Where to Go: the 4 Best Private Dolphin Watching Charters in Tanzania

1.Private Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling at Mnemba Island reef

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 104 reviews · from $104Our pick

This three-hour private outing combines dolphin watching northeast of Zanzibar, snorkeling at Mnemba Island Reef, and a calm sandbank swim. Ahmed and Msomali are names linked with especially attentive service, though your crew may differ. Hotel pickup, a vehicle, boat transport, equipment, water, and fruit are included. Bring a towel and sunscreen.

“Great morning, got to see the dolphins and also sand bar and some Colorful fish. Pick up from our resort was great- AC van. We have 4 kids and loved it”

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2.Private/Sharing: Snorkeling with Dolphins Sandbank in Mnemba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $120Top rated

Set out from Kendwa at 9:00 a.m. on a traditional dhow for dolphin spotting, guided snorkeling near Mnemba Island, a seafood and chicken barbecue, and a low-tide sandbank stop. Water, soft drinks, juice, and equipment are included. The private boat suits families and couples who want space, with crew such as Matthias, Mbwana, Yusef, and Musa helping on the water.

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3.Swimming with Dolphins and Snorkeling Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Set out from Matemwe or Kizimkazi in a private boat with a captain who knows local dolphin areas. You will watch for dolphins in open water, snorkel above coral reefs, and enjoy fruit, snacks, and water before returning to shore. Hotel pickup is included from northern Unguja hotels.

“Die Tour war an für gut und interessant. Da es sich um eine Touristenattraktion handelt, ist der Andrang besonders groß, sodass alle 20-30 Boote gleichzeitig auf die Delfine stürmen, sobald diese sich an der Wasseroberfläche zeigen. Es wird das Gefühl einer Treibjagd erweckt. Sollte man dennoch Interesse an der Tour haben, würden wir empfehlen diese vor Ort im Hotel zu buchen, da es über Get your Guide doppelt so teuer ist. Dies gilt auf für alle anderen Aktivitäten. Die Prisonislandtour war sogar fast 3-mal so teuer im Vergleich zur vor Ort Buchung. Wir würden Get your Guide nicht nochmal verwenden.”

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4.Private Full-Day: Dolphin & Monkey Jungle Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $130

Start early from your beach hotel for a private day with dolphin watching near Mnemba Island, Jozani Forest’s red colobus monkeys, mangroves, Mahogany Forest, and Kuza Cave. Bakari has handled transport and timing well for past guests. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, and lunch is not included.

“Great driver. Guide at Jozani extre.ely knowledgeable. Great monkey experience! The Rock was amazing. Excellent trip - thoroughly enjoyed myself and highly recommend it.”

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