Zanzibar snorkelling tour to Kwale Island and Menai Bay

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You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar as per the coast selected. Please choose your coast as per your hotel area during booking, and insert your hotel name at check-out. - Stone Town: Mbweni region and Stone Town hotels - Northwest and Southwest Coasts: Mangapwani, Fumba - North and Northeast Coasts: Mkonkotoni, Kilindi, Kidoti, Mbuyuni, Kendwa and Nungwi, Chwaka, Uroa, Pongwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Michangani and Matemwe - South and Southeast Coasts: Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Dongwe, Pingwe, Michamvi, Kizimkazi and Makunduchi Experience the pristine waters around Zanzibar during this guided snorkelling tour to Menai Bay Conservation Area and Kwale Island. The adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel and a drive to Fumba, where your vessel for the day – a traditional wooden dhow boat – will be waiting.Once aboard, you'll set sail to your first destination, Menai Bay Conservation Area - Zanzibar's largest protected marine reserve spanning over 470 square kilometres. As you journey to one of the area's lagoons, your guide will share information about this important ecological zone. Upon arrival, you'll don a mask and snorkel before diving into the vibrant underwater world. The marine environment offers spectacular sights including sandbanks, coral reefs and schools of colourful tropical fish. After your snorkelling adventure, you'll have time to relax on land before continuing to Kwale Island.When you dock at Kwale Island, a delicious lunch awaits featuring fresh locally-caught seafood alongside tropical fruits and other Zanzibari specialities, all served in a beachside setting. After your meal, there’s more time for you to stretch out and unwind before starting the journey back.

Highlights

  • You'll explore Zanzibar's largest protected marine reserve, spanning over 470 square kilometres
  • There are two guided snorkelling sessions in crystal-clear waters with coral reefs and tropical fish
  • You'll sail on a traditional wooden dhow boat and visit Kwale Island with time to relax and unwind
  • Your full-day adventure features a seafood lunch with tropical fruits served in a beachside setting
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Facilities

Free cancellation
mobile
10 hours
Available in English, French, German, Polish

What's included

  • Entrance fees
  • Drinks
  • Guided tour
  • Snacks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Mask, snorkel and fins
  • Barbecue
  • Sailboat cruise

Not included

  • Tips (optional)

Where you'll meet

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Zanzibar as per the coast selected. Please choose your coast as per your hotel area during booking and insert your hotel name at check-out. Stone Town: Mbweni region and Stone Town hotels / Northwest and Southwest Coasts: Mangapwani, Fumba / North and Northeast Coasts: Mkonkotoni, Kilindi, Kidoti, Mbuyuni, Kendwa and Nungwi, Chwaka, Uroa, Pongwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Michangani and Matemwe / South and Southeast Coasts: Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Dongwe, Pingwe, Michamvi, Kizimkazi and Makunduchi.

Operated by

MIRA TOURS

Important information

Accessibility: * This activity is not suitable for guests who can't swim and for those with reduced mobility Know in advance: * Please confirm your pick-up place and time directly with the local operator at least 48 hours prior to departure. Contact details will be shared after booking * The exact pick-up time and duration of the tour may vary depending on the location of your hotel, weather and traffic conditions * Children under 3 years of age can join free of charge, provided they sit on their parent's lap if no seats are available in the vehicle * The trip is subject to favourable weather conditions Remember to bring: * A towel, a hat, sunblock, flip-flops or water shoes * Mask, snorkel, and fins are provided; however you are welcome to bring your own snorkelling gear if you wish

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