Tours & experiences

Private/Sharing: Explore Mnemba Island with a dhow

About this experience

Enjoy a full day trip to Mnemba Island with one of our traditional Dhows. Mnemba Island is a small island located outside the northeast coast of Zanzibar. The Island is famous for its crystal clear water and astounding coral reefs that have a wide variety of corals, sea stars and fish species.

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr
  • Private experience

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Sharing boat
Private boat

Plan your experience

Time on the tour9 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

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Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Bottled water
  • Seafood and chicken bbq lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Sodas and fresh juice

Not included

  • Beer: $5/each and wine: $20/bottle
  • Taxi from hotel to meeting point in Kendwa
  • Clear kayak $60

Itinerary and highlights

We start the trip at 09.00. On the way to Mnemba there is a high chance to see dolphins and you are free to jump in and swim with them. When we reach Mnemba you will be snorkeling in the beautifully corals and around a lot of colorful fishes while we prepare the seafood & chicken BBQ lunch. Water and soft drinks included. Before going back, you will also jump off on the sandbank if the tide is low.

On the way back you will enjoy a relaxing time on the boat with fresh seasonal fruits while we raise up the sailing and sail all the way back to Zanzibar during the beautifully sunset.

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Meeting and pickup information

  • At SPLASH Paradise flag at Kendwa Beach

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Dream Dhow Zanzibar

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 9 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–4; Youth tickets: age 5–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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