Zanzibar: 1 Day Trip Mnemba Snorkeling, Nungwi Aquarium & Sunset Experience

Mnemba island snorkelling

Start the day with the Mnemba snorkelling tour, our driver will pick you up from your hotel to drive you to the beach where you will begin the tour.

Mnemba Island is a single small atoll located about 3 km off the northeast coast of Unguja, the largest island of the Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania, opposite Muyuni Beach.

A very private and protected area (you can therefore not enter the Island, but will be able to admire the island from close during this tour).

You will depart from your hotel and head up north, the captain and snorkelling instructors will be waiting to set you up with all the equipment you need. You will then go to the prime snorkelling spots just off of the island to experience hundreds of different sea creatures and the bluest waters you’ll ever see!

Nungwi Aquarium

After the snorkelling experience, you will be driven to the Turtle aquarium . Discover all there is to know about sea turtles at Nungwi Aquarium in the small village of Nungwi. Get a chance to feed and swim with the turtles in their natural lagoon pond. Find out how the aquarium rehabilitates sea turtles once they have recovered any injuries caused by being caught in nets.

Discover a large, natural tidal pool in the coral rock behind the beach where the turtles swim. It was initially set up to rehabilitate and study marine turtles caught in fishing nets. The project was developed to ensure that local baby turtles were also protected. Buy some seaweed from the turtles' carers to feed them or get into the pool for a closer encounter to swim with them.

Learn all about the rehabilitation project and the efforts to protect local baby turtles. Gain an insight into the life cycle of turtles, their food, and more.

Kendwa Sunset

End the day with a memorable Sunset Dhow Cruise experience.

Sail into the golden horizon aboard a traditional Zanzibari dhow and discover the magic of Zanzibar’s sunset from the ocean. As the gentle breeze carries you across the turquoise waters, unwind on deck and take in the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean.

Enjoy a selection of fresh tropical fruits and musical island rhythms set the mood. Whether you choose to relax, dance, or simply watch the sun dip below the horizon, this two-hour cruise is the perfect way to end your day.

After the sunset tour, the driver will drive you back to your hotel with a camera full of unforgettable memories.