Meet And Kiss The Dolphins On A Trip In Zanzibar : Are you thinking of having an uncharted beach holiday in Africa that will leave you with no regrets? If yes, Zanzibar should be on your bucket list. Zanzibar is a beautiful spice island, a thrilling tourist destination in East Africa that is endowed with the sweetest beaches and the remains of torn houses and forts, which represent the oldest architecture. A number of activities can be done in this idyllic island which includes snorkeling, swimming, chilling on exquisite white sand beaches, cultural tours, spice tours, scuba diving and swimming with the iconic dolphins.
What are the dolphins?
Dolphins are very intelligent marine mammals to the point of recognizing their mirror image and have the ability to detect sounds four times more than humans do. They are also afraid of humans and boats. They can’t harm you, but you can swim with them, and if you have that speed, you can catch them. However, since they are wild, you will have to be careful with them.
Some of best destinations for swimming with dolphins
Zanzibar has some iconic sites where you can go for swimming, which also proves to be extraordinary in terms of dolphin tours and snorkeling experiences. Some of these include:
Wattabomi is an iconic site on Pemba Island where you can learn to swim with Bottlenose dolphins or increase your experience. You can also observe varieties of species like angelfish, fusiliers, parrotfish, damsels, butterflyfish, cuttlefish and turtles. This location is better to get there in January and March; within this time, you would enjoy it as it is in the dry season.
Mnemba Island: This is an amazing private destination for snorkeling, where you can also swim with the Humpback dolphins comfortably without a crowd. When snorkeling on Mnemba, you can see sea creatures such as dolphins, green turtles, lionfish, snappers, starfish and Moorish idols.
Leven Bank is another site on Unguja Island, which is 15 km in the north of Zanzibar Island. You can swim with dolphins on this bank and may also encounter other dazzling aquatic species including pelagic species, Napoleon wrasse, and white-tip reef sharks.
Kizimkazi: To the south of Zanzibar is a fishing village called Kizimkazi, where you will meet the Menay Bay Conservation Area, which is 470 square kilometers in size. Here, you will observe many Bottlenose dolphins and can choose to swim with them.
What you need to swim with dolphins
Swimming with the dolphins means you need to carry some special gears with you. Actually, you will need snorkeling gear to be fitted with you when you want to have an anesthetic experience with these aquatic species. For safety purposes, you should put on bathing suit. Avoid swimming with electronic devices, watches, hats and jewelry to ensure your safety and the safety of dolphins.
Some important tips for having a rewarding dolphin tour include: Make sure you avoid disturbing the water when you enter the sea. Don’t touch the dolphin’s eyes, head or blowhole because you will provoke violence and the dolphins may be furious.
How much does it cost to swim with dolphins?
If you are looking to go on a dolphin tour in Zanzibar, you have to know the cost. The cost of a dolphin tour for a single person starts from USD 25 to USD 50, while for a group of five people the cost begins from USD 100 to USD 225.
Other things to do in Zanzibar
You can combine your dolphin tour with other unforgettable experiences, including:
Chilling on exquisite white sand beaches: Zanzibar is home to the finest beaches in the world, which will make your trip exceptional. You can swim, sunbathe, or drive a motor boat while on such beautiful beaches.
Visiting the Stone Town: After a joyous dolphin tour, you can visit the ruins of medieval Zanzibar in the Stone Town. In this oldest town, you learn a lot about the ancient architecture of the Arabians and Portuguese.
Visiting Jozani Forest: Zanzibar has just one national park, which plays home to the red colobus monkey. The park is about 50 square kilometers in size and is also home to small antelopes and various reptiles.
Snorkeling and scuba diving: Zanzibar hosts some splendid sites that are good for both snorkeling and scuba diving. These include Mapinduzi Reef located on Unguja Island, Prison Island and Nakupenda Sandbank.
Zanzibar deserves a special trip for every safari-goer. Everyone who puts a foot on the land of this magnificent island will never regret being there. You should consider it in your bucket lists for your next safari. What you need is just to contact a trustworthy tour operator and enjoy the magical views of wild dolphins as well as other unforgettable experiences in Zanzibar.
