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

Summary

Experience a half-day tour from Zanzibar to the beautiful Mnemba Island,explore its beautiful surroundings while snorkeling.Get to see, feed, and swim with sea turtles at the Nungwi Aquarium.Join a sunset dhow adventure in a traditional wooden dhow.

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Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the world of sea turtles on a day out at the Nungwi Aquarium
• Get up close to the turtles as you swim in the Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon
• Capture incredible pictures of the ocean and marine life
• Have the chance to see vast corals and a wide variety of fish
• Step aboard a traditional, hand-crafted dhow
• Immerse yourself in Zanzibar's rich cultural music and rhythm
• Embark for a unique and memorable experience in Zanzibar island
• Experience one of the most breathtaking sunsets

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Full Description

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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!

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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.

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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.

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Includes

• Traditional dhow sailing experience
• Fresh tropical fruits
• Lunch
• Music Entertainment
• Hotel pickup
• Hotel drop-off
• Experienced driver
• Instructor
• Snorkeling equipment
• Aquarium Guide
• Bottled water
• Boat transportation
• Mnemba island 25 USD per person tax (only if option selected)
• Nungwi Turtle Aquarium entry ticket (only if option chosen)

Excludes

• Tips ( optional)
• Sun umbrella
• Turtle food

Not Suitable For

• People with mobility impairments
• Wheelchair users
• People with insect allergies

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Important information

Know before you go

• Our driver will pick you up at the reception. Please kindly be ready at the reception of your hotel 5 minutes before departure time to meet the driver there.
• Important information : Kindly note that for the Shared group tour, the activity requires a minimum of 6 participants.
• If the minimum of 6 participants is not reached our Guest relations Coordinator will contact you to reschedule the tour.

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Swimwear
• Towel
• Sunscreen