3 Days Flying Fox Tour to Pemba Island
Overview
Experience the wild and cultural beauty of Pemba Island on this immersive 3 Days Flying Fox Tour . Watch the spectacular Pemba flying foxes in their natural forest home, then unwind at the charming Gecko Nature Lodge. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Misali Island, rich in coral reefs and rare marine life. On your final day, explore the historic town of Chake Chake, visit cultural landmarks, and enjoy local shopping before your departure. A perfect mix of nature, culture, and coastal serenity.
- Witness Africa’s largest fruit bats at Kidike Flying Fox Forest
- Snorkel and relax on the stunning, coral-rich Misali Island
- Spot rare wildlife like coconut crabs and nesting sea turtles
- Explore Chake Chake town’s history, from old forts to the slave port
- Enjoy village life, local cuisine, and time for souvenir shopping
Itinerary
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Arrival Time in Pemba Island: 08h00 - 14h30. Tour Duration: 30 Mins. Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast. Accommodation: Gecko Nature Lodge
After meet and greet at Pemba Airport we drive to kidike Flying Fox Forest to watch the friendly bates of Pemba – Gigantic fruit bates indigenous to Pemba Island which gives visitors a great opportunity to see these creatures up close. Gathering in a mixed-sex groups of up to 850 individuals to roost, the Pemba flying fox creates quite a spectacle. These are the Africa’s largest bat species, a type of fruit bat with a wing span of up to 70cm and can weigh in at around half a kilo. We will spend between 45 minutes to 1 hour before we drive to the Resort for a one-night accommodation at Gecko Nature Lodge. The Lodge is located at Makangale Village, one of the most beautiful villages in the northern part of the Island, and is close to the historic Kigomasha Tower, lovely sandbanks on the sea, wonderful fishing grounds, spectacular dives sites, local spiritual caves, Ngezi rain forest and Vumawimbi Beach - The longest white sand beach in East Africa. Facilities of the Lodge include a sea facing restaurant which caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in-house bar serving both hard and soft drinks, and Wi-Fi connection in most of the time. Swimming pool and Dive center are also part of the Hotel Facilities. Each room has an ensuite bathroom, deposit safe, mosquito net, fan, a king-sized bed and A/C in Deluxe rooms. Dinner and stay overnight on bed and breakfast basis.
After meet and greet at Pemba Airport we drive to kidike Flying Fox Forest to watch the friendly bates of Pemba – Gigantic fruit bates indigenous to Pemba Island which gives visitors a great opportunity to see these creatures up close. Gathering in a mixed-sex groups of up to 850 individuals to roost, the Pemba flying fox creates quite a spectacle. These are the Africa’s largest bat species, a type of fruit bat with a wing span of up to 70cm and can weigh in at around half a kilo. We will spend between 45 minutes to 1 hour before we drive to the Resort for a one-night accommodation at Gecko Nature Lodge. The Lodge is located at Makangale Village, one of the most beautiful villages in the northern part of the Island, and is close to the historic Kigomasha Tower, lovely sandbanks on the sea, wonderful fishing grounds, spectacular dives sites, local spiritual caves, Ngezi rain forest and Vumawimbi Beach - The longest white sand beach in East Africa. Facilities of the Lodge include a sea facing restaurant which caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in-house bar serving both hard and soft drinks, and Wi-Fi connection in most of the time. Swimming pool and Dive center are also part of the Hotel Facilities. Each room has an ensuite bathroom, deposit safe, mosquito net, fan, a king-sized bed and A/C in Deluxe rooms. Dinner and stay overnight on bed and breakfast basis.
