Baraka or Mnarani Turtle Aquarium Tour – From Fumba and Mangapwani

Baraka or Mnarani Turtle Aquarium Tour – From Fumba and Mangapwani

Discover one of northern Zanzibar’s well-known turtle aquariums on an excursion to Baraka Natural Aquarium or Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond. Arranged by Cruzeiro Safaris, this experience includes convenient hotel transfers from Fumba and Mangapwani, an English-speaking guide and the applicable aquarium entrance fee.

The tour offers an opportunity to observe turtles at close range and learn more about the marine life found around Zanzibar. The aquarium visited will be confirmed according to your reservation, availability and the arrangements operating on your travel date.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Baraka Natural Aquarium or Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond
• Observe turtles at close range
• Learn about Zanzibar’s marine environment
• English-speaking guide
• Aquarium entrance fee included
• Hotel transfers from Fumba and Mangapwani
• Suitable for couples, families and small groups

What to Expect

Your excursion begins with pickup from your hotel or an agreed location in Fumba or Mangapwani. The final pickup time will be confirmed after booking.

Travel to northern Zanzibar with your English-speaking guide and enjoy views of the island along the way. Upon arrival, visit either Baraka Natural Aquarium or Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond, as confirmed in your booking.

Your guide or the venue’s local team will introduce you to the aquarium and provide information about the turtles and the surrounding marine environment. Visitor activities may vary according to the selected venue, local rules and conditions on the day.

After the visit, meet your driver for the return transfer to your pickup point in Fumba or Mangapwani.

Baraka Natural Aquarium

Baraka Natural Aquarium is located in the Nungwi area of northern Zanzibar. It provides visitors with an opportunity to see turtles in a natural tidal-pool environment and learn more about the marine animals found around the island.

Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond

Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond is also situated in northern Zanzibar. The centre offers visitors an educational introduction to sea turtles and local marine-conservation efforts.

The tour includes admission to one of the two attractions, not both, unless a different arrangement is expressly confirmed before booking.

Responsible Turtle Encounters

Visitors should follow all instructions provided by the guide and aquarium staff. Interaction with turtles must be respectful and must not cause distress to the animals.

• Do not lift, restrain or chase turtles.
• Do not touch or feed turtles unless aquarium staff expressly permit it.
• Do not use flash photography when prohibited.
• Keep noise to a minimum around the animals.
• Children must remain under adult supervision.

Who Is This Tour For?

This excursion is suitable for couples, families, small groups and travellers interested in Zanzibar’s marine life. It can also be combined with additional northern Zanzibar attractions when arranged and confirmed in advance.

Included

• Hotel transfers from Fumba and Mangapwani
• English-speaking guide
• Entrance fee to Baraka or Mnarani Turtle Aquarium
• Return transfer to the original pickup point

Not Included

• Lunch
• Drinks
• Tips and gratuities
• Personal expenses
• Admission to both aquariums unless expressly confirmed
• Additional activities or attractions not listed under the inclusions
• Transfers from locations outside Fumba and Mangapwani unless arranged in advance

Important Information

• Rates are valid for travel from 1 January to 31 December 2027.
• All bookings are subject to availability.
• The minimum booking requirement is two adults.
• Children are charged at 75% of the applicable adult rate.
• The final pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
• Please provide your hotel name and location when making your reservation.
• The selected aquarium will be stated in your booking confirmation.
• Opening hours and visitor activities are subject to the aquarium’s operating arrangements.
• Children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian.
• Please follow the animal-welfare and visitor instructions provided at the venue.

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing and walking shoes
• Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
• Camera or mobile phone
• Drinking water
• Small amount of money for personal purchases
• Personal medication, if required

Book Your Zanzibar Turtle Aquarium Tour

Experience another side of Zanzibar with a guided visit to Baraka Natural Aquarium or Mnarani Marine Turtles Conservation Pond. Book with Cruzeiro Safaris for convenient transfers from Fumba and Mangapwani and a well-organised excursion to northern Zanzibar.