Baraka Natural aquarium
Baraka Natural Aquarium is an aquarium dedicated to local turtles. In Al Hoss there are turtles of different ages and sizes, but the largest is 120 years old. In this aquarium, you can swim in the turtles hut, feed it and see it from close up.
Baraka’s Turtle Aquarium is a rehabilitation center for injured turtles nestled in a cave, this natural tidal pool is where you are able to swim and feed these amazing animals. You will experience once-in-lifetime moments by swimming with the friendly turtles at the Baraka Natural Aquarium on Nungwi Beach in the north of Zanzibar.
The aquarium is actually a small natural pond – a grotto, which serves as a sanctuary for the turtles. The conservancy receives turtles which have been accidentally caught in fishing nets, and gives them a chance to recuperate before being released into the open ocean again. In Baraka Aquarium they are also buying the turtles, caught by fishermen and they are releasing them back to the fresh ocean water in the lagoon.
Join us in the north of Zanzibar, you can find one of the natural lagoon full of sea turtles. Use the unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles. During the visit you can also feed turtles with sea weed or just spend your time in the water. Its lovely to run your fingers over their shells and feel them next to you. There is plenty of food (sea weed) provided at the aquarium for you to feed the turtles. Also, you can take snorkelling mask to dive and watch them in their natural environment. The water can feel murky at certain points in the pond, but luckily, there is a shower on site. If you are not a good swimmer, you will have to make do with sitting by the edge of the pond since the water gets quite deep – up to 2 meters – so definitely we will bring a life jacket.
After the aquarium, time for lunch at a nearby seaside restaurant, savoring fresh seafood while overlooking the Indian Ocean. Following lunch, enjoy some free time on Nungwi’s white-sand beaches to swim, relax, or explore the local village. End your day with a peaceful drive back to your hotel, reflecting on the memorable experience.
TRIP DETAILS
- Departs from: Nungwi Beach, north Zanzibar
- Trip Duration: 5 Hours.
- Morning Times: 9 am – 2:00
- Afternoon Times: 1 pm – 6:00
INCLUSIONS
- Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour guide
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel in private car with air condition
- Waiting Charge, Fuel Surcharges & Service Fees
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Contribution to the local community
- Mineral Water During the Tour
- Entrances Fees
EXCLUDES
- Lunch or dinner
Meeting and Pickup
- Select a pickup point
Pickup details
- We will be pick you up from any Hotel/ Accommodation located in Zanzibar.
Start time
- 09:00 AM
End point
- This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessibl
- Most travelers can participate
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Free cancellation up to 2 days before the day of the activity. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
How to pay
- Book with 20% deposit, pay rest on your trip date.
When the you confirm your trip, Zanzibar star tours charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid on your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
Online Payments
To make a payment to Zanzibar Star Tour’s account using your credit card please click the “ PAY PAL ” button below to be redirected to our secure payment page.
PRICES
| No. of People | Price per person |
| 1 Person | $140 |
| 2 People | $80 per person |
| 3 People | $60 per person |
| 4 people | $50 per person |
| 5 People | $40 Per person |
| 6 + People | $35 Per person |
