[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge Travelers enjoy spectacular views of Vumawimbi Beach at this coastal retreat where water sports enthusiasts find adventure just steps from their accommodations ![On the beach, sun loungers, scuba diving, snorkeling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/7c0f4893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/ab7695c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/995e001f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/5ce6a12d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/5df83f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge offers beachfront relaxation with beach loungers, spa massages, boat tours, and sailing. Guests enjoy free breakfast, bicycle rentals, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Pool - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=18293216&PinnedHotelID=18293216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18300000/18293300/18293216/0d6b3c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Fan Daily housekeeping Desk In-room safe Laptop workspace - 602 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Daily housekeeping Desk In-room safe Laptop workspace - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like water skiing, snorkeling, and kayaking. A garden, a library, and laundry facilities are available to all guests. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services - Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers and free toiletries - Daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45850000/45849000/45848980/b4b4a975.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sharook Lodge - Hostel Pemba Island - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=45848980&PinnedHotelID=45848980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10039300/10039225/727f42f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Aiyana Pemba Island - On private beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa 9.6 Exceptional 46 reviews CA $784 CA $955 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10039225&PinnedHotelID=10039225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Couples/private dining - Private picnics ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Boat tours - Fishing - Full-service spa - Kayaking - Library - Motor boating - Outdoor pool - Rowing/canoeing - Sailing - Scuba diving - Snorkeling - Water skiing - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Beach loungers - Garden - In a provincial park - Marina - On the beach - On the waterfront - Picnic area - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Massage - Spa open daily ### More - Built in 2005 - Designated smoking areas - Mosquito nets ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Desk - Laptop workspace - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 8:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 7 percent for credit card payments ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: USD 50.00 per stay - Resort fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: - Additional inclusions - Beach access - Concierge service - In-room safe - Internet access - Laundry facilities - Lending library access - Pool access We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one way) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 7 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available ### Property is also known as Swahili Divers Gecko Nature Lodge Pemba Island Swahili Divers Gecko Nature Pemba Island Swahili Divers Gecko Nature Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge Lodge Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge Pemba Island Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge Lodge Pemba Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge? > Check-in start time: 8:30 AM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. ### What time is check-out at Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge located? > Located in Pemba Island, this beachfront lodge is in the historical district, 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Ngezi Forest Reserve, and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Vumawimbi Beach. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Swahili Divers & Gecko Nature Lodge Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### martin Oct 8, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect location, excellent management Mike, born Lebanese but well travelled and fluent in English and French, took over this Lodge in February and now runs a superb operation. The diving is varied, of world class, and guided and taught by the expert Marcel. The attractive island of Pemba is more fertile and ore undulating than Zanzibar. The Lodge is located in the north-west and requires a 75 minute ridefrom the small but efficient airport through delightful villages and fields and spice farms, with a final 10 minutes of pristine tropical forest with unique bird life. We spent 4 days scuba diving and snorkelling. The latest equipment is provided on site. Afternoons and dusk need to be spent on one of the many settees, hammocks and beds that stretch on wooden decks or look out points along the beach front. Mike is very ready to accommodate dietary requirements. The local fishing boats are wooden and under classic sail. The squid and fresh fish are excellent. The gardens are growing a wide variety of fruit and vegetables. an experience not to be missed ##### martin Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Cedric Apr 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Très bien Les plongées à Pemba ont été toutes formidables avec Mike. Il fait vraiment attention à vous faire plonger sur des sites avec la meilleure visibilité possible et n'hésite pas à faire 30 minutes de bateau en plus pour trouver le bon spot. Les breaks d'une heure entre les plongées sur des plages paradisiaques et isolées sont en soi des expériences merveilleuses. Le lodge est confortable et calme, on peut voir le soleil se coucher le soleil alors qu'on se baigne dans l'eau chaude de la petite plage. Le seul problème est le prix et la qualité des plats proposés au restaurant. ##### Cedric Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodene Dec 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32FB3E0C940AB48C0D9CED71FE361669BB3B0F851608354893056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/742F31C57EAD9DD25590C8A96FBA289361184E301608354920844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2556001D8E50C6CC27554A1E06CB75E733CA6AFE1608354989764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A16274B4E2E1419E6B067F58B176804DF4BAFDE71608354993844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jodene Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Mar 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### John Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 17, 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Außerordentlich Welcoming, authentisch, zwischen Wunder des Meeres und einzigartiger Wald ! Einheimische Dorf und Landwirtschaft auch Interesse und Unterstützung würdig. