Mnarani Natural Aquarium
Park · Nungwi, Zanzibar

Mnarani Natural Aquarium

Photo: KeMang?? · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Mnarani Natural Aquarium is a community-run turtle conservation project near the Nungwi lighthouse. Sea turtles live in a natural lagoon fed by the tide, and some are released back to the ocean. Visitors can watch them swim and learn about local conservation.

On day 1 of Zanzibar Beaches

Good to know

Tickets
Small entry fee paid at the gate
Time needed
About one hour
Best time
Morning, when feeding often takes place
Getting there
Short walk or taxi ride to the northern tip of Nungwi, near the lighthouse

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Zanzibar, TanzaniaZanzibar Beaches5 days · 14 stops
Mnarani Natural Aquarium is on day 1
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How Mnarani Natural Aquarium fits into a day.
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  2. 10:00Darajani MarketStone Town
  3. 11:30Christ Church Cathedral, ZanzibarStone Town
  4. 14:00Old Fort of ZanzibarStone Town
  5. 18:30Forodhani GardensStone Town
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Mnarani Natural Aquarium questions

What is Mnarani Natural Aquarium?

It is a turtle conservation lagoon in Nungwi where rescued sea turtles are kept and cared for.

Where is Mnarani Natural Aquarium located?

The park is in Nungwi on Zanzibar island, Tanzania.

Do I need tickets for Mnarani Natural Aquarium?

Yes. A small entry fee is paid at the gate and supports the conservation work.

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