The crystal clear waters around mnemba island snorkeling are home to breathtaking coral reefs, fascinating marine life and a resident pod of dolphins. The pristine beaches, calm azure seas and picturesque landscapes around &Beyond Mnemba Island are irresistible for snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. All of the sites are easily accessible and only a short boat ride away from the lodge.

A Guide to Snorkeling at Mnemba Island: What to Expect

The shallow sea grass patches, sandy slopes and coral reefs just off the beach are a haven for small critters such as zebra snout seahorses, robust ghost pipe fish and leaf fish. Peacock mantis shrimp add bursts of colour as they scuttle between the rocks. Further from the shore, the coral walls drop steeply into the abyss. This underwater landscape is a favourite habitat for coral surgeonfish, Clark’s anemone fish and geometric moray eels. It is also a feeding ground for the ever-present school of orbicular batfish and a resident school of big eye trevally.

The Kichwani Reef site is one of the most popular dive sites on Mnemba Island where you can find a wide variety of reef fish. This site is also famous for spotting different types of marine turtles which include the green turtle, striped snapper and surgeonfish. The Wattabomi site is another scenic dive where you can spot a range of different species including moray eels, lionfish and triggerfish. The Aquarium site is also a must visit where you can see a variety of frogfish, puffer fish and jackfish.