Sea Turtles at Baraka Natural Aquarium

Get up close and personal with Zanzibar’s green sea turtles in their natural environment! At the Baraka Natural Aquarium in Nungwi, visitors have the unique opportunity to swim, feed, and interact with rescued sea turtles in a natural lagoon fed by the Indian Ocean. This is one of the most family-friendly, ethical, and unforgettable experiences on the island.

Location:

• Baraka Natural Aquarium, Nungwi – North Coast Zanzibar

• 1 hour 30 minutes from Stone Town

• Hotel transfers available on request

What to Expect:

• Entry into the turtle conservation lagoon

• Learn about sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation efforts

• Feed turtles with seaweed (provided on-site)

• Swim with the turtles in shallow, clear water (optional but encouraged!)

• Photo opportunities & guided explanation about turtle biology & behavior

Good to know

• Great for families — the water is shallow and calm, and children love feeding the turtles.
• Ethical — the aquarium cares for turtles rescued from fishing nets and supports their return to the ocean.
• Bring swimwear, a towel and a waterproof phone pouch for photos.

Combine it with

• Nungwi Cultural Tour — Visit the 16th-century Fukuchani ruins and Nungwi’s natural turtle aquarium at the northern tip of the island.
• Sunset Dhow Cruise — Sail a traditional wooden dhow as the sun goes down over the Indian Ocean.
• Mnemba Atoll Snorkeling & Dolphins — Snorkel the protected coral gardens of Mnemba Atoll, with a good chance of seeing dolphins and turtles on the way.

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