A jewel of the Pacific Ocean, Pemba Island is a hidden gem very few know about. And those that do, always question when the best time is to travel to this idyllic island with crystal clear waters and powder soft sands. You see, the best thing about Pemba Island is that it’s full of wonders year-round! But the best time to travel to Pemba Island is during the dry season, which runs from December to…
Ellis dreams to have a beach hotel in Zanzibar transpired when she made her first visit to the island from the UK 3 years prior. The thoughts of creating something beautiful in the tropical land of Zanzibar never left her mind.
“I wonder if a beach hotel that included a welfare project could help give the local people a chance for a better life” The dream began to unravel…
Welcome to Fundu Lagoon! Secluded in the picture-perfect scene of Pemba Island, which literally means, Green Island. Hugged with tall, luscious green palm trees and wide variety of fauna. Upon arrival be greeted with a calm summer breeze and powder soft sands, full of smooth, white pebbles and clear blue waters. This is your 7-day itinerary while visiting the culturally rich and peaceful island…
Zanzibar has become a tourist paradise for its pristine beaches, secluded islands, and rich culture. Many are also surprised by the vibrant colours from the local villages and the detailed designed architecture that is as unique as the island’s history. It’s where Persian, Arab, Indian, African, and European cultures blend giving Zanzibar its unique and distinctive architecture.
The island is famous for its idyllic beaches, pristine coral reefs, serene atmosphere and tropical waters for diving and snorkeling, but most of all, it’s unique cuisine! Pemba Island is every food lover dream.
Pemba Island can be considered as the little brother of Unguja, Zanzibar’s main island. Although Unguja shows great popularity, Pemba Island is captured in a secret oasis and is one of the world’s last untouched treasures! Since it’s where Fundu Lagoon is based, we’d like to shed some light on the beauty of this island and why it was chosen to be the location of our beautiful resort…
THE DREAM THAT TURNED INTO REALITY. Not only does Fundu Lagoon offer luxurious, eco-friendly accommodation and world-class resort facilities in what is, in no uncertain terms, paradise on earth – but our boutique hotel resort also offers a wonderful array of island adventure and culinary magic for our guests to savour. As we are situated on the beautiful Pemba Island, naturally, the ocean and beach are our main outdoor playgrounds. With sugar white beaches and…
The home of Fundu Lagoon, Pemba Island is arguably one of the best wall-diving locations in the world and is certainly the best in Africa. It provides a remote and captivating setting, with less than 100 foreign visitors on the island at a time. Pemba is also known to be very fertile… besides clove trees, the local crops include coconut, bananas, cassava, tomatoes, red beans and of course, fish! But what you may not know is…
Fundu Lagoon is not only surrounded by pure beauty of the ocean and jungle, but it also holds something special inside it’s tropical walls. The details of lamps, furnishings, curtains and fabric were all carefully selected and sourced to bring a sense of tribal riches with the inspiration of Zanzibar and the village locals. The rooms consist of designer linen, dressing gowns , down to the thousands of metres of fabrics and cotton – all…
“That first visit was life-changing. Zanzibar hit me on a deep emotional level. I was knocked out by the place and people. The timing was perfect – I was searching for something… This was where I wanted to be.” – Ellis Flyte, Director Back in the mid-nineties, Brian Henson and then wife, Ellis Flyte needed a break from their busy schedules. Ellis was an award-winning fashion and costume designer whilst Brian from the Jim Henson…
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