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Top 15 Kendwa Tours

24 tours  ·  from $18

The good kendwa tours fill up weeks out and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure - Starting from Mama Mia at 8:30
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From Kendwa: Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

1.Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,043 reviews · 4 hours · from $50Our pick

Set out from Mama Mia near Kendwa at 8:30 for a four-hour English-guided boat trip with Captbarnabatours. Search for dolphins respectfully, snorkel Mnemba Atoll, and visit a disappearing sandbank when tides allow. Captain Ludo, Hassan, Hamis, Abra, and Ebra are among the crew praised for careful, friendly support.

“The tour was simply amazing. We swam with many dolphins, and it was an unforgettable experience. What we really appreciated was that the dolphins were not chased. Sometimes we were completely alone with them in the open sea, which felt very special and respectful. The driver and the guide were incredibly kind and friendly. We also enjoyed delicious fresh fruit on the sandbank. There was enough time for snorkeling around Mnemba Island, and we never felt rushed. We highly recommend this tour!”

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Mnemba from Kendwa & nungwi half day - Finding dolphins in open water
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Mnemba from Kendwa & nungwi half day

2.Mnemba from Kendwa & nungwi half day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $45

Leave Nungwi or Kendwa at 8:30 by fiber boat for dolphin watching, coral-reef snorkeling, and a possible sandbank stop near Mnemba. Guides including Juma, Fau, Isaac, and Tarzan help with equipment and safety. Fresh fruit and water are included before your 12:30 return.

“Incredible snorkeling and respectful dolphin watching – thank you Juma! I was unsure about the dolphin part of the Mnemba tour, but our guide Juma completely changed my mind. He made sure the boat kept a respectful distance and never chased the dolphins — which made the experience feel natural and meaningful. The highlight for me was the snorkeling: crystal-clear water, vibrant fish, and beautiful coral. Absolutely unforgettable! Juma was professional, passionate, and clearly cares about marine life. Just be aware: the sea can get rough, so not ideal if you get seasick. Highly recommend this tour !Read more”

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Zanzibar: Jet Car Ride with Drone footages (pickup included) - Kendwa pickup and the short route to the water
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Zanzibar: Jet Car Ride with Drone footages (pickup included)

3.Jet Car Ride with Drone footages (pickup included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 35 minutes - 3.5 hours Top rated

From Kendwa, you can drive or ride a water-borne jet car across Zanzibar’s turquoise Indian Ocean. The 15-minute session includes safety guidance, a drone filming period, life jackets, drinks, hotel pickup in Nungwi or Kendwa, and edited footage delivered the next day.

“It was magnificent. It feels like you're floating on water. The videos were so beautiful. I recommend this company”

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Tumbatu island snorkling tour : from Kendwa & Nungwi - From your hotel beach to the RIB boat
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Tumbatu island snorkling tour : from Kendwa & Nungwi

4.Tumbatu island snorkling tour : from Kendwa & Nungwi

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 51 reviews · 3 hours · from $45

Take a three-hour RIB boat trip from Nungwi or Kendwa to Tumbatu Island. Snorkel coral reefs with guides such as Isaac, swim in clear water, hear about Tumbatu culture, and relax with fresh fruit on a sandbank.

“This snorkeling trip was amazing! Good communication before and during the trip. Our guide Isaac was lovely and took care of everyone. Our captain was also amazing! In Tumbatu you can snorkle without that many other tourists around (which is a good thing). Definitely would recommend! Thank you so much! 😁”

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From Nungwi : Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure - The dolphin search near Zanzibar’s northern coast
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From Nungwi : Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

5.Mnemba Boat Trip and Dolphin Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 39 reviews · 4 hours · from $50

You’ll leave from Nungwi or Kendwa around 9:00 for dolphin spotting, reef snorkeling near Mnemba, and a possible white sandbank stop. An English-speaking guide, boat, gear, fruit, soft drinks, life jacket, and conservation fees are included. The four-hour trip returns by 13:00.

