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Manta Resort
Pemba Island
Set in one of East Africa's most idyllic locations, Fundu Lagoon is situated on a long sandy beach with a wooden pier and jetty stretching over the water. The resort is owned by a London fashion designer; something that becomes apparent as soon as you arrive, with its unique style and bohemian atmosphere blending in well with the natural surroundings.
Wooden walkways and sandy paths link the safari-style bungalows to the main communal areas, which are thatched, spacious and airy, offering wonderful views over the ocean. Comfort and luxury is balanced with the lodge鈥檚 rustic atmosphere, with bleached wooden boards and strings of shells giving it the feel of a much-loved beach house.
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We think the lodge鈥檚 location is absolutely stunning, and it鈥檚 a lovely place to stay either for complete relaxation or to enjoy the activities on offer. Arriving by speedboat, you鈥檒l immediately feel a million miles from anywhere.
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Rooms
The tented bungalows are set under makuti thatched roofs on wooden decks, either on the beachfront or perched on the hillside. Stylish and spacious, they all offer ocean views, large double beds or twin beds, mosquito nets, ceiling fans, minibars and both indoor and outdoor seating areas. The en suite bathrooms have hot showers and flush toilets.
Suites are more spacious than the Standard rooms and offer private plunge pools and decks, situated by the beach or in the forest. Meanwhile, Superior Suites are all located on the beach and feature larger decks, plunge pools, queen sized beds, tea/coffee making facilities, stone bathrooms, an outdoor shower and a separate shady lounge/dining area with daybeds.
Location
The resort is situated on a stretch of sandy beach fringed by forest on the southwest coast of Pemba Island. Part of the Zanzibar Archipelago, the island lies north of Zanzibar and to the east of Kenya and Tanzania’s coastlines, making it an excellent place to relax after a safari. The resort is only accessible by boat and offers fantastic snorkeling and diving opportunities.
Food and drink
Meals are a fusion of Arabic, Indian, Swahili and colonial cuisines, reflecting Zanzibar鈥檚 cultural heritage. Picnics can be provided for day trips, and there鈥檚 a weekly beach barbecue and Swahili feast with live music. Drinks and snacks are served all day at the poolside bar, while the Jetty Bar is the place to go for sunset cocktails as you watch fishermen out on their dhows.
Families
Fundu Lagoon welcomes children aged 12 and over. Standard rooms and Suites can fit an additional single bed for an extra guest, while Superior Suites have space for two additional beds.
Honeymooners
A private candlelit dinner can be arranged for you to enjoy on the beach or on your private terrace for a romantic dining experience, with your own personal chef and waiter ensuring everything runs smoothly. The resort also allows you to set sail on a private dhow, providing you with champagne and canap茅s to enjoy at sunset.
Facilities and activities
The infinity pool is set on the hillside, offering superb views over the coast. Nearby is the Fusion Spa, which offers a variety of Asian and African-inspired treatments using local ingredients. Free Wi-Fi is available in the reception area. The resort also has its own PADI-certified dive center, Dive 710, offering a range of courses for all experience levels and trips out to some of the best dive spots.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Diving in Pemba
Diving in Pemba
A conservation area was set up around Misali Island in 1998 following El Ni帽o which had a bleaching effect on corals elsewhere in the Indian Ocean. Misali retained its dense coral cover and coupled with its dramatic drop-off reefs have made it a fantastic location for diving.
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Dolphin Safari
Dolphin Safari
You leave Fundu at around 7.30am and head off in a speedboat to look for spinner and bottlenose dolphins. Spend some time with the dolphins and then return to Fundu for breakfast.
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Pemba Island and nearby places
- Mnemba Private Island 67 kilometers away
- Zanzibar beaches 73 kilometers away
- Zanzibar Island 107 kilometers away
- Stone Town 111 kilometers away
- Chumbe Private Island 123 kilometers away
- The Mafia Archipelago 286 kilometers away