“Absolut unique experience!”

This place is absolutely unique -- you stay on a beautiful island with just a few more clients and excellent staff. In our case, there was just one couple present. Everything is perfect! Breakfast, lunch & dinner are tasty, snorkeling is excellent and you'll also see plenty of animals on shore, such as the gigantic coconut crabs. The bungalow is wonderful, and overall you feel totally immersed in nature!

“A beautiful island with unique nature, but an overpriced experience with poor food, uncomfortable sleeping conditions an”

The island itself is beautiful and remote, with a stunning night sky, a historic lighthouse and good snorkeling directly from the beach. The boat transfer was well organised. Crabs, snorkeling and the natural setting are genuinely special.

“I would like to thank Vera the amazing manager for taking care of my needs , she is awesome respectful professional real”

It is a very special place the island is beautiful the reef there is amazing.

Best experience on Zanzibar for sure. Expensive for the standard, yes, but money is going to the nature reserve and everything is mindful and thought through. A fantastic getaway for two nights, if you book only one, try to stay until the afternoon to enjoy the snorkeling and other activities.

Bliss, peaceful, exceptional food, staff, and activities

“Peaceful island stay at one with nature.”

This is a remote off grid hotel stay on a marine/island reserve— a peaceful relaxed stay in a basic glamping style beach house. The staff are all wonderfully warm and helpful and the food is a set menu prepared each day. We had a jungle tour where we learned about the medicinal qualities of the plants there and we learned about the large coconut crabs that roam the island. Beautiful coastal walks and snorkelling.

“Best eco friendly resort.”

This is one of the few places that really makes a huge effort on environmental protection, especially marine life. The staff is amazing and very knowledgeable.

“Unique experience.”

The island is amazing: pure relax and nature. Snorkeling is the peak, and the local beach is amazing . Value for money is clearly greater in the overnight stay.

“Un ecocamping con un costo da hotel 5 stelle”

La struttura mi ha chiesto un feedback, che ho inviato via mail. Non ho ricevuto alcun riscontro. Pertanto vi inoltro il testo della loro richiesta e la mia risposta. La mia risposta: I work as a consultant in tourism quality services and marketing for an international hotel company and i am going to write you my honest and free feedback . I will no give you a bad revieew on booking but i want to be cllear with you;: 1-Our 2 nights , 3 adults one banda stay costed us in total 2150 dollars . we paid in euro the same amount and this Is absolutely not correct because The value euro/dollar is calculated the same but euro is much stronger than dollar. 2- the services given for a 5 star hotel and for the price we paid are definitely low, even for an ecological and sustainable accomodation . in the rooms there should be electicity enough to charge our telephone, should be a good wifi connection every where expecialky in bandas ( sky link satellite web signal would be perfect solution ) Should be given at least 2 towels per guest Should be an hairdrier Should be more privacy having a key- closable door in every banda entrance - should be only white color towels and bed sheet for a guarantee of hygiene - should be solar little lights for night walking from restaurant to bandas - as you have a sustainable filosophy , in the beach and on the island should not be absolutely no trace of waste or plastic. You should clean every day very precisely. I noticed many workers on the island doing nothing . They should work in their working hours instead of sitting in the shadow ( you could put cameras so you can control control your staff.) - most of your guests come to see the reef , the fishes and little sharks ,so there often should be a snorkeling guide to enter in the water also from the beach , for safety surveillance and to show whats underwater. There should be a possibility to have payment private guide if desired by guests . - food offer is really basic.

“This place is paradise and I miss it deeply already ❤️”

This place is magical!! BRING REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN (and extra to leave there for others) AND RED LIGHT HEADLAMP! Stay two nights or do an overnight and a full day the next day, that’s what I did. Everyone was wishing they had more time! Also you can bring some cool marine or conservation books to leave there and maybe exchange for one of theirs if yours is on par. The staff are so friendly and kind hearted and it’s just such a cool getaway from society and “the real world” back to what truly is the real world. It was so nice to be in tune with nature and to see you can really live in true comfort, beauty, and even luxury without having to destroy the earth to do so. The bungalows were so comfortable and the sound of the waves all night. I think it would be great for them to do a bit more education on how all of their conservation works but I understand it’s a short stay for many people and also maybe not everyone would love just being there to be in class haha. NOTE: when I was there I really wanted to Snorkle more and so I just asked to borrow the gear and you can do so on your own (if this still stands true) but just be careful and make sure to get up on your belly once you’re in a couple feet of water so you don’t step on and damage any more reef or creatures.

