Fanjove Island is located south of Dar es Salaam part of the Songo Songo Archipelago, Southern Tanzania.
GPS co-ordinates: 8° 34’ 18.11” S – 39° 34’ 2.27” E
Guests will fly from Dar es Salaam via Mafia Island to Songo Songo island. Coastal Aviation fly once a day approximately 50 minutes flying time. From Songo Songo airport it is a short ride to the shoreline for a 45 minute boat/dhow trip across to Fanjove island. Upon arrival to the island you will step off the boat/dhow into the shallow water and straight onto the white sandy beach
Honestly Fanjove island is wonderful to visit all season and its is the perfect destination after a safari journey. The months from June to October tend to be dry and warm with a temperature range of 16˚C at night to 35˚C in the day.
In this coastal area of Tanzania, the short rains fall during November and December and brings about a spring time on the island. The plant life and flowers burst into life, followed by the insects and stunning variety of birdlife. From November through to March it heats up with a temperature range between the high 20˚C at night and high 30 ˚C, sometimes low 40 ˚C during the humid heat of the day. During the long rains, from mid March to May the lodge is closed.
Due to the regional topography and the ocean conditions, our activities are weather dependent and no pre-booking is required. Upon check in, our Managers will discuss with guests what is available and current weather conditions to determine what activities are possible during their stay.
NO AGE LIMIT
KIDS CLUB
Under the supervision of two members of our teams, fun and educational activites are offered.
Children under 8 are not allowed into the restaurant, for diner only, meals will be served at the kids club at 7pm.
Children under the age of 2 are welcome, accompanied by an adult parent or a nanny
Rates include full room and board, all drinks except Champagne*, WiFi access in rooms and public areas, laundry service (please note we are unable to launder underwear, but we do provide washing powder).* Please note this option is not available for local resident/Expat guests.
The rates exclude conservation and concession fees, gratuities of a personal nature and medical insurance.
Final bills are payable in US Dollars, (Cash US Dollars post-issue 2006) Tanzanian Shillings, Euros and Pounds Sterling. Guests can also pay with credit cards (Mastercard, Visa,JCB), PayPal or several Mobile Provider Payment Facilities such as Mpesa and Airtel Money.
There is a strict weight limit of 15kg / 33lbs on all light weight aircraft in Tanzania and soft bags are requested for easy stowage. Suggested pack list:
- Casual beach wear
- The island can get very hot/humid so we recommend cotton, lightweight shorts and short sleeve shirts.
There are no mandatory vaccines required to enter the country.
It is important to consult your travel physician before you travel to Africa for advice on precautions against malaria, as well as any other required vaccinations.
Methods of prevention are encouraged to protect your health while on safari: legs, feet and arms should always be covered from 6pm onwards.
If you are taking any prescription medicines, be sure to bring the required dosage with you, so that you don’t run out while on holiday. It is also advisable to travel with copies of your prescriptions.
For accommodation rates and seasonal offers, please email reservations@labalaba.co.tz
