Overview
Mnemba’s reefs are among the best in Zanzibar. Snorkel or dive with green turtles and reef fish, and look for dolphins on the boat ride out.
Mnemba Atoll, off Zanzibar’s north-east coast, is a protected marine conservation area with some of the island’s best snorkelling and diving. Green turtles, dolphins and colourful reef fish are often seen.
Boat trips leave from Matemwe and Nungwi; the island itself is private.
Highlights
- Clear-water snorkelling
- Green turtles
- Dolphins
- Beginner-friendly dives
Wildlife to look for
- Green turtle
- Dolphin
- Reef fish
- Moray eel
Good to know
Best time to visit
October – March
Getting there
By boat from Matemwe or Nungwi.
Where to stay
Visited as a day trip, with a private island lodge for exclusive stays.
How long to stay
Day trip
Key facts
- Status
- Marine conservation area
- Known for
- Snorkelling, diving, turtles, dolphins
- Access
- By boat from Matemwe or Nungwi
Seasons
Best months
June – March, with the calmest seas from about October to March.
Practical tips
- Use reef-safe sunscreen and never touch the coral.
Questions about Mnemba Atoll
October – March.
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