Best Places for Snorkeling In Zanzibar

Zanzibar attracts thousands of visitors each year because of its rich beaches, resorts, cultures, and historical attractions. However, it is heaven for divers and snorkelers too! 

Snorkeling is among the must-do things when traveling to Zanzibar. So, if you are looking for a place to do snorkeling in Zanzibar, this guide is for you!

Here at Moonlight Tours Expedition, we do all the best snorkeling tours for all types of travelers; Sole Travelers, Couples, Friends, and Family.

Best Places for Snorkeling In Zanzibar

• Safari Blue

This is the best full day snorkeling tour in Zanzibar. And we always do this tour at Menai Bay Conservation Area in Fumba beach village which is located south west of Unguja Island. This bay is extensively covered with beautiful coral reefs, Mangroves forest, and different attractive fish species which give best experience to the Snorkelers. We highly recommend travelers to go to this place for the best snorkeling experience and having fun for their Holiday. Safari blue is not just snorkeling, but visiting Kwale Island, relaxing on the sandbank, having seafoods, fruits and so on.

• Mnemba Island Snorkeling

Mnemba Island is located on the northeast coast of Zanzibar (Unguja) at Matemwe beach village. The Island is known as Mnemba atoll. This place is hundred percent best for travelers who only need to do Snorkeling, not other activities. There are so many kinds of fishes here compared to other places in Zanzibar, because fishing is forbidden. So, you will find different sea creatures like Starfishes, Moorish Idols, Lionfish, Snappers, Green Turtles and some time you may spot dolphins, especially during early morning.

• Nakupenda Sandbank

Also you can do snorkeling at Nakupenda Sandbank which is located 1.2 km from Stone Town beach. 

If you are staying or planning to stay in Stone Town, and you are on budget, then you should go Snorkeling at this place instead of Safari Blue and Mnemba Island. Because you will not spend money on transportation.

• Prison Island

This island is the most famous island in Zanzibar Archipelago. This is the place where you can see the giant Tortoises who can live up to 300 years. Instead of these giant tortoises, Prison Island offers a beautiful natural fish garden and a variety of species which give the best Snorkeling experience.

• Kizimkazi Snorkeling & Dolphins Tour

Kizimkazi beach is located on the south coast of Zanzibar (Unguja Island). This is the most secluded and tranquil fishing village compared to other places like Nungwi and Paje beach. 

It is impossible to mention Kizimkazi beach without speaking of Dolphins. Dolphins are the major attraction of tourists at this place. But, actually it is not hundred percent that you can spot Dolphins but most likely you can find them, about 90% you can find dolphins.

Here at Moonlight Tours Expedition, We provide Dolphin tours including Snorkeling at Kizimkazi. Even though, we advise travelers that they should choose to go Safari Blue or Mnemba Snorkeling if it is in their interest to do Snorkeling.

• Snorkeling In Pemba Island

Pemba is blessed with fascinating coral reefs and sea creatures which is best for snorkeling. Actually, there are not too many tourism activities in Pemba island compared to Unguja island, this makes Pemba island to be a virgin for snorkelers and divers.

If you will be staying in Pemba Island, check The Manta Resort offers snorkeling trips. This is the only resort you can find an underwater room in Zanzibar.