Zanzibar Swimming With Turtles Tour

Tour Overview

Swimming with turtles in Zanzibar offers a unique opportunity to interact with sea turtles in their natural habitat.

Located in the northern part of the island, the Baraka Natural Aquarium in Nungwi allows visitors to swim, snorkel, and feed turtles in a pristine natural lagoon.

This experience combines the thrill of close encounters with the tranquility of Zanzibar’s fresh ocean waters, making it a must-do adventure for nature lovers and marine enthusiasts.

Tour Details


  • Location: Baraka Natural Aquarium: Situated in Nungwi, a picturesque village in northern Zanzibar, known for its stunning beaches and vibrant marine life.
  • Duration: Approximately 4 hours
  • Availability: Daily, year-round
  • Price: $25 per person
  • Best Time To See Dolphins

  • The best time to see dolphins in Zanzibar, particularly around Mnemba Island, is early in the morning (from 6:00 to 9:00 A.m.). Dolphins are often more active during the morning hours when they are feeding and playing in the calm waters
  • We recommend to plan this tour for the morning to increase your chances of encountering these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
  • What To Bring

  • Swimwear: Bring comfortable swimwear for swimming activities
  • Hat & Sun glasses:
  • Towel: (Carry a towel for drying off after snorkeling and swimming).
  • Underwater Camera: (optional)
  • Personal Snorkeling Gear: (optional).
  • Tour Highlights

  • Swimming and Sandbank Relaxing
  • Seafoods BBQ Lunch; Octopus, Lobsters, Squids, Prawns, etc.
  • Tropical Fruits testing; Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapple, Watermelon etc.
  • Local Traditional wooden boat
  • unbathing
  • Tour Price

  • 2 < Persons .......................................... $60
    price per person.
  • 3 > Persons .......................................... $50
    price per person.
  • Prices includes:

  • English Speaking Guide
  • Swimming Equipment
  • Lunch (Seafood BBQ, Chicken, or Vegetarian options)
  • Tropical Fruits
  • Soft Drinks
  • All government fees
  • Hotel Pick up/ Drop-off
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