Fundu Lagoon


Fundu Lagoon is on Pemba Island, which is part of the Zanzibar archipelago and lies to the north of its larger, better known sister island, Unguja (Zanzibar). Unlike Unguja, which is flat and sandy, Pemba's terrain is hilly, fertile and heavily vegetated. The hotel is situated on a remote and beautiful beach on the south western side of Pemba, and is only accessible by boat. Fundu is the epitome of a "bare foot paradise" with a distinct Robinson Crusoe air in a remote and peaceful location. It is a place for guests to relax and unwind in casual, yet stylish surroundings.

Location

The main means of visiting Pemba Island are by light aircraft charter or schedule flight. There is also a ferry service but this is not always reliable. The airport is Chake Chake in the centre of the island, and the main port used by the ferry service is Mkoani in the south-west. After arriving at the airport there is a 30 minute vehicle ride to Mkoani Port on a bitumen road. Fundu Lagoon then provides a private speedboat service (20-25 minutes) from Mkoani Port to Fundu Lagoon. There is no useable road access.

Highlights

  • Sailing in a traditional dhow.
  • Misali Snorkeling Tours.
  • Dolphin Safaris.
  • Pemba's tranquil surroundings have a unique underwater experience difficult to find anywhere else in the world, gifted with a remarkable variety of untouched snorkeling & dive sites rarely visited by any other boats, including beautiful reefs, deep walls & wrecks all being patrolled by an amazing density of marine life and breathtaking fields of corals.

Facilities

Facilities available at Fundu Lagoon include:

  • Infinity Pool
  • Spa Treatment Room
  • Open Sided Restaurant
  • 3 Bars
  • Yoga Platform
  • Satellite TV Room
  • Laundry & Game Balcony

Activities

Activities available at Fundu Lagoon include trips to nearby Misali Island with a pristine beach and superb snorkelling and diving. Dhow sunset cruises, canoe safaris through the mangroves, sailing trips on a 30' catamaran or in the canoes of the local fishermen are also available. Excursions around Pemba Island can also be organised with some advanced notice. Candlelit beach dinners can also be arranged as can activities such as game fishing; private sunset cruises; dive courses and many more

Meal Basis

Normally All Inclusive.

Child Policy

Children who are over the age of 12 years – are welcomed

Accommodation

Fundu Lagoon offers 16 en suite rooms, consisting of canvas tents set under makuti (thatch) roofs on wooden decks, all with views over the sea. The rooms are equipped with large double or twin beds, mosquito nets, ceiling and standing fans, and indoor and outdoor seating areas.

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Customer Review

Holiday to Botswana and Zimbabwe during May 2011

Zimbabwe Review

Seeing only Victoria Falls (the town and the falls) doesn't tell a traveler much about the country itself. The town is not at all representative of the rest of the country. While the falls themselves are well worth seeing, the political oppression that has racked the country and ruined its economy...

Rated... 3stars

Signed:

Hal Thurston, Bellingham, WA, USA

Zanzibar Factfile

Timezone:
EAT (UTC+3)
Language:
English, Swahili
Currency:
Zanzibarn Shilling
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
9 hours from Europe
Visas:
Required, call for info