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Pick Up & Drop Off - Available
Transfers are available as an optional extra for additional charge
Duration
3-Hours Approximately
Live tour guide
Explore with an expert guide who speaks English.
Mnemba island Tour & Dolphins Trip Highlight
Mnemba Island Tour Zanzibar
Discover the beauty of Mnemba Island Zanzibar on an unforgettable snorkeling and boat tour. Explore crystal-clear tropical waters, colorful coral reefs and vibrant marine life while enjoying a relaxing day on the Indian Ocean. Depending on sea and wildlife conditions, you may also have the opportunity to spot dolphins in their natural environment.
Our Mnemba Island Tour from Zanzibar is ideal for couples, families, friends and anyone looking to experience some of the island’s most beautiful marine scenery.
Mnemba Island Snorkeling Tour
Mnemba Island is one of Zanzibar’s most popular destinations for snorkeling and marine experiences. The surrounding waters are known for colorful coral reefs and a variety of tropical fish, making this area an exciting place to explore beneath the surface.
During your Mnemba Island snorkeling tour, you’ll travel by boat to the snorkeling area, where you can swim and discover the underwater world with your guide.
Whether you’re a first-time snorkeler or already experienced in the water, this experience offers a relaxing way to enjoy Zanzibar’s tropical coastline.
Mnemba Island Dolphin Experience
One of the highlights many visitors hope to experience around Mnemba is seeing dolphins in their natural environment.
Wild dolphins can sometimes be spotted in the surrounding waters, but sightings are never guaranteed because they are free-ranging animals. Our guides will look for them while respecting responsible wildlife-viewing practices.
If conditions are suitable, you may have the opportunity to observe dolphins from the boat and enjoy this memorable part of your Zanzibar experience.
What to Expect on Your Mnemba Island Tour
- Scenic boat trip along the Zanzibar coast
- Snorkeling in the surrounding Mnemba waters
- Exploring colorful coral reefs and tropical fish
- Opportunity to see dolphins in the wild
- Relaxing on a beautiful sandbank when conditions allow
- Swimming in clear tropical waters
- Fresh tropical fruits and refreshments
- Time to enjoy the scenery and take photos Activities and sandbank stops depend on tides, weather and sea conditions.
Best Time for a Mnemba Island Tour
The best time for a Mnemba Island snorkeling tour generally depends on the weather, tides and sea conditions. Morning trips are popular because the sea can be calmer and the conditions can be suitable for snorkeling.
Because tides and marine conditions change from day to day, we recommend checking the conditions and the day’s tide before confirming your departure time.
Mnemba Island Tour Price
Our Mnemba Island Tour price depends on the type of experience, number of travelers and whether you choose a private or other available option.
From $60 per person
For the most accurate price, contact us with your travel date and number of people and we’ll provide the available option and total price.
This half-day snorkeling adventure is perfect for ocean lovers, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced snorkeler.
Enjoy a scenic boat ride to Mnemba, where you’ll explore the breathtaking underwater world.
Pick-up & Transfer (If Arranged)
Start your journey with a hotel pick-up and transfer to the departure point at Matemwe Beach.
Boat Ride to Mnemba Atoll
- Board a traditional dhow or speedboat and enjoy a scenic ride across Zanzibar’s turquoise waters.
Snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll
- Explore crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life.
- Spot colorful fish, sea turtles, and other fascinating sea creatures.
Refreshments & Relaxation
After snorkeling, enjoy a fruit platter with fresh tropical delights.
Boat Ride Back & Hotel Drop-off (If Arranged)
Return to Zanzibar and transfer back to your hotel with memories of an unforgettable snorkeling adventure!
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1 Person
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€85 Private Tour No Sharing Tour |
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2 People
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€45 Private Tour No Sharing Tour |
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3-6 People
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€37 Private Tour No Sharing Tour |
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7-14 People
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€35 Private Tour No Sharing Tour |
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15-28 People
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MORE DISCOUNT
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28+ People
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MORE DISCOUNT
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NOTE: Transport costs are not included in the listed prices, as they depend on your hotel’s location. Contact us for a quote that includes transfer costs based on your hotel.
