Pemba Island

Pemba Island is the northernmost island in the Zanzibar archipelago and is the world's major clove producer. The Sultan of Muscat seized Pembain the 17th C and was so enchanted by the Spice Islands that he decided to rule from the region.

Pemba is a hilly island with deep valleys so it has become a mecca for mountain bikers who are drawn to the 1,000-meter peaks.

The city of Chake Chake is popular with avid scuba divers as visibility is unparalleled. Lush coral gardens, colorful sponges and sea fans are all found in the underwater haven.

Pemba is also wellknown for the juju traditions of medicine and magic. People come from throughout East Africa to learn from the voodoo and traditional healers or seek a cure.