’ll be happy to host you during your stay!
Chumbe Island is an internationally acclaimed conservation area, hosting a fully protected coral reef sanctuary and closed forest reserve. As a not-for-profit enterprise, the revenue generated by eco-tourism on the island funds all conservation management and Chumbe’s extensive environmental education programmes with local schools and communities.
Operational for more than 25 years, Chumbe Island is the world’s first financially self-sustaining marine protected area. Chumbe’s seven bungalows have been built in a unique eco design, ensuring close to zero impact on the environment.
Chumbe's 55.1ha marine protected area and forest
Activities
Chumbe is a privately protected area, which offers its guests a tropical island experience in harmony in nature, where you can learn all about the pristine environment.
You can climb the iconic historic Chumbe lighthouse and enjoy a breathtaking view over the forest and marine park! Further, we offer activities, …
Offerings
- Close to beach
- Close to nature
- Electricity
Location
How to get there
Chumbe Island Coral Park is located off the west coast of Zanzibar. You will reach Chumbe island from Zanzibar with one of the daily boat connections. The boat ride takes about 45 minutes according to the weather and is conducted by a local boat operator.
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