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A Pioneer in Global Marine Eco-Preservation

Chumbe Island

An award-winning private sanctuary safeguarding a pristine shallow coral reef reserve, a rare coral-rag forest, and state-of-the-art sustainable eco-bungalows.

RESERVE DESIGNATION UN-RECOGNIZED MARINE PARK
CORAL MATRIX 90% OF ZANZIBAR GENERA
SUSTAINABILITY 100% ECO-ARCHITECTED
VISITATION LIMIT EXCLUSIVE LOW-IMPACT DESCENT
Conservation Oasis

Zanzibar's World-Leading Model for Eco-Tourism

Situated less than 13 kilometers southwest of Stone Town, Chumbe Island Coral Park is a highly celebrated private nature reserve. Established in 1994 as the first privately managed marine protected area in the world, this small coral-rag island funding system strictly preserves a highly dense reef sanctuary and an ancient forest habitat free from commercial impact.

Vibrant shallow coral reef gardens with exceptional underwater visibility at Chumbe Island Zanzibar
SANCTUARY REEF FLOOR
Pristine Snorkeling

The Masterpiece Shallow Coral Gardens

Because scuba diving is strictly prohibited to prevent physical reef damage, Chumbe is explored entirely by low-impact snorkeling. The highly protected, shallow reef sanctuary boasts over 200 species of pristine hard corals and more than 400 species of fish. Float effortlessly over colorful giant clams, hawksbill turtles, and bustling schools of reef life in crystal-clear water.

Guided Reef Snorkeling led by Specialist Marine Biologists A Highly Monitored, Protected Breeding Grounds for Pelagic Fish
Eco friendly structural design of thatch roof bungalows and historic lighthouse tower on Chumbe Island
ECO-BUNGALOW CANOPY
Sustainable Architecture

The Masterpiece Zero-Impact Eco-Bungalows

The island's limited eco-bungalows are stunning triumphs of state-of-the-art sustainable engineering. Featuring vaulted thatch roofs designed to catch the sea breeze, each structure operates with a zero-footprint loop. They collect rainwater through filtration systems, utilize solar power for energy, and feature vegetative greywater filters to protect the surrounding reef chemistry.

Open-Air, High-Privacy Sustainable Oceanfront Bungalows State-of-the-Art Rainwater Harvesting and Solar Loops
Lush green paths winding through the dense coral rag forest trails on Chumbe Island
CORAL RAG FOREST BLOCK
Terrestrial Eco-Safaris

Coconut Crabs and the Historic Lighthouse

Take a guided nature walk along shaded trails cutting through the island's rare, closed coral-rag forest reserve. Spot the endangered Aders' duiker antelope, a variety of unique birds, and massive, nocturnal Coconut Crabs—the largest land-living arthropods on Earth. End your walk by touring the historic, still-functional lighthouse constructed by the British in 1904.

Track the World's Largest Population of Giant Coconut Crabs Panoramic Views of the Archipelago from the 1904 Lighthouse Peak
Tailor-Made Conservation Planning

Design Your Private Chumbe Island Experience

Connect with our expert safari consultants to secure an exclusive overnight escape or private day-trip package to Chumbe Island, perfectly integrated with your Zanzibar vacation or mainland tracking loops.

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