Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant
Plot 29, Makangale, Micheweni, Verani, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map
Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant
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Located near the village of Makangale in North Pemba, Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dove center and Famous Gecko Restaurant features a dove center. The family owned resort has a beach area, restaurant and a small bar. Pemba Island is famous for its scuba diving opportunities. The rooms at Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dove center and Famous Gecko Restaurant have a seating area and a private bathroom with shower. The beds are draped with a mosquito net. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the lodge and special diet menus can be arranged on advance request. The property has an outdoor pool and provides bike rental. A range of activities is available at the resort, such as snorkeling, kayaking in the mangroves, cultural tours fishing, spear fishing and bird watching. Scuba diving is available via the on-site dove center, Swahili Divers.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Pascale
Canada“A home away from home. The place is very remote and quiet. For nature lovers, it is a real paradise. Coconut crabs right on the property and many bush babies around at night. Food is excellent and staff very friendly and helpful. We went there to...”- AAnonymous Canada“We are 3 birders. We booked this property due to its close proximity to the nature reserve. We only had to hire a guide for one night to get the Pemba Scops owl which is common nearby in the reserve. All other endemics were easily found on the...”
Valerio9628
Italy“We didn't expect to receive such a great welcoming experience from the staff starting from Jennifer, the manager, and from the all team. They are such nice team and treat you as part of their family. The food is so delicious and well finished....”
Matt
United Kingdom“Beautiful location, friendly and helpful staff, good snorkelling, endemic birds on site and Eddie excellent bird guide”- López
Chile“A magnificent place, extraordinarily friendly staff, delicious food and a lot of tranquility” 
Kobus
South Africa“The owner, Mike, went out of his way to make us feel welcome and have a magic Pemba experience. Although basic and rustic, the resort had a pleasant feel to it with beautiful views, awesome sunsets and excellent diving.”- Ian
Sweden“good for diving! very helpful and experiencesd knowladgeable staff!!” 
Hannah United Kingdom“We had a great time! The room is comfortable and the food really excellent. We don't dive but want to do lots of snorkelling. Sometimes dive places treat snorkellers like a pain but we were treated really well here. We were dropped with our own...”- Jean
Luxembourg“Diving and boats right in the hotel. The owner Mike brings you around to all the spors. The restaurant is one of the best in Pemba with very tolerable prices. Don t miss this option if you are in Pemba.” 
Hervé
France“Petit déjeuner de bonne qualité. Les repas sont excellents. Le ménage est fait tous les jours. Proximité de la mer. Centre de plongée bien équipé et axé sur la sécurité (Soufi est un super guide de plongée). Merci à Mike pour sa gentille...”
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort facilities at Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Linens
- Garden view
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- AerobicsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- FishingAdditional charge
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Packed lunches
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Safe
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioningAdditional charge
- Mosquito net
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- Yoga classes
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- MassageAdditional charge
- Arabic
- English
- French
- Portuguese
- Swahili
House rulesGecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children over 10 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Check-in at Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Room options at Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant include:
- Double
- Bed in Dorm
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Yes, Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Beachfront
- Yoga classes
- Beach
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Swimming pool
- Aerobics
- Water sports facilities on site
- Bike tours
- Private beach area
- Bicycle rental
- Spa facilities
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Gecko Nature Lodge Home of Swahili Divers the BEST dive center and Famous Gecko Restaurant is 2.4 miles from the center of Verani. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
