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15 Best Snorkeling In Tanzania

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The 15 most popular snorkeling in Tanzania. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

15 Best Snorkeling In Tanzania

Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch

Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch - Dolphin swim: what you can expect, and what to watch for

1.Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch

Most Popular★ 4.3

Swim with wild dolphins near Mnemba Island, then snorkel Mnemba Atoll Marine Park. Optional beach lunch, small-group feel, Zanzibar magic.

“The activity was great, we saw lots of things and beautiful water. IMPORTANT: If you are scared of the Sea and big waves with big water, then DONT do the dolphin part of the Trip. Sadly on our boat a person was to scared and we had to turn around so we couldn‘t see the…”

591 reviews3.5 - 5 hoursFrom $21by Yonazi safari ltd

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Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin

Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin - Dolphin Point Swim: The Main Event (and the Reality Check)

2.Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin

★ 4.5

Half-day Zanzibar boat trip with dolphin swim chances, Mnemba reef snorkeling, and a tide-driven sandbank stop. Pickup included.

“Great price, great experience, nice team. Took us in changed order once we saw lots of crowds and boats. Found dolphins in a location with just 3-4 boats so I got some amazing photos/encounters! Recommend for those who don't want a full day activity.”

412 reviewsFrom $55.00by Captain Barnaba Excursions

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - Swimming With Dolphins at Mnemba: Thrill Level High, Control Level Medium

3.Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

★ 4.1

Swim with wild dolphins and snorkel Mnemba Atoll on a 4.5–6 hour Zanzibar boat trip, with fruits and pickup from Nungwi.

“Firstly, what a great experience. Rasheed was amazing and lived up to the hype haha. Incredibly respectful, positive and made the whole tour worth while. Made sure we were satisfied, the dolphins were so majestic and we captured some unbelievable shots. We saw plenty of beautiful fishes during snorkelling and enjoyed fresh fruits. Defo a…”

352 reviews4.5 - 6 hoursFrom $40by ZANFAA TOURS AND TRAVEL

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Zanzibar: Safari Blue Lagoon Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

Zanzibar: Safari Blue Lagoon Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch - Kwale Sandbank: the white-sand photo moment that turns into real snorkeling time

Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip - Boat setup: what’s included and why it matters once you’re on the water

5.Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

★ 4.3

Half-day dolphin watching and Mnemba Island snorkeling from Matemwe with fruit, water, and optional pickup for $35 plus park fees.

“Absolutely amazing value for money and a must do activity! Driver arrived on time and as we were staying in Jambiani, we had to go to the other side of the island- about an hour and a half. However, the drive was very comfortable and pleasant- air con available and the driver was very nice,…”

152 reviews4 - 5 hoursFrom $35by Beach & Safari Holidays

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Zanzibar: Mnemba island Snorkeling & Boat Tour with Lunch

Zanzibar: Mnemba island Snorkeling & Boat Tour with Lunch - Getting there: Zanzibar pickup, van ride, and boat hop

6.Zanzibar: Mnemba island Snorkeling & Boat Tour with Lunch

★ 4.3

Half-day Mnemba Island snorkeling from Zanzibar with boat time, great fish spotting, optional seafood lunch, and a smooth hotel pickup.

“The Hotel Pick Up was organized well! We loved the snorkeling spot and saw lots of fish! We also saw some dolphins although we found it quite dangerous to get in the water with them when there were about 20 boats circelling the animals and not paying any attention to the swimmers. We were also…”

132 reviews6 hoursFrom $47by Beach & Safari Holidays

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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef - Where you go first: the northeast dolphin areas (and why early helps)

7.Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

★ 4.0

Private dolphin spotting, snorkeling at Mnemba Island Reef, and a sandbank swim in Zanzibar with hotel pickup and snorkel gear.