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### A-HELENE Jan 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Le meilleur rapport qualité prix pour un séjour au nord de l'île Pemba... Sur le front de mer, et très bien entretenu. Merci à Glen et Alla pour leur accueil chaleureux ! ##### A-HELENE Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Malin Jan 10, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Malin Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My wife and I spent four nights at Swahili Divers and truly enjoyed our stay. The staff were exceptionally friendly, helpful and welcoming. Although the higher prices for food and drink were understandable based on location, the quality of the meals could be improved. I would highly recommend spending some time with Mike, Glen and Arla and the amazingly peaceful location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### GlenKerr, Calgary, AB Nov 25, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The effort to get up to lodge is definitely worth it. Cecilia made me feel at home right away in the comfortable clean rooms. The food was great, definitely try the fish curry and fish kabobs. Special tanks to Glen Campbell and the dive shop staff for a very professionally run operation that made diving in the pristine reefs a true joy. Besides the great room, food, staff and diving one of my favorite memories will be watching the bioflorence light up the breaking waves off beach side deck. ##### GlenKerr Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christie Nov 8, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wild with class The lodge was exciting. The wildlife was abundant and Ngezi forest was just around the corner. Ceilia and Mike went out of their way to make our stay comfortable from design details to travel assistance. The diving and snorkeling experts made our trip more interesting and informative. Enjoyed the Masai wait staff and the sunsets we’re beyond nd compare. ##### Christie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 7, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good hotel pros: accommodating owner and helpful made it a personal stay great place to relax with good views and can even have a personal bit of the beach for your entire stay. can't get this anywhere else near zanzibar amazing sunset and views and fireplace if wanted nice room, good cleaners, generous with towels plenty to do cons: budget room does not have hot water restaurant can be costly for the budget traveller overall very happy with our stay and grateful to the staff would come again ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Four Seasons Resort Seychelles](https://www.expedia.ca/Mahe-Island-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Seychelles.h2363105.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Seaside](https://www.expedia.ca/Seaside-Hotels.d6179.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Monte Carlo Inn Airport Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Monte-Carlo-Inn-Airport-Suites.h849781.Hotel-Information) > > [Honeymoon Resorts and Hotels in Hawaii](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Hawaii-Honeymoon-Hotels.0-0-d213-tHoneymoonHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hôtel Des Mille Collines](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-Hotel-Des-Mille-Collines.h4230326.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Senses Zil Pasyon Seychelles](https://www.expedia.ca/Felicite-Island-Hotels-Six-Senses-Zil-Pasyon.h15908699.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Kigali](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Kigali.h17860494.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius](https://www.expedia.ca/Balaclava-Hotels-The-Westin-Turtle-Bay-Resort-Spa.h1932372.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Karamboa - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Karamboa-All-Inclusive.h4813332.Hotel-Information) > > [Hillside Manor](https://www.expedia.ca/Bulawayo-Hotels-Hillside-Manor.h19119558.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Orange County](https://www.expedia.ca/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Orange-County.h15965.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Meridien Ile Maurice](https://www.expedia.ca/Pointe-Aux-Piments-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Ile-Maurice.h524465.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Niagara-Falls-Hotels.s50-0-d6023515.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Touareg - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Touareg-All-Inclusive.h4813390.Hotel-Information) > > [Bellagio](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Bellagio.h140596.Hotel-Information) > > [Senator Puerto Plata](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Plata-Hotels-Senator-Puerto-Plata-Spa-Resort-All-Inclusive.h29826620.Hotel-Information) > > [Diamant Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Le-Diamant-Hotels-Diamant-Beach.h3008952.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cornwall](https://www.expedia.ca/Cornwall-Hotels.d10558.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Victoria](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels.d4138.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rosewood Hotel Georgia](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Rosewood-Hotel-Georgia.h3107.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Warsaw (WAW) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/waw/yvr/warsaw-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/hnl/ottawa-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Jeddah (JED)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/jed/toronto-to-jeddah) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) ### Activities > [Things to do in Singapore](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Singapore.d3168.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/178280/Los-Angeles) > > [Lakeside Park Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Lakeside-Park-Beach-St-Catharines.d553248621532864869.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Tobermory](https://www.expedia.ca/Tobermory.dx182831)