BARAKA AQUARIUM & SEA TOUR

– Swim With Sea Turtles
Nungwi’s Most Loved Experience Ever dreamed of swimming with friendly sea turtles? At Baraka Natural Aquarium in Nungwi, you can! This natural, ocean-fed aquarium was built by locals to rescue and protect endangered sea turtles. You don’t just see them – you swim, feed, and take amazing photos with them. Perfect for families, couples, and friends.No.1 Activity in Nungwi – 100% Safe, Clean & Ethical
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Swim and snorkel with endangered Green Sea Turtles Feed the turtles with seaweed – amazing photo moment
Natural aquarium filled with fresh sea water from Indian Ocean
Visit Kendwa Beach – one of Africa’s best beaches
Optional: Sunset dhow cruise & Nungwi Village Tour Support turtle conservation – your ticket helps protect them

FULL PROGRAM – What Your Day Looks Like

BARAKA HALF-DAY (Most Popular) – 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM9:00 AM – Pickup From Your Hotel
Our driver picks you from any hotel in Nungwi, Kendwa, or Stone Town. (Other areas extra charge).9:30 AM – Arrival at Baraka Aquarium
Welcome by our staff. Short briefing about turtle conservation, rules for swimming, and safety. Get your snorkeling gear.10:00 AM – Swim With Turtles – The Magic Moment!
Jump into the crystal clear natural pool! Swim alongside 50+ turtles. Our guide will help you feed them and take professional photos/videos for you. Water is chest-deep and very calm – safe for kids and non-swimmers (life jackets available).11:00 AM – Relax & Kendwa Beach
After turtles, we take you to stunning Kendwa Beach (5 min drive). Relax, swim, taste fresh fruit and have lunch at a beach restaurant (optional).12:30 PM – Nungwi Beach & Local Market (Optional)
Quick visit to Nungwi fishing village, see traditional boat builders, and local market.1:00 PM – Return to Hotel
Drop off with happy memories and hundreds of photos!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✅ Hotel Pickup & Drop Off (Nungwi/Kendwa)
✅ All Entrance Fees to Baraka Aquarium
✅ Snorkeling Equipment & Life Jackets
✅ Professional Guide & Turtle Feeding
✅ Fresh Drinking Water & Fruits
✅ Kendwa Beach Transfer
Does NOT Include: Lunch, Tips, Photos from aquarium photographer ($10 optional)
TOUR DETAILS
Duration: Half Day 4 Hrs / Full Day 9 Hrs with sunset
Best Time: Morning 9 AM – 11 AM when turtles are most active
Departure: Every day, any time from 9 AM – 4 PM
Difficulty: Very Easy – Suitable for kids from 2 years, non-swimmers welcome
What to Bring: Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, waterproof phone case
PRICE
Adults: From $35 per person (Half Day)With Sunset Cruise: From $55 per person
Kids under 5: FREE / Kids 6-12: 50% OFF
Group Discount: 4+ people = Special Price
Private tour available – no other guests!
WHY OUR TURTLES ARE SPECIAL & SAFE
We work ONLY with Baraka Natural Aquarium – the only government-licensed and ethical aquarium. Ocean water changed daily by tides
Turtles are rescued, healed, and later released to the ocean
No small plastic pools – big natural coral pool
Part of your fee goes to conservation
We do NOT support fake small aquariums where turtles suffer.