Wow, words can not even express. The staff is highly professional, the island is absolutely incredible. We especially enjoyed the feeling of like being on an uninhabited island but with the staff always there for us. The kitchen is insanely good and the sunset and overall vibe were sensational. We got to see dolphins, a shark and the incredible coral reef. There are thousands of crabs running around the island so watch your step. At night you get to see the giant coconut crabs which the staff feeds on the island. God bless you guys for your work!

“Pole Pole with the natural things ..”

Wonderful breakfast, everything fresh, facing a beautiful sea and a magical place full of energy. The staff coordinated by Vera are sensational and always attentive to help with everything. A place for those who like nature and healthy coexistence, go running. You will hear three sounds all day long: the sea, the birds and Allah, and every hour you will be very thankful for being there.

A non profit organization, doing wonderful job of keeping nature safe and educating people. The most amazing experience was the coconut crabs, I wasn't even aware of their existence in the world and they are huge and amazing(and scary at first). Beautiful island, never saw so many kinds of crabs in my life. Defenatly a unique and worth wile experience. Snorkeling was also great amazing big divers corals. Even saw turtles and black tip sharks. Staff is lovely, organized and candle lite secluded dinner for each couple....

“Castaway on a remote island paradise”

We loved the friendliness and reassurance that Vera and her staff showed us. The guides were knowledgeable and are doing a wonderful job protecting this very special place and promoting the need for conservation.

“Simply the best”

The best place I’ve ever been. If you love nature, quality fresh food, education, tranquility and amazing snorkelling then book this place without hesitation

One of the perfect places for nature lovers. Quiet, peaceful, ideal to disconnect from the "real" world

“We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed every part of this beautiful island!”

Our lodge under the lighthouse and stars, the beautiful nature and birds, crabs, activities, delicious food and hospitality of the staff. It was very interesting to talk to the manager and learn more about the environment, research and protection of the reef. Good luck with your good work!

“A Great Blend of Nature, Comfort, and Personalised Care”

Chumbe Island truly exceeded our expectations! The staff couldn't have been more welcoming, creating a family-like atmosphere from the get-go. They even arranged private activities to accommodate my sight impairment, which was incredibly thoughtful. From night-time coconut crab walks to snorkeling and forest tours, every experience was memorable. The dining on the island was top-notch, and the $50 massage was the cherry on top. Our room came with 2 hammocks outside, perfect for dozing off after lunch under the serene sky. What really impressed us was the island's commitment to sustainability. The eco-friendly bungalows powered by solar energy showed their genuine care for the environment. A special thanks to Margrethe and Jumma for sharing some fun times playing Bao after dinner. Those personal touches made our stay even more memorable. Chumbe Island is the perfect blend of hospitality, sustainability, and relaxation. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a meaningful getaway.

“Imagine an island as mysterious and pristine as the Galapagos, but private! A coral paradise.”

This is an exceptional place-- like they say, it's the closest you can come to living like a castaway while still maintaining comfort. Imagine an island as mysterious as the Galapagos, but private! A true eco-lodge, you know when you're coming here you are protecting one of the most pristine marine environments in East Africa. Snorkeling here is among the best in the world, because the coral formations are healthy and spectacular. Swam with black tip reef sharks between purple, blue, and yellow coral heads big as houses. At night, the forest walk among the giant coconut crabs is as surreal as anything in Life of Pi! It's the perfect complement to a high end safari in one of the Maasai conservancies. The staff are also exceptional, especially the island manager Vera.

“Gorgeous island and amazing stay at the eco resort (if a bit overpriced)”

Chumbe island and its surrounding water wildlife are exceptional places of beauty. It feels like a very exclusive experience given the small amount of guests that can stay on the island overnight. We stayed for 3 nights over the New Year's holiday, and did really love the remote feel to our stay there. We also loved the food cooked for us every breakfast, lunch and dinner - everything so fresh and healthy and tasty. Also it's amazing that Chumbe is a not for profit resort, and so all proceeds go towards preserving the natural beauty of the island and its surrounding waters.