Chumbe Island Coral Park - Mbweni
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Chumbe Island Coral Park
Chumbe Island Mbweni Tanzania
No. of rooms
7
WiFi
Meals
We speak
FR SW
9.3/10
No. of rooms
7
WiFi
Meals
We speak
FR SW
9.3/10
Chumbe Island is a fully protected private island, off the coast of Zanzibar, home to a stunning Coral Reef Sanctuary and Forest Reserve that is entirely funded through ecotourism revenue.
You will be accommodated in one of Chumbe Islands seven stunning solar-powered eco-bungalows, perfectly blended with the surrounding nature and situated between the beach and the forest.
Each bungalow is equipped with a king-size bed on a sleeping platform under a palm-thatched roof (twins and triple beds can be provided by arrangement), a living room equipped with handmade furniture and decorated with African art, colorful fabrics, and a very comfortable bed-style hammock, and a self-contained bathroom (with shower, wash basin, and high-specification composting toilet).
Chumbe Island has a Visitor and Education centre and activities in the park include snorkeling, nature trails and historical ruins such as the old lighthouse.overnights on Chumbe Island are full board (excluding alcoholic beverages).
The island is accessed via a boat transfer from Mbweni, approximately 6 km from Stone Town.
The hotel day starts from hour 09:30 and ends at 08:30.
Please note that the rate includes: -Full board meals -Boat transport to and from the island on the regular morning transfer* -Guided snorkelling with the use of provided equipment by the lodge -A guided forest walk and coconut crab walk in the evening (weather and tide permitting) *The boat transfer to Chumbe Island leaves from Jungle Paradise Hotel, 6 km from of Stone Town. Departure Time is strictly 10:00 am. On your return day, boat departure time from the island is at 09:00. Private boat transfers outside of the scheduled time are USD 75 for the boat. The latest a boat can depart to the island is 16:30. Kindly note that at low tide guests need to walk through the inter tidal area to the boat.Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
Shuttle service
Non-smoking rooms
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Airport pick upadditional charge
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Airport shuttle
Fire extinguishers
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Airport drop offadditional charge
Physical distancing rules followed
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Restaurant
24-hour security
Face masks for guests available
Beachfront
Cashless payment available
Outdoor furniture
Process in place to check health of guests
Beach
Laundry
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Coffee house on site
Internet services
Kid-friendly buffet
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Wine/champagneadditional charge
Sun umbrellas
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Physical distancing in dining areas
Snorkelling
Walking tours
Safety deposit box
Private beach area
WiFi
Special diet menus (on request)
First aid kit available
Luggage storage
Board games/puzzles
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Bungalow with Sea View. Our Seaview Bungalows are two storey and are just a few steps away from the ocean. They feature a living room downstairs equipped with handmade furniture and African art, a hammock for lounging through the day, and an en-suite bathroom with hot water rain shower. The king size bed on the second floor sleeping platform benefits from a views across the sea. ;
Bungalow with Sea View. Boasting a private entrance, this bungalow includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The bungalow offers a seating area, a safe deposit box and sea views. The unit has 1 bed. ;
Bungalow - Beach Front. Boasting a private entrance, this bungalow also includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The bungalow offers a seating area, a safe deposit box and sea views. The unit has 2 beds. ;
Bungalow with Garden View. Featuring a private entrance, this bungalow also is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The bungalow offers a seating area, a safe deposit box and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
