Last updated: 16.01.24

When you visit Zanzibar you can’t skip a snorkeling tour around Mnemba Island with the clearest water and colorful fish. The tour also includes a stop at a sand bank – A true paradise!

On our way to our snorkeling spot we were lucky to spot and swim with dolphins.

Such a memorable tour!

In this travel blog post you can read more details about the tour.

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Zanzibar snorkeling tour: Snorkeling around Mnemba Island and visiting a postcard worthy sand bank

Imagine taking a break after an adventurous safari in Tanzania on the Tanzanian island Zanzibar. You’re looking for a water activity to do in the beautiful turquoise water.
Then you’re at the right place. Mnemba island snorkeling tour is a bucket list worthy experiences when you visit Zanzibar.

Here is what you should know about a Mnemba snorkeling and sandbank tour:

Location:

Around Mnemba Island in the north of Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Information about the tour:

This boat trip includes snorkeling with colorful fish in the clear water close to Mnemba Island (fun fact: the island is owned by Bill Gates), after that you visit a sandbank.

If you’re lucky you will see or even swim with dolphins on your trip (try to avoid boats that chase them too much).

Starting point:

Our tour started at Nungwi beach, Zanzibar.

Starting time:

The tour starts in the morning.

Price:

The price depends on the place you book it and your negotiating skills. We paid $30 per person with transportation from our hostel to the starting point + some tips for the boat crew.

I have heard prices can be as low as $20.

Duration:

Our trip took approximately 4 hours.

To bring on the tour:

Underwater camera/waterproof case for your phone, sunscreen + t-shirt to cover your back (the sun is strong (UV12), I got a sunburn on my back while snorkeling) and if you have your own snorkel equipment bring it.

Booking:

We booked our trip through our hostel.

If you prefer booking before you arrive at Zanzibar, you can check out my favorite site for booking travel activities and find a similar tour – Viator.

Here you can find the following tours and more information about them:

• Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin $55
• Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef from Nungwi $55
• Mnemba Atoll $85
• Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef $93

If you’re interested, they have many more tours to choose from on their site.

Other:

Don’t expect to have the place to yourself. It’s a popular snorkeling tour from Zanzibar.

I just love snorkeling tours and clear water! This tour is definitely a must do when you visit Zanzibar.