“Overall, 3/5 is fair. Dolphin snorkelling - a group of 10-15 boats were in the same area, and as soon as dolphins were spotted, all raced towards it. If you weren’t in the first boat, the dolphins were scared away by the time you got there. Still, the thrill of racing towards dolphins and jumping out of a moving boat felt like something out of a Mission Impossible movie, an expected adrenaline rush. The Mnemba Boat Trip - truly beautiful. Unfortunately, the journey from the dolphins to the island took an unexpectedly long time, but when we arrived, we were treated to some time on a sandbank where we were…”

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Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure - Two hours around Mnemba’s reef
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Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure

6.Snorkel Mnemba’s Reefs & Swim with Dolphins Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $40

From Muyuni Beach, you’ll ride by van and speedboat to Mnemba’s protected waters for guided snorkeling, possible dolphin sightings, fruit, and swimming. English-speaking guides assist beginners and can sometimes capture underwater phone photos. Dolphins are wild, so sightings are never assured.

“So much fun and they let you do so much outside of what’s said.. very very nice and waited for us when we were late- such an amazing price for an awesome experience!!! DO THIS!!!”

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kendwa: jet ski experience - Starting at Splash Paradise
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kendwa: jet ski experience

7.jet ski experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 31 reviews · 15 minutes - 1 hour

From Splash Paradise, an instructor briefs you before you ride along Kendwa’s white-sand coast and toward Tumbatu Island. Choose 15 minutes to 1 hour, with English, French, Arabic, or Italian instruction. Sunset rides and drone photography are available when selected.

“J’ai fait pour la première fois de ma vie du jet ski à Kendwa, Zanzibar. C’était absolument merveilleux parce que les instructions étaient claires, les mesures de sécurité bien expliquées et en plus on vous donne une montre pour connaître l’heure. J’ai aussi pu m’arranger avec eux pour choisir l’heure. La mer était calme et l’étendue pour faire du jet ski très vaste. Auncun bateau à proximité donc l’entière liberté de jet skier. Ce fut un réel bonheur et merci pour l’expérience Nathalie Rime”

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Coastal Odyssey: Kayaking Adventure at Kendwa & Nungwi Beach - Thirty minutes on a transparent kayak
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Coastal Odyssey: Kayaking Adventure at Kendwa & Nungwi Beach

8.Coastal Odyssey: Kayaking Adventure at Kendwa & Nungwi Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 25 reviews

Paddle a transparent kayak for 30 minutes off Nungwi, near Gold Zanzibar hotel. Staff provide a safety briefing, paddles, and life jackets. You may spot fish, coral, and starfish below, though the kayaking area is limited and the rental is unguided.

“This is a scam, I never visited the activity. The owner of this activity asked me weird questions if i am alone, and who i am with together it was very weird. And then he said that he took a look at my work website and talk about my nude pictures. I did not ask him anything about doing this. He went online and look at my pictures and talk to me about this and ask me if we can chat together. Really unprofessional. All I wanted was just to book a activity. I said I am not doing the activity with him because I dont feel comfortable with him…”

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Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure - Starting from Kendwa or Nungwi
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Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure

9.Discover Tumbatu Island: Private Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours · from $49

From Kendwa or Nungwi, a private boat takes you toward Tumbatu Island for about two hours of snorkeling and rest. Gear, life jackets, fruit, water, hotel pickup, and government fees are included. Sea conditions can affect visibility, reef access, and whether you reach the beach.

“Wij verbleven in hotel Riu Jambo. Vanaf het strand is het ongeveer een kwartiertje varen richting Tumbatu. De zee was bij ons rustig. Het was geen Dhow zoals beschreven in de omschrijving maar een gewoon klein vissersbootje. Voor ons prima, maar kan misleidend overkomen. Je gaat niet naar een strandje of het eiland zelf, je blijft op een aantal meters op open zee om te snorkelen. Er zaten wat leuke vissen, maar het is verder niets bijzonders. Prima ervaring maar verwacht niks speciaals!”

