1-Day Safari Blue Dhow Cruise in Zanzibar with Menai Bay and Kwale

1 Day Round trip from hotel reception Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Sail through the beautiful waters of Menai Bay
02 Experience Zanzibar's traditional dhow-style boat journey
03 Visit a beautiful tropical sandbank
04 Snorkel around coral reefs and discover marine life
05 Relax around Kwale Island and its coastline
06 Enjoy a freshly prepared local seafood lunch

Escape to the turquoise waters of southern Zanzibar on a full-day Safari Blue adventure in the Menai Bay area. After hotel pickup, travel to Fumba, where your journey begins aboard a traditional dhow-style boat sailing across one of Zanzibar's most spectacular marine areas. Depending on sea and weather conditions, your experience may include a visit to a beautiful sandbank, swimming, snorkeling around coral reefs, fresh tropical fruits, and time to relax around Kwale Island. A locally prepared seafood lunch completes this ocean escape before your return by boat and transfer back to your hotel.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Zanzibar

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Safari Blue Adventure in Menai Bay and Kwale Island

07:30 - Hotel Pickup

Meet your guide and driver at your hotel, then travel to Fumba village in southern Zanzibar.

09:00 - Boat Adventure Begins

Meet the boat crew and board the traditional boat. Receive a short safety briefing before beginning your journey across Menai Bay.

09:30 - Sandbank Experience

Depending on tides and weather conditions, stop at a beautiful sandbank.

Enjoy:

Swimming
Photography
Relaxing
Tropical fruit tasting
Ocean views

11:00 - Snorkeling Experience

Continue to a suitable snorkeling location. Explore the clear waters and observe tropical fish and coral formations. Snorkeling is subject to sea and weather conditions.

13:00 - Seafood Lunch

Enjoy a freshly prepared local seafood lunch.

Typical options may include:

Grilled fish
Octopus
Prawns
Rice
Fresh salad
Tropical fruits

Vegetarian options can be arranged with advance notice.

14:30 - Kwale Island / Coastal Relaxation

Enjoy free time around the island and coastline. Relax, swim, take photographs, or simply enjoy the scenery.

15:30 - Return Boat Trip

Begin the journey back toward Fumba.

16:30 - Transfer Back to Hotel

Meet your driver and return to your hotel.

18:00 - Tour Ends

Hotel drop-off.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from hotel reception 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private ground transportation
Boat trip
Professional local guide
Boat crew
Snorkeling equipment
Tropical fruit tasting
Seafood lunch
Drinking water
Government taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

Tips and gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
Optional water activities
Underwater photography or professional photography
Accommodation

What to bring

Swimwear
Beach towel
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat
Waterproof phone pouch
Comfortable sandals
Change of clothes
Camera

Know before you go

Boat activities depend on tides, sea conditions, and weather.
The exact sandbank and snorkeling location may change according to marine conditions.
Dolphin sightings, where applicable, are wildlife experiences and cannot be guaranteed.
Guests should be comfortable boarding and travelling in a small boat.
Please follow the guide's safety instructions at all times.
Vegetarian meals can be arranged with advance notice.
Hotel pickup outside the standard service area may require an additional transfer fee.

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