The 4 Swim with Dolphins Experiences in Zanzibar People Actually Book

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

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

Set out from Muyuni Beach or choose hotel pickup for a half-day boat trip near Mnemba Island. Local guides such as Khamis, Ali, Ramadan, and Marco Polo lead dolphin watching, reef snorkeling, fruit stops, and an optional Swahili or seafood lunch.

“We had an excellent time on this activity. We got to see dolphins and fish. The two men did a fantastic job keeping the energy up and providing us with information about the animals.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 48 reviews · from $60

Spend about five hours from Nungwi exploring Mnemba Atoll with a small group of up to seven. Snorkel among reef fish, look for dolphins, picnic on fruit and soft drinks at a sandbank, then swim with sea turtles at a natural lagoon. Suleiman and his crew arrange the day.

“I wish I could split the day and rate it as separate experiences. Sea Turtles - 5 stars - amazing! This was so special. We were taken off the boat and walked a short distance to the aquarium and into the lagoon. The guy who met us was friendRead more”

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3.Luxury Swimming with DOLPHINS IN MNEMBA and LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $130Top rated

Set out from Zanzibar City to Matemwe Muyuni for a private half-day sea trip. With guide Abu, you search for dolphins by motorized water taxi, snorkel near Mnemba Island, visit a sandbank, taste tropical fruit, and finish with lunch on the beach.

“decevant, il etait noté sur l'annonce de l'activité dejeuner, fruits de mer, nous n'avons eu que fruits jus et eau (abu nous a dit que le gouvernement n'autorisé plus cela mais dans ce cas supprimez le de l'annonce c'est mensonger), il etait noté eRead more”

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4.Zanzibar: Swimming with Dolphins and Snorkeling Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Set out by private boat from Matemwe or Kizimkazi to look for dolphins in open water, then snorkel above coral reefs with fruit, snacks, and water provided. An English-speaking captain leads the 3-hour outing, with pickup available from hotels in northern Unguja.

“Such an unbelievable experience!! A true highlight of our trip to Zanzibar and a must even if you aren’t going to jump in to swim with them.”

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