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Kizimkazi Dolphins & Village

Day trip Half day Private From US$55
Overview

Out at sunrise from the fishing village of Kizimkazi to look for the bottlenose and humpback dolphins that live along the south coast, then a swim and a look round the old village.

The dolphins off Kizimkazi are wild and free, and the best time to see them is early. Your boat crew knows where they feed and keeps a respectful distance; when the pod is calm you can slip into the water with a mask.

Afterwards you visit the village and its old mosque, one of the oldest on the East African coast.

Highlights

Wild dolphins at sunriseSwim and snorkelKizimkazi village and old mosque

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. The dayKizimkazi Dolphins & Village

    Early pick-up and drive to Kizimkazi. Boat out to look for dolphins, then a swim on the reef. Short village walk before the drive back. We follow the local code: no chasing and no feeding.

    Kizimkazi

Price by group size

TravellersPer person
2US$63
3–5US$55
6+US$50

Prices per person in US dollars. Bigger groups pay less each.

When to go

Most sea days run all year. Calm, clear water from December to March is best for snorkelling; trips may move a day when the wind is strong.

  1. Hot and clear. Calm sea, great snorkelling.

  2. Hot and dry. One of the best months for the sea.

  3. Very hot and still. Rain starts at the end of the month.

  4. Long rains. Quiet island, lowest prices.

  5. Rain eases at the end. Green and fresh.

  6. Dry season begins. Breezy and sunny.

  7. Dry, sunny and busy. Great for safaris.

  8. Dry and windy. Peak kitesurfing.

  9. Dry and warm. Excellent for safari and sea.

  10. Warm and dry. A sweet spot before the short rains.

  11. Short rains, mostly afternoon showers.

  12. Hot again and busy over the holidays.

Included

  • Return transport
  • Boat, crew and snorkelling gear
  • Light breakfast
  • Village walk

Not included

  • Tips for guides and boat crew
  • Drinks other than water
  • Personal items

Good to know

One clear price

US$55 per person sharing. Send a request with your date and we confirm it with you.

Easy booking

A 30% deposit confirms your trip; the balance is due 30 days before you travel. Pay by bank transfer, card or cash on arrival. Booking terms

Make it yours

Add a day, swap a beach, upgrade a room or add a safari — just ask.

Are dolphins guaranteed?

No. They are wild animals. Sightings are very common, but we never chase or crowd them.

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