Tanzania · Dolphin or Whale Watching

6-Hour Dolphin Watching Tour in Kizmkazi with Snorkelling and Mosque

6 Hours Round trip from Kizimkazi Mkunguni Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a scenic boat ride to Kizmkazi village on the Indian Ocean
02 Swim alongside playful bottle-nosed and humpback dolphins
03 Snorkel at a vibrant coral reef in the clear Indian Ocean waters
04 Explore the historic 12th-century mosque in Kizimkazi village
05 Experience the beauty of Zanzibar's white-sandy beaches

Marvel at the white-sandy beaches, explore the famous tourist village of Kizmkazi, and enjoy an amazing experience on the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Swim with dolphins and snorkel at a beautiful coral reef on this short guided tour. You will also discover Kizimkazi's historic 12th-century mosque, a landmark with deep connections to the history of Islam, the Persian world, and East Africa.

You will also discover Kizimkazi's historic 12th-century mosque, a landmark with deep connections to the history of Islam, the Persian world, and East Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kizmkazi Dolphin Watching, Snorkelling, and Village Discovery

Have breakfast and depart by boat to Kizmkazi, situated on the northern part of the island. Kizmkazi is a famous fishing village and home to several bottle-nosed dolphins and humpback dolphins. The boat will take you out into the clear turquoise-blue waters of the Indian Ocean, where the chances of encountering dolphins are about 80%.
Swim with the dolphins, snorkel at a beautiful coral reef, and enjoy the Indian Ocean waters here. Kizimkazi is also known for its historic old mosque, built in the 12th century. This old mosque in Kizimkazi village carries a great history connected to Islam, the Persian world, and the East African region, which is why it remains a famous tourist attraction for both locals and international visitors.

The route