ZANZIBAR · TOUR DETAILS

Blue Lagoon Guided Snorkelling

Explore suitable snorkelling water off the Michamvi coast with a marine guide. A simple reef outing with equipment, a tide-aware departure and time to enjoy the coast.

Duration
About 3–4 hours · tide dependent
Starts
Michamvi launch
Finishes
same launch
Travel style
Shared boat · guided snorkelling

Destination and activity photographs. Credits: Jorge Láscar from Melbourne, Australia / CC BY-SA 2.0 · MASOUD OBI / CC BY-SA 4.0. Full sources & licences

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THE PLAN

Your itinerary

MichamviBlue LagoonSnorkelling
MeetStart on the Michamvi coast

Meet at the named launch and check the day’s tide window. Fit your equipment, discuss swimming ability and hear the boat briefing.

SnorkelFollow the guide in suitable water

Visit the permitted area that suits the day’s visibility and conditions. Do not touch coral, stand on reef or handle marine life; photography never requires lifting animals.

ReturnA relaxed return to the shore

Have seasonal fruit and drinking water before returning to the same launch. An optional lunch or hotel transfer can be priced separately.

YOUR TRIP ARRANGEMENTS

What’s included

The itinerary below is the starting plan. Your written quote confirms the services for your dates and group.

Planned inclusions

  • Shared local boat, crew and life jackets
  • Snorkelling mask, fins, guide and buoyancy support
  • Applicable marine access charges, fruit and drinking water

Not included

  • Hotel transfers and accommodation
  • Travel insurance, tips and personal purchases
  • Activities or meals not listed

GOOD TO KNOW

Practical details

The starting estimate uses four adults joining a shared boat and excludes hotel transport. Blue Lagoon is a Michamvi-coast excursion, separate from Safari Blue in Menai Bay and the private Mnemba island. Water clarity, marine life and tides vary.

Tell me about food preferences, walking pace and access needs when you enquire. We’ll agree any changes to the route and price before you confirm.

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Share your hotel or arrival point and the activities you’re interested in. We’ll arrange a day or stay around the coast, tides and your travel dates.

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