Tumbatu Island Snorkelling Tour
- Day trip
- Private
- 4.5 to 6 hours
- Zanzibar and the Coast, Tanzania
Overview
Tumbatu sits off the north-west coast and sees a fraction of the boats that Mnemba does. The reef is good and you will often have it to yourselves.
The day is spent snorkelling in clear water over the coral, with drinks and snacks served on board between swims.
The island itself is inhabited and traditional, and visitors do not go ashore without arrangement, so this is a trip about the water rather than the village.
Trip highlights
- A reef that stays quiet, unlike the better-known sites
- Clear water and good visibility
- Drinks and snacks on board
Rates per person
€63 per person, from
What you pay depends on when you travel, how many of you there are and the standard of accommodation you choose. Send us your dates and we come back with the figure for your party rather than a range.
Inclusions
Included
- Boat and guide
- Snorkelling equipment
- Snacks and soft drinks
- All government and conservation fees
Excluded
- Lunch
- Hotel transfer, which we quote separately
- Tips, which are always optional
Activities and transport
- Activity: 4.5 to 6 hours
- Travelling as: Private
Where it starts and ends
- The trip starts in Zanzibar.
Getting there and what to know
Pickup and meeting point
Boats leave from the north-west coast, near Nungwi and Kendwa. Tell us where you are staying and we will confirm the time and quote the transfer.
What we will advise you on
Send your dates and group size and we answer all four in the itinerary we send back.
The best months for this trip
Wildlife, rainfall and crowds change month by month, and the right answer is different for a migration trip than for a beach week. We will tell you what your dates mean for what you will see.
Weather and what to pack
Temperature, rain and altitude across the parks on your route, and a packing list for the season you are travelling in rather than a generic one.
Flights and how to get here
Which airport to fly into, whether to drive or fly between parks, and how the internal legs fit together. We will say when flying is worth it and when it is not.
Choosing the right lodges
What each lodge or camp is actually like, how far it sits from the gate, and what the difference between the budget, mid-range and luxury options buys you.
Booking request
Reserve Your Trip
Complete your travel details and send your booking request. We will confirm availability before any booking is final.
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Before you book
The practical reading, from the questions we are asked most.
