
Pemba Island
Less visited than Zanzibar, offering pristine diving, clove plantations, and authentic island culture.
Highlights
- Pristine Diving
- Clove Plantations
- Authentic Culture
- The Green Island
Best time: June - October
Best for: Pristine Diving, Clove Plantations, Authentic Culture
Pemba Island is less visited than Zanzibar, offering pristine diving, clove plantations, and authentic island culture.
The island's waters are renowned for excellent diving and snorkeling with pristine coral reefs and abundant marine life.
Clove plantations cover much of the island, earning it the nickname 'Green Island' and providing opportunities to learn about spice production.
Pemba's traditional Swahili culture remains largely untouched by mass tourism, offering authentic cultural experiences.
The island's hilly terrain creates beautiful landscapes with spice farms, forests, and stunning coastal views.
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