Verani Beach Lodge
Overview
Verani Beach Lodge sits on Pemba's northern Verani coast in Makangale, directly on a rocky beach. Guest reviews consistently praise the remote, peaceful setting close to the Ngezi Forest, describing it as "almost your own beach" with a great walk along the shore at low tide and good snorkeling. The lodge has a single on-site restaurant, Sunset Restaurant, serving African, British, Italian, Malaysian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, seafood, local, Asian, international and grill/BBQ cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options.
Rooms
Room types include a Mixed Dormitory Room (3 twin beds), two Double Room configurations (1 full bed or 1 queen bed) and a Budget Twin Room (2 twin beds), each with sea views, patios, and Wifi.
Amenities
The lodge offers free private parking, an airport shuttle, and free Wifi. Guests noted the location is fairly remote and recommended arriving with a car, as it can be difficult to find.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The lodge is located in Makangale on Pemba's Verani coast, close to the Ngezi Forest Reserve according to guest reviews, and roughly 30 miles from Gombani Stadium in Chake Chake by straight-line distance.