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The 15 Tours in Nungwi That Justify the Price

27 tours  ·  from $14 a head

Every itinerary has one free morning too few. These 15 tours in Nungwi are worth the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.

Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - Finding dolphins near Nungwi and Muyuni
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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

1.Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 352 reviews · 4.5 - 6 hours · from $40Our pick

Set out from Nungwi or Muyuni for a 4.5 to 6 hour boat trip near Mnemba Island. Look for bottlenose and humpback dolphins, snorkel with a guide over coral reefs, then relax in shallow water with fresh tropical fruit. Rasheed is often the guide, and hotel pickup, lunch, and private options depend on your booking.

“Rasheed was an excellent guide. He was friendly, fun and made sure we enjoyed our day! We saw some amazing colourful fish and managed to swim with the dolphins. I wish we had time to go again.”

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Zanzibar: Nungwi Turtle Aquarium Guided Half-Day Trip - Hotel pickup and the drive north
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Zanzibar: Nungwi Turtle Aquarium Guided Half-Day Trip

2.Nungwi Turtle Aquarium Guided Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 197 reviews · 2.5 - 5 hours · from $22

Travel from your Zanzibar hotel to Nungwi for a guided visit to the Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon. Feed green turtles with seaweed, swim beside them, and learn how the center helps turtles caught in fishing nets and protects hatchlings. Hotel transfers, an aquarium guide, and an optional Kendwa Beach stop are included.

“My husband and I had a wonderful time on this trip. Not only did we get an unforgettable experience with the turtles (which were all in very good condition), our guide also gave us an unexpected tour of a local village where we attempted weaving and coconut shaving with the elder and learnt about local culture. At no point were we pressured to buy anything and felt this whole morning was a genuine and welcome experience. Would highly recommend.”

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Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip - The ride toward Mnemba Island
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Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

3.Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 152 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $35

Meet your captain at The Mora beach in Matemwe between 8:30 and 9:00 for a shared boat trip to Mnemba Island. Snorkel over coral, watch for dolphins and turtles, and enjoy fruit and water on board. Guides such as Lava Lava, Abdul, and Lil Nasr have helped make this a friendly, photo-filled half-day outing.

“Super happy we booked this tour. The tour starts at the end of the road and we stay at the Mora so we just walk to meet the guide. They provide all the gears needed for snorkeling and nice life vest on board. We initially took a small boat then transferred to bigger dhow Boat which is a lot more comfortable for 10 people. The first stop was to find dolphins which our guide took our camera and took 11 minutes amazing video. We then went to sandbar and did snorkeling. The water is so beautiful and clear but the site to snorkeling is so so. The service on board…”

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Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed - The Helmet Makes the Adventure Accessible
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Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed

4.Underwater Walking Experience in Zanzibar,No Swimming Needed

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 83 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Meet near Double A Hotel on Nungwi Beach for a 20-minute speedboat ride to an ocean base. After a safety briefing, you walk the seabed for about 20 minutes in a special breathing helmet while guides assist and take optional photos. The activity suits ages 10 and up, but you must feel comfortable in water.

“Absolutely insane experience I couldn't believe I was walking under the ocean! No swimming, just pure magic, fish in your face, bubbles everywhere, and the vibes? Unreal. You have to try this !!!”

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FROM NUNGWI; MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR - Snorkeling around Mnemba
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FROM NUNGWI; MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR

5.MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 49 reviews · 6 minutes - 6 hours · from $45

From Nungwi, you travel by boat to the Mnemba area for coral-reef snorkeling, dolphin watching, fruit, and a stop at a clear-water sandbank. The tour suits beginners who are comfortable in the sea, with gear, a life jacket, and a snorkeling guide included. Hotel pickup, private groups, and four guide languages are available.

“The boat driver did a great job tracking the dolphins and we got three jumps out of the boat to swim next to them”

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island&Dolphin Swim With Optional Lunch - The dolphin stop requires realistic expectations
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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island&Dolphin Swim With Optional Lunch

6.Mnemba Island&Dolphin Swim With Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 39 reviews · 3.5 - 6 hours · from $18

From Nungwi or Muyuni, you’ll boat to dolphin waters and Mnemba Atoll for guided snorkeling, then enjoy tropical fruit on a nearby sandbank. Guides such as Fazhil and Rasheed have earned praise for calm, respectful outings. Lunch is optional, pickup varies, and crowded dolphin encounters can affect the day.

“we spent a very good time with them! è stato tutto molto bello, Fazhil è una guida attenta, disponibile e rispettoso verso gli ospiti, la natura e gli animali. Sempre sorridente ci ha spiegato e raccontato ogni cosa grazie ancora Fazhil. Grazie anche al mitico captain Philip, ci siamo immersi con i delfini e nuotato con loro rispettandoli e senza infastidirli! the best”

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Zanzibar: Nungwi Sunset Dhow Cruise - Reaching Nungwi Beach and the dhow Kilimanjaro
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Zanzibar: Nungwi Sunset Dhow Cruise

7.Nungwi Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 39 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $19

From Nungwi Beach, Uforo Tour and Travel takes you out on the dhow Kilimanjaro for a 2.5-hour sunset sail. Expect Indian Ocean views, seasonal fruit, loud live drumming, traditional dancing, and an optional swim near the end. Hotel pickup is available around Nungwi, with extra transport charges from farther locations.

“Lovely experience. Drummers and singers are loud if you sit near the front of the boat, so sit near the back if you have sensitive ears.”

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Zanzibar: Maasai village Tour with Sunset Dhow Cruise - At Maasai World Village, the tour gets personal
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Zanzibar: Maasai village Tour with Sunset Dhow Cruise

8.Maasai village Tour with Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 32 reviews · 3 - 5.5 hours · from $52

Meet a Maasai guide at Maasai World Village, learn about customs and daily life, and try traditional clothing. Then board a shared dhow near Nungwi Beach for sunset, fruit, and a possible swim. Daniel is one named guide praised for friendly service. Bring a towel, since boarding can mean walking through water.

