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Highlights
- Enjoy a full-day tour between Mnemba Island and Kendwa Beach with dolphin watching, reef time in clear water, and a sunset finish on Zanzibar's north coast.
- Spend a full day between Mnemba Island and Kendwa Beach with dolphin watching, reef time in clear water, and a sunset finish on Zanzibar's north coast.
- Start with hotel pickup and included drop-off, transfer to your boat, meet your expert guide, and gear up with snorkeling equipment for offshore reefs.
- Cruise by private boat to Mnemba Island with entry included, snorkel using supplied gear, then visit Kendwa Beach, the fishing market, and enjoy lunch.
- Watch for dolphins with about a 90% chance of sightings, swim beside them, then relax as the sun sets and the Kendwa fishing auction unfolds.
- Select your preferred hotel area pickup variant, available for stays in the North, South, and Stone Town zones so your island day starts smoothly.
Your Experience
Explore Mnemba Island by private boat, then visit Kendwa Beach and Kendwa fishing market with hotel pickup and lunch included.
This is a full-day tour.
Getting started
Get picked up from your hotel in the North, South, or Stone Hotel Area, depending on the option you select. Travel to the departure point where you meet your professional guide and board your private boat to Mnemba Island. Once everyone and the snorkeling equipment are on board, you set off toward the island to begin your day on the water.
What to expect
Mnemba Island
Your day begins with a private boat trip to Mnemba Island, known for its clear water that is ideal for snorkeling. After your boat arrives in the area around the island, you spend time in the water exploring the marine life before continuing your day.
Features
- Use the provided snorkeling equipment in the quiet, crystal-clear waters so you can focus on the underwater scenery instead of arranging your own gear.
- Take advantage of entry to Mnemba Island that is included with your tour, so you do not need to purchase access separately.
- Spend time with an expert, professional guide who is on hand throughout the private boat trip to assist with snorkeling and answer questions about the area.
- Enjoy included lunch during your tour, giving you a planned break built into the day without needing to organize a meal on your own.
Dolphin tour, Kendwa Beach, Kendwa fishing market
After snorkeling, your route continues with the dolphin tour, where you head to an area known for dolphin sightings. The trip later brings you to Kendwa Beach and the Kendwa fishing market, where you can see both the coastline and local daily life.
Features
- Join the dolphin tour segment of the day, where there is a 90% chance of seeing dolphins and the opportunity to swim alongside them if conditions allow.
- Spend time at Kendwa Beach, where secluded white sand, gentle waves, and surrounding hills create a relaxed setting for a beach visit.
- Visit the Kendwa fishing market, including the auction sale area, to watch how local fish trading takes place at this coastal hub.
- Rely on included hotel pickup and drop-off and a guided visit to Kendwa Beach and Kendwa fishing market, so all transport and logistics are handled for you.
Inclusions
- Private boat trip to Mnemba Island
- Entry to Mnemba Island
- Expert guide
- Dolphin tour and visit to Kendwa Beach and Kendwa fishing market
- Snorkeling equipment
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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