Swimming with Turtles in Zanzibar - Amazing An Adventure of a Lifetime! - Half Day Trip.
- Explore a beautiful of Lagoon.
- Feeding the Sea Turtles and take pic.
- Try tropical fruits like mango, banana, and pineapple.
- Enjoy a natural lagoon safe swimming.
In the north of Zanzibar, you can find one of the natural lagoon full of sea turtles. In Baraka Aquarium they are buying the turtles, caught by fishermen and they are releasing them back to the fresh ocean water in the lagoon. Use the unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles.
During the visit you can also feed turtles with sea weed or just spend your time in the water. Also, you can take snorkelling mask to dive and watch them in their natural environment.
Total price in USD includes entrance to the Aquarium for two people, private transport both ways.
Are you in Zanzibar or planning a trip to Zanzibar and looking for a place where you can swim with sea turtles? You are in the right place!
Swimming with turtles in Zanzibar is one among unforgettable experience that should be on every traveler’s bucket list. Zanzibar is a home to a diverse range of marine life, including several species of sea turtles such as Hawksbill and Green turtles.
Where To Find Turtles In Zanzibar?
There are several locations in Zanzibar where you can spot the turtles, but when it comes to swimming with them, there is only one place called Baraka Natural Aquarium in Nungwi beach. One of the most popular spots for the turtles in Zanzibar. Here, visitors can feed and swim with the turtles in their sanctuary.
Other Turtles Locations
Another popular location is Mnarani Turtles Conservation Pond, which is close to Baraka aquarium. This is a non-profit organization which was established as a response to the declining numbers of the sea turtles.
Here you won’t swim with the turtles, instead you will feed them and have a short tour to learn about the biology and behavior of sea turtles, as well as the conservation efforts being made to protect them.
Other places you can rarely spot turtles while diving or snorkling are at Mnemba Atoll Reefs, Chumbe Island Reefs, Nungwi Beach, Kendwa and many other marine areas of Zanzibar Island.
Pick up.
From other Coastal Areas
For clients staying in North, North East, and West Coast Area .
resorts/hotels
Pickup included
Drop off.
From other Coastal Areas
For clients staying in North, North East, and West Coast Area .
resorts/hotels
Drop Off included
- Pocketknife. What's a mango without a knife? ...
- A Full-To-The-Brim Reusable Water Bottle. Or four! ...
- Really Good Walking Shoes. ...
- A Sensible Backpack That Puts Weight on the Waist. ...
- Food and Snacks. ...
- Medical Kit. ...
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Respectful clothes.
- Headlamp or Source of Light.
- And more…….
- Fruit tasting & mineral water
- Return transportation from your accommodation
- Snorkeling gear
- Life jackets If applicable.
- Guide, and conservation fee
- Government taxes
- Tips and gratuities
- Other expenses and purchases
08:00 am
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advice at time of booking if required (lunch)
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
All cancellations must be made in writing to us at least a month prior to the date of arrival of the client. We levy the following cancellation charges.
» 10% of the total amount if the booking is cancelled 30 days prior
» 25% of the total amount if the booking is cancelled 15 days prior
» 50% of the total amount if the booking is cancelled 07 days prior
» 100% cancellation in case of no show
All hotel reservation require reconfirmation by the agent / customer at least a one week prior to the date of check in failing which hotels reserve the right to levy at least one night retention which is payable by the customer making reservation through us Villicon Tours & Travel Ltd. do not take any responsibility to make any refund on deposit to the clients until the same has been received by us from the hotel/s. If payment of the tour is through Credit Card charge then the contract is irrevocable. If there is any complaint regarding services it should be communicated to Villicon Tours & Travel Ltd. while the tour is still on. Refund, if any, will be made in TZS only in Zanzibar before the departure at the end of the tour, as per the conversion rate prevailing at the time of refund. In case of any legal dispute the Jurisdiction will be stone City, Zanzibar.
Refunds for unused services or shortening of tour due to genuine reason will be executed within 20 days of your returning to your home Country.
We are strongly recommended Any cancellation of a reservation must be in writing, either by e-mail, and shall only be effective upon its receipt and acknowledgment.
