SNORKELING · TANZANIA

The 15 Best Tanzania Snorkeling Tours

23 trips  ·  from $15 a head

The 15 best tanzania snorkeling tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are in the water and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.

From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure - Searching for dolphins without a forced performance
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From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

1.From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,043 reviews · 4 hours · from $50Our pick

Leave Mama Mia Restaurant at 8:30 for a four-hour Mnemba Atoll trip with CaptBarnabaTours. You will search for dolphins, snorkel over coral reefs, visit a tide-dependent sandbank, and enjoy fresh fruit. Guides such as Hassan, Ludo, Abra, and Hamis are praised for safety and respectful wildlife viewing.

“It was an awesome experience. The guide was great and let us enjoy to swim with dolphins a few times. We could see lots of dolphins and swim together. Snorkeling was good. The guide served lots of fresh fruits on the tine beautiful beach. Meeting up at mama Mia restaurant was a little difficult to find, but the staffs were wearing the uniform shirts with company name so I could feel relieved .”

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Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch - The dolphin search near Mnemba Island
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Mnemba Island: Dolphin Swim & Snorkeling with Optional Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 591 reviews · 3.5 - 5 hours · from $21

Set out from Muyuni Beach or add hotel pickup for a half-day trip to Mnemba Atoll. Your local crew takes you to dolphin waters, coral reefs, and white-sand shallows, with gear, fruit, and drinks included. Guides such as Khamis, Alex, and Ramadan are praised for keeping swimmers safe and relaxed.

“We saw lots of dolphins above and below the water which was truly exciting to see. The warning of the feeling that you’re out hunting due to the nature of spotting dolphins and pods is true and I’m glad I knew before booking.”

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Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin - Leaving from Mama Mia, Nungwi, or Kendwa
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Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin

3.Mnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 412 reviews · from $55

From Nungwi, Kendwa, or Mama Mia Restaurant, Captain Barnaba Excursions takes you by motorboat to dolphin waters, Mnemba’s coral reefs, and a tide-dependent sandbank. Guides such as Hassan, Ludo, and Ochu help with snorkeling, while the small group size keeps the morning personal.

“The boat is very small as are most on these trips here. The sea was quite rough out at sea with the little boat slamming into the water and having to hold on for your life. Every wave you got a bucket of sea water hitting you full in the face. WhRead more”

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - Starting from Nungwi or Muyuni Beach
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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

4.Zanzibar: Mnemba Island Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

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

Join Rasheed or another multilingual guide from Nungwi or Muyuni for a 4.5 to 6-hour Mnemba Atoll trip. Look for dolphins, snorkel among colorful fish, enjoy fresh fruit or lunch on the beach, and return along Zanzibar’s coast. Mnemba Island itself is private, so the tour visits its surrounding waters.

“Activity was amazing, Our guide could have been more helpful when doing the snorkeling as it seemed he's phone was more important. He was informed we had not done snorkeling before very disappointed. The boat man hola was absolutely fantastic he helped us alot.”

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Zanzibar: Safari Blue Lagoon Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch - From Zanzibar to Fumba by road
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Zanzibar: Safari Blue Lagoon Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

5.Zanzibar: Safari Blue Lagoon Trip with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 336 reviews · 7 hours · from $90

From Zanzibar, you’ll travel to Fumba, then sail by dhow to Kwale Sandbank, snorkel among fish and starfish, swim in a tide-dependent lagoon, and enjoy a generous seafood barbecue on Kwale Island. Guides such as Omar and Osman are known for attentive service and lively energy.

“I really like the snorkeling! fruits platters and sea foods was generous portion !”

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Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip - Meeting at Matemwe Beach by 8:30
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Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

6.Matemwe: Mnemba Island Dolphin & Snorkeling Boat Trip

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

Join a shared 4 to 5 hour boat trip from Matemwe to Mnemba Island for dolphin watching, snorkeling, swimming, fruit, and clear tropical water. Guides such as Lava Lava, Abdul, Nasor, and Lil Nasr are praised for friendly help, photos, and patience. A $10 island fee is extra.

“i loved the bright blue seas and the beautifull corals. got the opportunity to swim with dolphins and my guide called lavalava, was amazing and made sure i had a perfect experience”

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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef - Watching dolphins in the open sea
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Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

7.Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 104 reviews · from $104

This three-hour private outing takes you by air-conditioned vehicle and boat to Zanzibar’s northeast waters. With a guide such as Ahmed or Msomali, you search for wild dolphins, snorkel Mnemba Reef, and relax at a clear-water sandbank. Equipment, fruit, water, and hotel transfers are included.

“Fantastic trip, seeing the Dolphins under the water whilst we were snorkelling was the best experience of the holiday.”

