Camping on Pemba Island is a unique experience because of the Tanzanian landscape. Campers can see exotic birds and vervet monkeys, according to AuthenticTanzania.com. Pemba also offers campers interested in diving a chance to view vertical reefs, which plunge more than 800 meters deep, as well as barracuda, reef sharks, and manta rays, according to the Authentic Tanzania site.
While there are several lodging options on Pemba, those looking to camp have the opportunity to do so in luxury tents provided by island-based tour companies, including Bobby Tours. Those that bring their own supplies can also set up camp right on the beach. If actual camping is not an option, there are a few simple hotel properties scattered around the island, including Manta Reef Lodge and Fundu Lagoon.
Pemba is primarily Muslim country, so women traveling to the island should be prepared to cover up accordingly, even when camping. Camping is best done between the dry season, which spans June to August, and the wet season, which is from November to March, according to Amani-Tours.com. According to the Zanzibar Magic website, unless you bring your own food, be prepared to forage the local markets and small shops. There are no large-scale restaurants or well-known eateries on this island.
