Pemba Island: Gombani Stadium, Market, and Museum Tour

Neighborhood tours Day Trips From Shopping tours Guided tours Tours Culture & history Family-friendly activities Art Day trips Nature & adventure Landmarks & monuments Outdoor activities Architecture Museums & exhibitions Markets, bazaars, & souks Sightseeing Sporting venues Archaeology Island tours Educational activities Private tours

Explore Pemba Island on a guided tour. Visit Gombani Stadium, Chake-Chake Market, and the Pemba Museum, and see the Pemba flying foxes at Kidike Sanctuary.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture at Chake-Chake Market
  • Explore the historic Chake-Chake Fort and learn about Pemba's history
  • Visit the Gombani Stadium and learn about the local football culture
  • Observe the Pemba flying foxes in their natural habitat at Kidike Sanctuary
  • Enjoy a traditional Zanzibari or Pemban lunch at a local restaurant

Description

Begin your day with a journey to Pemba Island, where Gombani Stadium is located. Choose between a short domestic flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Karume Airport (PMA) in Chake-Chake or a scenic ferry ride from Zanzibar Stone Town to Mkoani or Wete in Pemba. Upon arrival, head to Gombani Stadium, a significant sporting landmark on Pemba Island. Spend time exploring the exterior and, if possible, the interior of the stadium. Learn about the history of the stadium, the local football culture, and any notable events that have taken place there. Capture photos of the stadium and its surroundings. Next, head to the bustling Chake-Chake Market. Experience local life, observe daily commerce, and see a variety of fresh produce, spices, and local crafts. Try some local snacks or fresh fruit from the market vendors. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Chake-Chake, savoring traditional Zanzibari or Pemban cuisine. Look for establishments serving fresh seafood, pilau, or biryani. After lunch, visit the Pemba Museum, located in the historic Chake-Chake Fort. The museum offers insights into the island's history, culture, and archaeological findings. It's a good way to understand the broader context of Pemba Island. Finally, take a short drive to the Kidike Flying Fox Sanctuary. This sanctuary is home to a large colony of Pemba flying foxes, a species endemic to the island. It's a unique opportunity to observe these large fruit bats in their natural habitat. Local guides can provide information about their behavior and conservation efforts.

Includes

Visit to Gombani Stadium Visit to Chake-Chake Market Lunch at a local restaurant Visit to Pemba Museum Visit to Kidike Flying Fox Sanctuary

Important Information

  • Domestic flight or ferry ride required to reach Pemba Island Local guides available at Kidike Flying Fox Sanctuary

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Directions

Gallery

Check availability

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Tanzania.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Tanzania is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Tanzania

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Tanzania