“Fun to see the dolphins and the snorkeling was very good. The 2 locals on the boat were very good about listening to what we wanted to do, and also led us around the reef when snorkeling, seeing lots of things. The evening before the tour, we got an email asking to change Read more”

104 reviewsFrom $104.99by The Sultan Tours

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Snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll

Snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll - How the 5-hour outing actually feels in the day

8.Snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll

★ 4.5

Snorkel Mnemba Atoll Marine Park near Zanzibar with hotel pickup, a private boat charter, and seafood lunch. Clear water, big wildlife.

“This entire experience was incredible. Mody was kind and patient. We went with our 6 year old son and he thoroughly enjoyed it. We ended up booking another excursion with Mody based on this great tour. The food was also amazing. 10/10”

97 reviewsFrom $95.00by Mody Zanzibar Tours & Safaris

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Zanzibar: Safari Blue Snorkeling and Sandbank Tour


From Paje/Jambian: Safari Blue Snorkelling with Lunch

From Paje/Jambian: Safari Blue Snorkelling with Lunch - Sailing in Menai Bay: why that protected-water setup matters

10.From Paje/Jambian: Safari Blue Snorkelling with Lunch

★ 3.7

Full-day Safari Blue from Zanzibar’s south coast with dhow sailing, sandbanks, snorkeling gear, hidden lagoons, and seafood BBQ lunch.

“Guide en français (comme demandé) la prochaine fois car incapable de nous dire 2 mots en français, il faut annoncé que le Blue Lagoon n'est visible que rarement selon les marées (donc pas vu!!!), avertir qu'il faut impérativement des chaussures pour marcher dans l'eau”

67 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $90by Island Adventure Tours and Safaris

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Private/Sharing: Snorkeling with Dolphins Sandbank in Mnemba

Private/Sharing: Snorkeling with Dolphins Sandbank in Mnemba - Snorkeling at Mnemba with gear included (and what to expect in the water)

11.Private/Sharing: Snorkeling with Dolphins Sandbank in Mnemba

★ 5.0

Private dhow snorkeling at Mnemba Island with dolphin chances, coral reefs, BBQ lunch, sandbank stop at low tide, and sunset sailing.

“This was 100% worth it! Never have I ever seen such beautiful beaches. What I liked about this was it was private, when you're on the water you'll see other boats crammed with people. The lunch was great, 10/10!”

62 reviewsFrom $120.00by Dream Dhow Zanzibar

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Private Snorkeling Tour with Pickup


12.Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Private Snorkeling Tour with Pickup

★ 4.3

Private Mnemba Island snorkeling with hotel pickup, 3 reef stops, coral fish, possible dolphins, plus fruits and soft drinks in Zanzibar.

“Drivers drove to fast had to ask him to slow down. No landing on a beach dumped in middle of a very rough sea for snorkelling, visibility poor and not much sea life. Sea became even rougher so we asked skipper to take us back to shore. Trip should have been cancelled or amended because…”

54 reviewsFrom $100by Cocos Nucifera Tours and Safaris

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FROM NUNGWI; MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR

FROM NUNGWI; MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR - Getting to the boat: pickup, timing, and how to avoid a soggy day

5-Hour Snorkeling, Swimming with Dolphins and Sea Turtles Aquarium

5-Hour Snorkeling, Swimming with Dolphins and Sea Turtles Aquarium - Timing matters: the 8:30 boat and about 4 hours in the water

Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island

Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island - Price and what you really get for $80

15.Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island

★ 4.1

Snorkel Mnemba Atoll off Zanzibar and try dolphin spotting on a half-day speedboat trip with fruits, gear, and pickup options.

“Amazing day overall, highly recommend. From the beginning we had a great driver, good music, good vibes. Our boat captain and his brothers were excellent, very knowledgeable and made us feel safe. The positive energy from the team was infectious. What a life they live swimming with Dolphins everyday. We saw multiple dolphin pods, got…”

38 reviews4 - 5 hoursFrom $80by Langentours and adventure

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