Price Includes
- Professional Tour guide; English
- Boat
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Tropical Fruits
- Bottle of water
- All Government Fees
- Hotel Pick up/ Drop-off; for extra charge.
The best time for dolphin spotting in Zanzibar is in the early morning (between 6:00 AM Or 7:00AM During these hours, dolphins are most active. these time is going to be a perfect time to swim with dolphins if we start our trip late time we will not have a good time to swim with them because of the too much boats, that time will be so Dangerous.
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Amazing expirence,Many things can be explored,Very kind people. Everything was excellent,Arrangement,Price and verymba helpful tour guides,we enjoyed too much ,we were so luckiy in Safari with Lions watching ,also in Mnemba island tour we swam with dolphins and have amazing videos so close.Verified
The Perfect Safari Hello Everything went okay All members of your staff were perfect The driver that picked us up and dropped us was very professional Your colleague at the airport and the air company were spectacular. We had very lucky in the Safari, the driver and the guide were excellent and we even saw a lion. We had a great lunch as well. Congratulations to your company, all of it was really great organized Thank you very muchVerified
Great Spice Farm & Jozani Forest Tour I did the Spice Farm and Jozani Forest combination tour with Zanzibar Ibrahim Tour. I was travelling alone and had the tour to myself, which made it a very relaxed and personal experience. The Spice Farm was very interesting with a knowledgeable guide, followed by a delicious local lunch. Afterwards, we went to Jozani Forest, where we were very lucky and quickly found a large group of Zanzibar Red Colobus Monkeys. Everything was well organized from pickup to drop-off, and I felt safe and well looked after throughout the whole tour. A great experience and definitely recommended!Verified
A wonderful memory! Ibrahim was truly fantastic; he knows his country like the back of his hand and showed it to us with such joy. Ibrahim speaks French, which is quite rare in Zanzibar for a local guide.
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Day safari We went for the day safari and it was incredible. Our guide knew so much about the animals and where to spot them. The trip was seamless from the start to finished.Verified
Top! We had tours with Ibrahim (Mnemba-dolphins), village, Stone town, Jozani, Sallam cave, Nakupenda, Prison Island... they was all amazing! Very trustible, friendly,... we had really got time on each and my kids really enjoy all of them!Verified
Good service, definitely recommended. Fast communication, great service. Right on time and the drivers drive very carefully.
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Maluun Caves and round-trip transfer: The trip was wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The driver was very courteous, as was the staff at Maluun Cave. Maluun Cave is a very picturesque place. Snorkeling equipment, water shoes, life jackets (if needed), and towels (very good quality) are provided free of charge. The entire area is very clean. We were also able to observe the monkeys, which can be seen in Jonazi National Park, very closely. Massages are also available. There is a restaurant on site serving light meals. We highly recommend this trip.
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Great day at sea We had a lovely 3-hours tour with "Zanzibar Ibrahim Tours" which included snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon and starfish sightings. The snorkeling was amazing and we were very excited to see so many colorful starfish. Captain Moses was lovely, he served us a wonder platter of tropical fruits. Thank you Ibrahim and team! 👏🏾Verified
Stone Town - Spice Farm - prison Island "Stone Town - Spice Farm - prison Island" Tour - three in one day - was perfect - driver picked us up in time and was very friendly - the guide Usman was awesome - answered all our questions - perfect organisation per WhatsApp two days before - playing cash in € was no problem - ist was a very privat tour just for our family of fourVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Mnemba snorkeling trip FAQs
Do I need snorkeling experience?
No, beginners are welcome! Our guides will provide basic instructions.
What should I bring?
- swimsuit & towel
- Sunscreen & sunglasses
- Waterproof camera
Can I combine this tour with other activities?
Yes! Popular combos include:
- Mnemba Snorkeling + Nungwi Beach Visit
- Mnemba Snorkeling + Spice Farm Tour
- Mnemba Snorkeling + Swimming with Turtles Nungwi or Southern East
