Mnarani Marine Turtle Conservation Pond
Mnarani Aquarium
A community sea turtle sanctuary beside Nungwi Lighthouse that rescues green turtles and hawksbill turtles caught in fishing nets, releasing them into the ocean once grown. Feeding is visible up close.
The sanctuary uses a natural tidal coral pool connected to the sea. Nungwi villagers launched it in the 1990s to care for turtles that were accidentally caught or injured, and each year adult turtles are released around the full moon. Visitors can listen to talks and, under staff guidance, feed the turtles seagrass. Entry costs about USD 10, and proceeds support conservation and community education. It is near the lighthouse at the northern end of Nungwi village and can be visited together with Nungwi Beach.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Ras Nungwi Lighthouse
- Nungwi Dhow Yard
- Nungwi Beach
- Kendwa Rocks Full Moon Party
- Kendwa Beach
- Tumbatu Island
- Mnemba Atoll
- Matemwe Beach