The barefoot canvas sanctuary.
“Accessible only by boat, Fundu Lagoon is the ultimate castaway experience. We love this sanctuary because it perfectly mirrors our authentic canvas philosophy, but on the coast. It is unpretentious, deeply integrated into the jungle canopy, and offers some of the most exclusive marine exploration in East Africa.”
Fundu Lagoon refuses to be a standard luxury resort. Nestled on a remote peninsula in south-western Pemba, it consists of eighteen luxurious canvas tents connected by winding wooden walkways. Some suites are pitched directly on the sand, while others are elevated high in the jungle canopy, offering sweeping views of the Indian Ocean.
The aesthetic is barefoot and brilliant. Thatch roofs, canvas walls, and rich wooden floors create an environment that feels thrillingly remote, yet the service is strictly five-star. You will fall asleep to the sound of waves lapping the shore and wake up to the calls of bushbabies, completely detached from the demands of civilization.
Location
South Western Pemba Island
18 Canvas Suites (Boat Access Only)
Rustic, Authentic, Castaway
Culinary Curation
Exceptional Swahili seafood focus, completely adaptable to bespoke diets.
Digital Detox
Wi-Fi available in main areas; suites remain delightfully disconnected.
Family Suite
Ideal for older teens and adults seeking adventure.
Power
Generator & Solar Backup
How you will spend your unhurried days at this castaway sanctuary.
Board a private speedboat to the nearby Misali Island, snorkeling in untouched coral gardens renowned for their immense biodiversity and turtle populations.
Take a quiet, unhurried kayak journey through the ancient mangrove forests that border the lagoon, observing rare birdlife in absolute silence.
Walk to the end of the iconic, sprawling wooden jetty as the day ends. Enjoy a bespoke cocktail suspended directly over the turquoise water.
Allow our team to seamlessly integrate Fundu Lagoon into your bespoke slow safari itinerary.