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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island & Jozani Forest Tour with Turtles - Snorkeling over Zanzibar’s coral reefs
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Zanzibar: Mnemba Island & Jozani Forest Tour with Turtles

10.Mnemba Island & Jozani Forest Tour with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25 reviews · 8 hours · from $170

Spend eight hours with a private guide such as Hassan or Salum, watching for dolphins near Mnemba, snorkeling coral reefs, walking Jozani Forest, and swimming with rescued sea turtles. Tropical fruit, water, entrance fees, and multilingual guiding are included, while a full lunch costs extra.

“We had a great day! We saw a lot of lovely animals and wonderful views. The Driver arrived on time and we saw everything we expected. Seafood lunch (extra cost) at the beach was delicious. Special thanks to our guide Hassan and driver Mohammed! They handled the tour very well.”

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Zanzibar : Swim with dolphin + Snorkel mnemba coral Reef - What three and a half hours in the water feels like
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Zanzibar : Swim with dolphin + Snorkel mnemba coral Reef

11.Swim with dolphin + Snorkel mnemba coral Reef

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 25 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $24

Take a morning boat from Nungwi toward Mnemba Atoll for guided snorkeling among coral, reef fish, and possible turtles, then look for dolphins before returning around noon. Gear, fruit, guide, and government tax are included only with the selected option.

“Nous n’avions pas pu faire l’activité puisque l’organisateur n’était pas au normes et nous nous sommes fait ramener par la police marine au port.”

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Kendwa: Tandem Skydive in Zanzibar - Arriving beside the Kendwa swimming pool
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Kendwa: Tandem Skydive in Zanzibar

12.Tandem Skydive in Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $542

Join an international instructor for a tandem jump from 10,000 feet above Kendwa. After a short briefing, enjoy about 30 seconds of free fall, 5 to 10 minutes beneath the parachute, and a white-sand beach landing. Photos and video arrive the same day.

“This is the most scariest thing i did in my life, this once in a lifetime experience . I made it! Mike was amazing person, his voice so calm made me feel safe and enjoy the rest of the skydive. All in all 10/10.”

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Spice Farm - spice up your life in Zanzibar - Walking through the farm, one scent at a time
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Spice Farm – spice up your life in Zanzibar

13.Spice Farm – spice up your life in Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · from $60

Visit Zanzibar’s rural spice farms with a multilingual local guide, smelling and tasting cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, ginger, fruit, and herbs. You’ll share a traditional farm lunch, receive hotel pickup and drop-off, and have time to buy spices for home.

“It was once again a great success. Everyone puts in so much effort. Simply fantastic.”

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Zanzibar: Sunset Dhow Cruise - Boarding Near Nungwi Beach and Sexy Fish Restaurant
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Zanzibar: Sunset Dhow Cruise

14.Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 15 reviews · 2.5 hours - 1 day · from $30

Join Amaya Tours for a 2.5-hour sunset sail from Nungwi Beach on a traditional wooden dhow. You’ll see the coast toward Kendwa, stop for photos or swimming, enjoy snacks and water, and hear traditional music. Hotel pickup is offered from several Zanzibar beach areas.

“Super relaxing cruise with an amazing sunset. One of my favorite things we did in Zanzibar”

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Stone Town, Jozani Forest, Sea Turtles & The Rock Restaurant - Stone Town: start with Zanzibar’s layered past
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Stone Town, Jozani Forest, Sea Turtles & The Rock Restaurant

15.Stone Town, Jozani Forest, Sea Turtles & The Rock Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 8 hours · from $169

Spend eight hours with a private guide and driver visiting Stone Town, Jozani Forest, Salaam Cave’s sea turtles, and The Rock Restaurant. Guides such as Hassan and Mohammed explain Zanzibar’s past and culture, while the flexible format lets you adjust time at key stops.

“Activity was great. We did not have much knowledge of stone town and our guide Hassan showed us points of interest which were great. He listened to what we wanted and made changes to suit us. The forest was great to see the wildlife and spent good time there. Good time at the turtles and went when not too busy and enjoyed the rock cafe. Our guide had good knowledge. Spoke good English and made sure we understood and answered all our questions. Pick up was on time. Car was comfortable and driver even played music to our personal taste which was great. Thank you to both Hassan and Arif…”

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