Mnemba Island Snorkeling Extension, Zanzibar

Mnemba Atoll sits inside a protected marine conservation area off Zanzibar’s northeast coast, with consistently the clearest water and healthiest reef in the archipelago. This short extension is built purely around that one exceptional stretch of water.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrive Zanzibar, Transfer to Nungwi/Matemwe

A flight to Zanzibar, then a transfer to the north-east coast, the gateway to Mnemba Atoll.

Accommodation Options

Mid-rangeMatemwe Beach Village

LuxuryMatemwe Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 2

Full Day Snorkelling or Diving, Mnemba Atoll

A full day on the water at Mnemba’s protected reef, with green turtles, dolphins and a dense, healthy coral system.

Accommodation

As above

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3

Departure

A transfer back to Zanzibar’s airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Permits & Costs

Mnemba Island Marine Conservation Area fee	$4 per person per day
Snorkelling/diving excursion	~$60–$100 per person

Who This Itinerary Suits

Snorkellers and divers with limited time who want the single best patch of water off Zanzibar rather than a broader beach stay.

Tour Includes

All accommodation per itinerary
Meals as specified
Airport/resort transfers

Tour Excludes

Domestic flight to Zanzibar
International flights
Snorkelling/diving excursion
Visas
Tips & gratuities
Travel insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we swim to Mnemba Island itself?

No, the island is privately leased and off-limits to day visitors; the appeal is the surrounding protected reef, accessed by boat from nearby lodges.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

Snorkelling requires basic swimming comfort; boat trips that stay on the surface without entering the water can also be arranged for non-swimmers who’d still like to see the atoll.

Ready to Plan This Trip?

Tell us your existing itinerary and travel dates and we’ll confirm the extension within one business day. Get in touch to start planning.