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Mnemba dolphin & snorkel: from matemwe, pwani, kwingwa, Uroa - What the four-hour itinerary feels like
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Mnemba dolphin & snorkel: from matemwe, pwani, kwingwa, Uroa

8.Mnemba dolphin & snorkel: from matemwe, pwani, kwingwa, Uroa

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 74 reviews · 4 hours · from $52

From Matemwe, Pwani, Kiwengwa, or Uroa, you’ll spend four hours on the Indian Ocean watching for dolphins, snorkeling near Mnemba, and visiting a sandbank when tides allow. Guides such as Juma, Fau, Isaac, and Bakari help guests in the water, while fresh fruit and water are served aboard the boat.

“Juma the guide for the day was fantastic full of information and dived for us with a camera to film the dolphins! Thanks”

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From Paje/Jambian: Safari Blue Snorkelling with Lunch - Sailing through Menai Bay Conservation Area
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From Paje/Jambian: Safari Blue Snorkelling with Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 67 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $90

Sail from Fumba into Menai Bay for a sandbank stop, coral-reef snorkeling, lagoon swimming and a seafood barbecue on an island. Hotel pickup, equipment, drinks and guides are included. Plan for a long day, changing tides, strong sun and possible delays before boarding.

“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”

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

10.FROM NUNGWI; MNEMBA SNORKELING AND DOLPHIN TOUR

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

From Nungwi, you’ll cruise by boat toward Mnemba for reef snorkeling, possible dolphin sightings, fruit on board, and time on a shallow sandbank. The tour includes gear, a life jacket, a snorkeling guide, and optional hotel pickup. English, French, Italian, and German guides are available.

“It was nice, didn't get to see the dolphins much, so many boats trying to catch the sight at least, it was a nice experience overall”

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From Nungwi : Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure - Leaving Kulinarium at 09:00
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From Nungwi : Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

11.From Nungwi : Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 39 reviews · 4 hours · from $50

Leave Kulinarium or meet near Nungwi or Riu Jambo at 09:00 for a four-hour English-guided boat trip to dolphin waters and Mnemba’s coral reefs. You’ll snorkel among colorful fish, stop at a tide-dependent sandbank, and receive fruit, soft drinks, gear, and conservation fees for $50.

“Experiencia nefasta. No la contraten. La excursión comenzó una hora después de lo previsto (a las 9 hs). El transporte en el que se realizó es un bote muy precario, sin medidas de Seguridad mínima. No nos permitieron bajar a nadar con los delfines, solo avistarlos 5 minutos. Los guías no hablaban español, siendo que la actividad era en español. Las bebidas incluidas eran botellas de agua.”

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Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island - The 30-minute boat ride to Mnemba
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Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island

12.Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins in mnemba island

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 38 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $80

Set out from Muyuni Beach or Nungwi by boat for dolphin watching and guided snorkeling near Mnemba Island. Your crew supplies masks, fins, water, and fruit. Hotel pickup is optional, and tours run in English, French, or German.

“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 a bit of rain, got a bit of sunshine and we’ll be heading back with some iconic pictures and videos.”

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Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure - The speedboat ride along Zanzibar’s northeast coast
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Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure

13.Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $40

Meet at Muyuni Beach for a guided Mnemba reef trip with a 20-minute speedboat ride, two hours near the island, snorkeling gear, fruit, and water. Dolphin sightings are possible but never promised. Private and small-group options are available.

“Diving the reef behind Mnemba island was unforgettable.... we saw and swam with plenty of dolphins”

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ZANZIBAR : Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour - The Mnemba Atoll boat ride
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ZANZIBAR : Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

14.ZANZIBAR : Mnemba Dolphin and Snorkeling Tour

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

From Nungwi, cruise toward Mnemba Atoll for dolphin watching and guided snorkeling among coral, tropical fish, starfish, and possible sea turtles. The 6-hour trip includes boat transport, equipment, fruit, drinks, and hotel pickup when selected. Mnemba Island itself is private and closed to visitors.

“Very nice people. Loved the experience, totally recommend it. Quite a reasonable price compared to others with same tours”

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Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure - What the three-hour outing actually includes
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Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure

15.Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours · from $49

Take a private boat from Kendwa or Nungwi toward Tumbatu Island for about two hours of snorkeling and rest on the water. Gear, life jackets, fruit, water, government fees, and hotel pickup are included. Conditions can affect visibility, reef safety, and whether you reach the beach.

“Wij verbleven in hotel Riu Jambo. Vanaf het strand is het ongeveer een kwartiertje varen richting Tumbatu. De zee was bij ons rustig. Het was geen Dhow zoals beschreven in de omschrijving maar een gewoon klein vissersbootje. Voor ons prima, maar kan misleidend overkomen. Je gaat niet naar een strandje of het eiland zelf, je blijft op een aantal meters op open zee om te snorkelen. Er zaten wat leuke vissen, maar het is verder niets bijzonders. Prima ervaring maar verwacht niks speciaals!”

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