Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Full-Day Private Hidden Beach Escape
• Mnemba Snorkeling, Dolphin and Baraka Natural Aquarium
• Horse Ride + Swimming with Turtles in Aquarium at Nungwi Beach
• 9-Day Cultural Tour, Northern Circuit Safari & Zanzibar Holiday
• Marine Turtles Tour and Kendwa Beach Relaxation

Tickets for the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon are currently US$10. If you come with a guided tour, the entry cost may be covered within tour fees. Most tours that stop at the lagoon start from US$55.

February is the best month to visit the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon, when the center's annual turtle release day takes place. Rehabilitated turtles are released back into the sea, while celebratory cultural performances take place, too. The date of the release day is typically announced on the center’s social media pages in advance.

The best way to get from Stone Town to the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon is to sign up for a tour that includes round-trip transportation from your hotel. Most tours also spend time in Nungwi Village, known for its dhow boats.

If you take a tour of the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon, you can expect to see plenty of sea turtles, including hawksbill turtles and green turtles. Depending on when you visit, you may also get to participate in a turtle release.

Yes, the Nungwi Mnarani Aquarium and Marine Turtle Conservation Lagoon is good for kids. It’s a great way to introduce older children to the importance of sea turtle conservation, while younger kids will enjoy seeing baby turtles up close. Just note that touching the turtles is not allowed.