Discover the Serenity of Chumbe Island

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Stone Town, head southwest on Mizingani Rd towards the Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. Continue onto Nyerere Rd, then take a left onto the main road leading to the airport. Follow signs for the South Coast. After approximately 45 minutes, you will reach the village of Mbweni. Here, you can park your car at the designated parking area. From there, you will need to arrange for a boat transfer to Chumbe Island, which typically costs around $30-$50 per person round trip. Make sure to contact your accommodation in advance to arrange for the boat transfer.

• Public Transportation

  From Stone Town, take a dala-dala (shared minibus) heading to the South Coast. You can catch a dala-dala from the main bus stand in Stone Town. The fare is usually around 1,000 TZS (Tanzanian Shillings). Ask the driver to drop you off at Mbweni. Once you arrive in Mbweni, you will need to find a local boat service for the 30-minute ride to Chumbe Island. It is advisable to arrange this boat transfer in advance, which may cost around $30-$50 per person round trip.

• Taxi

  For a more comfortable option, you can hire a taxi from Stone Town to Mbweni. This trip will take approximately 30-45 minutes and should cost between $20 and $30, depending on your negotiation skills. Once you arrive in Mbweni, you will need to arrange for a boat transfer to Chumbe Island, which typically costs around $30-$50 per person round trip. Make sure to confirm the boat schedule with your taxi driver or your accommodation.