Marine Conservation Areas fees from 1st of July 2025

Zanzibar Hikes Marine Park Entry Fees

Visiting Zanzibar’s marine parks just got pricier. As of July 1, 2025, the Department of Marine Conservation has revised entry fees for tourists:

The changes aim to boost conservation efforts and manage tourist impact. Local Tanzanians will continue to enjoy free access, while East African citizens get discounted rates.
 

• US $25 for non–East African tourists

• US $10 for East African citizens

• US $12 for non–East African Tanzanian residents

Marine Conservation Areas (MCAs) in Zanzibar include:
 * Menai Bay Conservation Area (MBCA): Southwest Unguja
 * Mnemba Island Marine Conservation Area (MIMCA): Off northeast Unguja
 * Chumbe Island Coral Park (CHICOP): Near Stone Town, off west Unguja
 * Pemba Channel Conservation Area (PECCA): Around Pemba Island
 * Tumbatu Marine Conservation Area (TUMCA): Northwest Unguja
 * Changuu-Bawe Marine Conservation Area (CHABAMCA): Near Stone Town