Tour Duration: Full Day. Meal Plan: Picnic Lunch at 12h30. Accommodation: Gecko Nature Lodge
At 08h00 after breakfast we drive to Wesha where we will take our boat to Misali island. This island is world famous for it’s corals and nature. The island offers idyllic beaches and nature trails. Misali’s treasure is its rich ecosystem which boasts 42 types of corals, over 300 species of fish, a rare subspecies of vervet monkeys, rarely seen coconut crabs and a nesting site for green and hawksbill turtles. Snorkeling here is breath-taking! Even close to the beach it’s possible to see bigger fishes. Unlike most places in Pemba, the tides make no difference to these activities. Among the locals, Misali has religious status as they believe the prophet Hadhara used the island as his prayer mat. The strong Islamic environmental maintenance ethic is used to support management and environment education, and the island is a 'sacred gift' to the earth from the Islamic faith as part of an ecumenical Millennium celebration arranged by the World Wildlife Fund in Nepal in November 2000. After the tour we take lunch and relax until late afternoon when we drive back to the hotel for leisure, dinner and stay overnight on half board basis.
At 08h00 after breakfast we drive to Wesha where we will take our boat to Misali island. This island is world famous for it’s corals and nature. The island offers idyllic beaches and nature trails. Misali’s treasure is its rich ecosystem which boasts 42 types of corals, over 300 species of fish, a rare subspecies of vervet monkeys, rarely seen coconut crabs and a nesting site for green and hawksbill turtles. Snorkeling here is breath-taking! Even close to the beach it’s possible to see bigger fishes. Unlike most places in Pemba, the tides make no difference to these activities. Among the locals, Misali has religious status as they believe the prophet Hadhara used the island as his prayer mat. The strong Islamic environmental maintenance ethic is used to support management and environment education, and the island is a 'sacred gift' to the earth from the Islamic faith as part of an ecumenical Millennium celebration arranged by the World Wildlife Fund in Nepal in November 2000. After the tour we take lunch and relax until late afternoon when we drive back to the hotel for leisure, dinner and stay overnight on half board basis.
Tour Duration: Half Day. Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch. Lunch Time: 13h00 at Misali Beach. Airport Reporting Time: From 14h30
We take breakfast in the morning before we leave for Chake Chake at 08h00 to explore this part of the island with its treasure. The Business Town and the Capital of Pemba Island, Chake Chake is located in the middle of Pemba Island on the western side about 15 minutes’ drive from Karume Airport, 30 km from Wete and a little less than 28 km from Mkoani. The tour offers a great chance for history and culture lovers to know and understand the history of Pemba through time. Lots of key buildings are still in place. The Guide will take you around to visit some of the most interesting sites and historical buildings such as the old Slave Port, the Old fort, English Garden and the Fish Market, etc.. As you are leaving today, we will spare sometime for shopping where you can buy some souvenirs and gifts for your Family, friends, colleagues etc. After the tour, shopping and lunch we will drive to Airport to catch your flight to Dar es salaam, Zanzibar or to any other destination. End of our service
We take breakfast in the morning before we leave for Chake Chake at 08h00 to explore this part of the island with its treasure. The Business Town and the Capital of Pemba Island, Chake Chake is located in the middle of Pemba Island on the western side about 15 minutes’ drive from Karume Airport, 30 km from Wete and a little less than 28 km from Mkoani. The tour offers a great chance for history and culture lovers to know and understand the history of Pemba through time. Lots of key buildings are still in place. The Guide will take you around to visit some of the most interesting sites and historical buildings such as the old Slave Port, the Old fort, English Garden and the Fish Market, etc.. As you are leaving today, we will spare sometime for shopping where you can buy some souvenirs and gifts for your Family, friends, colleagues etc. After the tour, shopping and lunch we will drive to Airport to catch your flight to Dar es salaam, Zanzibar or to any other destination. End of our service
Include & Exclude
Includes
- All transfers by vehicle and boat as per the itinerary
- 2-night accommodation at Gecko Nature Lodge (Bed & Breakfast & Half Board)
- Flying Fox Forest tour with guide
- Full-day Misali Island tour with picnic lunch
- Half-day guided Chake Chake town tour
- Entry fees to all mentioned sites
- Breakfasts, 1 picnic lunch, and 1 dinner
Excludes
- Domestic or international flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (tips, drinks, souvenirs, spa treatments)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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