Misali Island Marine Conservation Area
Kisiwa cha Misali
An uninhabited coral island off Pemba's west coast, with white beaches, mangroves and coral walls; the first stop for snorkelling and diving on Pemba.
Kisiwa cha Misali lies about 15 km off Pemba's west coast. It is a community-managed marine protected area with white-sand beaches, a mangrove boardwalk and a small visitor centre. The surrounding reefs and steep coral walls are home to sea turtles, reef sharks and schools of tropical fish. Landing requires a protected-area fee (from about USD 5). Boats usually take about an hour from Mkoani, near Chake Chake, or from hotels, and the trip is often bundled into a snorkelling day tour. The island has no accommodation or restaurants, so bring your own drinking water and sun protection.
Opening hours
Open during the day; access via boat tours
Nearby sights
- Ras Mkumbuu Ruins
- Mkoani
- Pemba Museum (Nanzim Fort)
- Chake Chake
- Pemba Clove Plantations
- Fundo Island & Njao Gap
- Mtambwe Mkuu
- Kidike Flying Fox Sanctuary