5-Day Nungwi Escape & Mnemba Snorkel
Overview
A relaxed Zanzibar beach holiday based in Nungwi with a signature Mnemba Atoll snorkel trip, warm turquoise water, and postcard sunsets. Perfect after safari or as a stand-alone island break with flexible pacing for couples and families.
Access: Fly into ZNZ (Abeid Amani Karume International Airport); private transfer to Nungwi ~1.5–2 hrs.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Zanzibar → Nungwi Beach
Meet & greet at ZNZ Airport/Ferry and private transfer to your Nungwi hotel.
Beach time and sunset on the northern tip of Zanzibar.
Overnight in Nungwi.
Day 2: Mnemba Atoll Snorkel (Half Day)
Morning boat to Mnemba Atoll for reef snorkeling (mask, fins, guide included).
Look for colorful coral, reef fish, and (seasonal) dolphins nearby.
Return by early afternoon; relax on Nungwi beach.
Optional sunset dhow cruise (extra). Overnight in Nungwi.
Day 3: Free Beach Day / Optional Diving or Turtle Sanctuary
Leisure day on the sand.
Optional extras (extra cost): intro dive/discover scuba, reef dives, Mnarani Turtle Sanctuary, stand-up paddle.
Overnight in Nungwi.
Day 4: Optional Stone Town & Spice Day Trip or Full Beach Day
Choose a Stone Town walking tour + Spice farm day trip (with transfers) or stay beachside.
Evening at leisure; optional seafood dinner by the water.
Overnight in Nungwi.
Day 5: Beach Morning → Departure
Easy morning swim and check-out.
Private transfer to ZNZ Airport/Ferry for departure.
safari booking
4 nights Nungwi accommodation (BB or HB per selection)
Private airport/ferry ↔ Nungwi transfers
Mnemba Atoll snorkel trip (boat, guide, mask & fins)
Mnemba marine conservation fee
Bottled drinking water during tours
Government taxes/VAT
Flights/ferry to/from Zanzibar
Optional activities (dhow cruise, diving, turtle sanctuary, Stone Town & Spice day trip)
Meals and drinks not specified; personal expenses
Hotel local/tourist taxes/levies (if payable direct)
Tips & gratuities
Travel insurance and any services not listed as included