Why go
- Tanzanian island of the Zanzibar Archipelago.
- Served by Tanga Airport (TGT).
History
Pemba Island is a Tanzanian island forming part of the Zanzibar Archipelago, lying within the Swahili Coast in the Indian Ocean.
Airports
Pemba Airport (PMA) 9.6 km to the centre
Chake Chake, 25, TZ — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Tanga Airport (TGT) 79 km to the centre
Tanga, 25, TZ — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Getting there by ferry
Ferry terminal
Ferry terminal · 14 km from the centre
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
October – March
The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.
Shoulder season
April – May, September
Milder and quieter, with better value.
Worth avoiding
June – August
The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Tanga Airport (TGT); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Pemba Island, Tanzania. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Tours & experiences
Sightseeing
Sightseeing