“Goed, maasai dorp heel interessant en goede uitleg. Bij de boot moet je betalen voor je eten en drinken, alleen 1 ronde fruit, hou daar rekening mee. Je kunt pinnen en contant.”

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ZANZIBAR : Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - Dolphin watching near Mnemba Atoll
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ZANZIBAR : Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

9.Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 31 reviews · 6 hours · from $15

Set out from Nungwi by dhow or speedboat for dolphin watching and guided snorkeling near Mnemba Atoll. You will see coral reefs, tropical fish, starfish, and possibly sea turtles. Pickup, equipment, refreshments, lunch, and marine fees depend on the option you choose. Mnemba Island itself is off-limits.

“This Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour was absolutely amazing from start to finish! The team was super friendly, professional, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. We started the morning with a scenic boat ride over crystal-clear turquoise waters — and seeing the dolphins swimming freely beside the boat was pure magic! 🐬✨ After the dolphin encounter, we went snorkeling around Mnemba Atoll, and the underwater world was breathtaking — colorful coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, and even a few sea turtles! The guides were patient, helpful, and showed us the best spots. It was truly one of the best experiences in Zanzibar — relaxing, exciting, and full…”

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Zanzibar: Baraka Aquarium Feed, Swim & Snorkel with Turtles - Why the rehabilitation story matters
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Zanzibar: Baraka Aquarium Feed, Swim & Snorkel with Turtles

10.Baraka Aquarium Feed, Swim & Snorkel with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Meet rescued sea turtles at Baraka Natural Aquarium near Nungwi. You can feed them seaweed, swim in their natural tidal pool, and hear how the center protects local turtles. The visit is private, guided, and listed at two hours, though the actual time in the water may vary. Hotel pickup, entry, and equipment access are included.

“We would have liked to snorkel for longer but was super fun.”

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From Zanzibar: Mnemba Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Dolphine - Looking for dolphins without losing sight of ethics
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From Zanzibar: Mnemba Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Dolphine

11.Mnemba Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Dolphine

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 17 reviews · 5 hours · from $28

Set out from Nungwi or Kendwa around 8:10 AM for a five-hour boat trip to Mnemba Island. You’ll look for wild dolphins, snorkel among coral and colorful fish, and receive equipment, water, seasonal fruit, and local guidance. Hotel pickup is optional, and dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed.

“This activity is nice if you are a good swimmer i was not a good swimmer so as my friends and the boat had many people it was each person for himself the tour guide are supposed to assist those who are not very good and help them see the dolphins but unfortunately they were just jumping in the water together with the good swimmers watching dolphins and i was not so pleased on that then the snorkeling part it was great as they tried to assist whit a float for bad swimmers. The experience is amazing and they give fruit and water it was a lovely day met lovely…”

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From Nungwi: Guided Sunset Dhow Cruise - Meeting at Nungwi Inn Beach Restaurant
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From Nungwi: Guided Sunset Dhow Cruise

12.Guided Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 16 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Meet at Nungwi Inn Beach Restaurant near The Z Hotel for a three-hour dhow cruise timed around sunset. You’ll walk Nungwi’s white-sand beach, board a traditional wooden dhow, enjoy music, and watch the sun sink over the Indian Ocean. Bring cash, expect to wade through seawater, and do not count on drinks or hotel transfers being included.

“Fantastic energy! For all crew members, you are the best!”

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From Nungwi: Mnemba Island Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling - The 15-minute pickup from your Nungwi hotel
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From Nungwi: Mnemba Island Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling

13.Mnemba Island Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

From Nungwi, you’ll ride by boat toward Mnemba Island, look for dolphins, snorkel in clear water, and stop at Mnemba or Muyuni Beach. Ghandi has earned special praise for smooth guiding, though boat comfort and pickup arrangements can vary. The $60 price includes transfers, fruit, and equipment-related activities, but not a meal.

“Guides were so professional and know the place to go to enjoy snorkeling and to meet dolphins. We had a great time with this tour.”

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From Nungwi: Safari Blue Snorkeling Tour with Lunch - Boarding a traditional dhow at Fumba
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From Nungwi: Safari Blue Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

14.Safari Blue Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 13 reviews · 9 hours · from $85

From Nungwi, Kendwa, or another Zanzibar hotel, you’ll travel to Fumba and board a traditional dhow for a full day in Menai Bay. Expect sandbanks, snorkeling, lagoon stops, fruit, and a seafood barbecue with vegetarian options. Guides such as Serif and Hamis have earned praise, but timing, crowds, and transport can vary.

“great day out 3 srops fiest mangrove swiming then snorkeling not the best around the world but very very nice fish alot of them then sandbank and sea food lunch wich is very fresh and good”

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Sunset Dhow from Kendwa/Nungwi Magic Hour on the Ocean - A classic Zanzibar dhow on the Indian Ocean
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Sunset Dhow from Kendwa/Nungwi Magic Hour on the Ocean

15.Sunset Dhow from Kendwa/Nungwi Magic Hour on the Ocean

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $14Best value

You sail from Nungwi Beach at about 4:00 PM on a traditional wooden dhow, following the Indian Ocean sunset toward Kendwa. Expect ocean views, warm breezes, music, drinks, and tropical fruit. The cruise suits couples, families, and small groups, but seating and boarding conditions can vary.

“Tutto era ben organizzato, l’equipaggio era gentile e la vista sull’oceano indimenticabile. Consiglio vivamente questa esperienza a chiunque visiti Zanzibar.”

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