Zanzibar is a wonderful snorkeling destination with colorful underwater world that will leave you in awe. Snorkel into the waters and discover beautiful species of fish and astounding coral reefs, below our recommendation base on top rated places to go snorkeling
Where to go snorkeling Zanzibar tour
1: Mnemba Island snorkeling tour
Mnemba island is one of the most popular spots for snorkeling in Zanzibar, Although it’s a privately-owned island (meaning visitors cannot access the shore), guided tours below takes you to snorkel along the coast, while catching sight of the coral reefs and marine wildlife such as zebrafish and sea stars
2: Nakupenda beach/sandbank tour
Nakupenda Beach or Sandbank is located just near Stone town, Here you can snorkle and see the beautiful corals and fishes, relax on the sandbank, sunbathing, taste of sea foods and seasonal fruits.
3:Kwale Island snorkeling safari blue
Kwale Island is one of the many islands of the Zanzibar Archipelago and tiny at around 7km squared. It is not crowded making it perfect for Sandbank, Snorkeling at coral reef, swimming and relaxing at ocean surrounded by mangroves forests
4: Other places
Best time to go Snorkeling in Zanzibar: all year-round is possible, but best periods are from July to September and in January/February. The water temperature is very pleasant range from 75°F to 85°F/22°C t 30°C
Snorkeling Zanzibar price start from 35 USD per person all inclusive if shared tour, private tour price starts at 70 USD per person, see tours below