Half-day Snorkeling at Mnemba Coral Gardens

Zanzibar City, Tanzania
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Don't feel sad if you're not a diver! A snorkeling trip to Mnemba Island will definitely satisfy all your wishes to experience a magical underwater world! Mnemba provides the snorkeler with the opportunity to view the best fish the Indian Ocean has to offer. A Marine Reserve, well known for its fish life like lionfish, moray eels, stingrays, and turtles swimming around in the shallows. Venture further out the reef drops away into a big reef wall inhabited by schools of giant trevally and emperor fish hunting, yellow snappers, barracuda and if possible napoleon fish and turtles. The snorkeling trips are accompanied by an experienced guide who will help you find the fish, answer any questions you have about them and ensure you are safe and comfortable.

Options

from Uroa, Matemwe & Kiwengwa

PICKUP FROM EAST COAST: This applied to those clients staying on East Coast (Matemwe, Pwani Mchangani, Kiwengwa, Pongwe, Chwaka and Uroa).
Pickup included

from Kidoti, Kendwa & Nungwi

PICKUP FROM NORTH COAST: This applied to those clients staying on North Coast (Kidoti, Kendwa and Nungwi).
Pickup included

from Jambiani, Paje & Michamvi

PICKUP FROM SOUTH COAST: This applied to those clients staying on South Coast (Kizimkazi, Makunduchi, Jambiani, Paje, Pingwe, Bwejuu and Michamvi).
Pickup included

from Stone Town, Kama & Chuini

PICK-UP FROM URBAN/WEST COAST: This applied to those clients staying on Zanzibar City (Stone Town Area, Chukwani, Mbweni, MangaPwani, Fumba, Kama & Chuini).
Pickup included

What's included

  • Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour guide
  • Boat charters and Snorkeling gears (life jacket, mask & flippers)
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car with air condition
  • Government Taxes (18% VAT), Waiting Charge, Fuel Surcharges & Service Fees
  • Mineral Water, Fruits & Soft Drinks
  • Visa
  • International & Local Flights
  • Airport Taxes
  • Expenses of a personal Nature

What to expect

Join us for an ultimate snorkel experience at Mnemba Atoll! Swim in the turquoise waters and surround yourself by the tropical fish from the Indian Ocean. During your snorkel trip, we visit two different snorkel sites at Mnemba Atoll. An experienced snorkeling guide will be showing you all the beautiful fish and marine life that can be found in the reefs of Zanzibar. You might even get the chance to swim with the bottlenose dolphins! (80% chance).

Explore the colorful reefs of Mnemba atoll during two snorkeling sessions in the warm and clear water of the Indian Ocean! On the boat, we serve soft drinks, fruit and delicious local snacks. Take pictures on the stunning sandbank (only by the low tide). There is time to relax on one of the most beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. You will not want to go back to your hotel.

This is the most popular snorkeling spot in Zanzibar and dozens of boats go there each day. Watch out for other snorkelers and swimmers when you are in the water.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pickups commence approximately 7 - 75 minutes prior to this time and it depends on the location of the hotel, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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