Nungwi Village Turtle Sanctuary: Protection and Conservation Efforts in Zanzibar
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3 Ratings
Zanzibar
Discover the Nungwi Village Turtle Sanctuary in Zanzibar, where conservation efforts protect turtles from hunting and support their survival. Join the annual hatchling release event and relax on Kendwa beach.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond - You will get to see and swim with marine turtles
  • Kendwa Beach - After enjoy with turtles you will get a chance to enjoy the beautiful beach of Kendwa
What's Included
  • Services of an experienced professional tour guide
  • Complimentary mineral water
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off from hotels around Stone Town
What's Not Included
  • Expenses of a personal nature
  • Guide tip
Additional Information

In 1993, a turtle sanctuary was launched by the residents of Nungwi in a sizable tidal pool located close to the lighthouse, leading to increased safety for the sea turtles against hunting and consumption. The aquarium is home to turtles of multiple species and various sizes, and is where fishermen bring any turtles caught inadvertently in their nets. Similarly, turtle eggs found at the beach are also brought to this facility for hatching. Once a year in February, there’s a distinctive event where locals, vacationers, hotels, dive centers, and conservationists join hands to help hundreds of baby turtles make their dangerous traverse from the beach to the vast ocean. Post the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to relax at Kendwa beach.

Location
Stone Town
Meeting point is near the house of wonder opposite to forodhani park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Fredfromfrance22
Feb 13, 2020
Amazing day at Nakupenda - People are very kindly and reactive. The trip with boat to Nakupenda was perfect. Thanks you for the tour
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Marionndishah
Oct 29, 2019
The Best Place Ever😍😍🤗 - It's was Home away from Home,We meet this tour guide by the Name Yusuf .Immersive tour We really appreciate and enjoy every moment with Him,He so caring and softhearted🎁 person who took good caring of us at the sandbank, the Rideboat, the Nyama choma, cassava Crips... Meet the tour guide ...
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