Turquoise water around Mnemba AtollWater & Snorkeling
Full-day · clearest water

Mnemba Snorkeling & Trip to the North

A full day combining the two best stretches of north-coast Zanzibar — a morning snorkel on the Mnemba coral ring (easily the island's clearest water and best reef), then transfer to Nungwi for lunch, beach time, and a slow drive back south.

Duration
Full Day8am – 4pm
From
MatemweNorth-east coast
Group
Up to 8Private charter
Best for
SnorkelersHoneymoons

You'll see

  • Coral ring around Mnemba Island
  • Green turtles in the shallows
  • Bottlenose dolphins (frequent)
  • Nungwi Beach & local lunch

Bring

  • Reef-safe sunscreen (strict)
  • Swimsuit, towel, dry bag
  • Underwater camera if you have one
  • Mask/fins included; bring own if you prefer
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Hour by hour

A typical day

Minute by minute, what you can expect. Times are a guide — we adapt to weather, tides, and the mood of the day.

08:00
Hotel pickup

Drive up to Matemwe on the north-east coast.

09:00
Boat to Mnemba

20 minutes across to the coral ring.

09:30
First snorkel

On the reef wall — Zanzibar's best visibility, often 20m+.

11:00
Second snorkel

Drift line along the south side. Bottlenose dolphins frequent at this hour.

12:00
Transfer to Nungwi

Boat or road transfer up to the north tip.

12:30
Beach lunch

Long, slow lunch on the sand at a local spot.

14:00
Beach time at Nungwi

Swim, walk the sand, watch the dhow yard at work.

15:30
Drive back

South through the spice belt.

16:00
Drop-off

Back at your hotel.

What's always included

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Licensed local guide
  • Bottled water all day
  • All park & entry fees
  • Equipment provided

Not included

  • Tips for guides & crew
  • Alcohol (where applicable)
  • Travel insurance
  • Spending money

Booking & payment

  • Book at least 48 hours ahead
  • 20% deposit, balance on the day
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • USD, EUR, GBP, TZS — all accepted

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