Our Vision
We are dedicated to crafting a comprehensive and positive experience for our guests, who, in return, contribute to the conservation efforts of this unique island and provide local residents with the opportunity to acquire new skills, securing their livelihoods through practical use.
Genuine eco-tourism brings advantages to all parties involved, including the environment, the residents of Shamiani Island, and our guests, who carry lifelong memories with them when they leave.
To realize our vision, we have a set of objectives:
- Develop and put into action a ten-year management plan for our project.
- Promote Pemba as a reputable ecotourism destination.
- Collaborate with conservation experts to conduct a baseline survey of the island and receive recommendations for further research and conservation.
- Engage alternative energy specialists to offer support and propose innovative systems for the lodge.
- Welcome volunteers with specialized knowledge in hospitality and commerce to enhance our training programs for local individuals, enabling them to benefit from the lodge’s presence.
Our volunteers will be warmly embraced as part of our extended family at Pemba Lodge, where they can share their expertise, actively engage in daily activities, and savor the experience of a lifetime!
Furthermore, a portion of Pemba Lodge’s revenue is allocated to finance upcoming marine and environmental projects across the island
Turtle Protection
At Pemba Lodge, our mission is to craft a wholesome and enriching experience for our guests. In doing so, we not only foster support for the preservation of this remarkable island but also create opportunities for local residents to acquire new skills and sustain themselves.
Our commitment to authentic eco-tourism yields benefits that extend to all stakeholders: the environment, the inhabitants of Shamiani Island, and our cherished guests, who depart with enduring memories.
A portion of our revenue is dedicated to financing forthcoming marine and environmental initiatives throughout the island, reaffirming our dedication to sustainability.
We count ourselves fortunate to share our beach with the endangered Hawksbill and Green Turtles, who choose Pemba Lodge as their nesting grounds
Hawksbill turtles choose our pristine beach as their nesting site, where they lay their eggs before returning to the sea. Approximately two months later, the hatchlings emerge.
Traditionally, the residents of Shamiani Island have relied on capturing and selling these turtles for income, as both their meat and shells, commercially known as ‘tortoiseshell,’ are in high demand.
In line with our dedication to island conservation, Pemba Lodge has partnered with the local community to launch a joint effort aimed at safeguarding the dwindling turtle population, which is facing significant declines in both Unguja and Pemba.
As part of this initiative, we offer a monetary incentive for each discovered turtle. In return, the turtle is left undisturbed to nest and return to the sea, while the eggs are allowed to hatch without disruption.
Hawksbills lay their eggs in nests on our pristine beach before heading back out to sea. After a period of two months the hatchlings are born.
For many years, the inhabitants of Shamiani Island have derived a source of income from the capture and sale of these turtles. Both their meat and shells, which are used commercially as “tortoiseshell”, are highly sought after.
As part of our commitment to conservation on the island, Pemba Lodge has entered into a campaign in conjunction with the local community to help protect the turtle population, which is fast declining around both Unguja and Pemba.
For each turtle found we pay a cash fee, and in return the turtle is left alone to nest and go back to the sea, and the eggs are left to hatch without disturbance.
