About this experience
It is undoubtedly the most popular place for snorkeling in Zanzibar and a must-do during your stay here. It is often called The Tropical Fish Capital since the place is well known for its large variety of different types of fish. Stingrays, Lionfish, Frogfish, Leaf fish and Zebrafish are just five of the over 350 different species that have been recorded around Mnemba Island.
Mnemba island is one of the best and popular spots in Zanzibar for its beautiful and colorful marine life to your eyes before even you dip your head, it’s a right place for having a premium snorkeling due to the presence of plenty of fish like frogfish, barracuda and napoleon fish and hard and soft coral reefs.
Mnemba island is very popular as dolphin destination in Zanzibar especially bottle nosed dolphins though it’s not guaranteed however can be spotted most of the days.
If it’s low tide you can have a good time at the sandbank surrounded with very crystal clear waters.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- guides fees
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- conservation fees
- soft drinks with fruits
- private boat
Not included
- personal needs like cigarette and alcohol
Itinerary and highlights
Mnemba island is one of the best and popular spots in Zanzibar for its beautiful and colorful marine life to your eyes before even you dip your head, it’s a right place for having a premium snorkeling due to the presence of plenty of fish like frogfish, barracuda and napoleon fish and hard and soft coral reefs.
Mnemba island is very popular as dolphin destination in Zanzibar especially bottle nosed dolphins though it’s not guaranteed however can be spotted most of the days.
If it’s low tide you can have a good time at the sandbank surrounded with very crystal clear waters.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pickup is always done at the hotel at which clients stay, pick up time it can be 7:30 or 8am. The whole tour is about 5 to six hours. Drop off is done at the hotel whereby our clients are staying
Languages and tickets
- Arabic — Guide
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mr Africa Tours & Safaris
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
What are the pickup arrangements?
The whole tour is about 5 to six hours.
Drop off is done at the hotel whereby our clients are staying
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