In 1993 the villagers of nungwi opened this turtle sanctuary in a large natural tidal pool near the light house and since then these sea creatures have enjoyed the degree of protection frybeing hunted and eaten. You can see many species and sizes of turtle and proceeds from entrance fees fund an education project for local children,hopefully demonstrating the benefits of turtle conservation

If fisherman accidentally catch a turtle in their fishing net,they bring it to aquarium, likewise turtle eggs discovered on the beach are brought here to hatch.

If you have been looking for that unique moment to be spent with nature,Nungwi may be the place to be visit the two turtle aquarium in nungwi “Mnarani natural aquarium and Baraka turtle aquarium be prepared to have an experience that you will remember forever

You will have the chance to see hawksbill turtle(ng’amba in swahili) and green turtle (kasakasa in swahili)