1-Hour Dhow Sailing Experience in Paje with Sunset Option

1 Hour Round trip from Paje between Mahali and Zula hotel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Sail on a traditional local wooden dhow along Paje Beach
  • 02 Enjoy crystal-clear turquoise waters and views of Paje village from the ocean
  • 03 Catch a beautiful sunset sail toward the island, depending on departure time
  • 04 Combine the trip with snorkelling and a starfish experience, conditions permitting
  • 05 Be guided by local captain Chonja for a genuine local sailing experience

Discover the beauty of Paje Beach from the water on a traditional wooden dhow, guided by local captain Chonja. During this easygoing one-hour sailing experience, enjoy crystal-clear turquoise waters and sweeping views back toward Paje village. Depending on your departure time, you may also catch a beautiful sunset as you sail toward the island. If conditions allow, the trip can also be combined with snorkelling and a starfish experience, subject to tides and sea conditions.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Paje
Languages Arabic, English, Russian, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Local Dhow Sailing Experience at Paje Beach

LOCAL DHOW SAILING EXPERIENCE - PAJE BEACH

Discover the beauty of Paje Beach aboard a traditional local wooden dhow with our captain, Chonja, ready to welcome you for an unforgettable ocean adventure.

Enjoy the crystal-clear turquoise waters, stunning views of Paje village, and a beautiful sunset sail toward the island, depending on the departure time.

You can also combine your trip with snorkelling and a starfish experience in approximately one hour, depending on tides and sea conditions.

Meeting Point: Beachfront, between Mahali Zanzibar and Zula Beach Hotel.

A genuine local sailing experience, guided by a local captain.

Come aboard and explore Paje from the ocean!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Paje between Mahali and Zula hotel 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Swahili local captain with basic English
  • English local guide
  • You may bring your own camera, and we are happy to help you take photos.

What's Not Included

  • Tax is not included, as it may differ from one destination to another.
  • No food is included, as this is a short tour, but we can suggest the best local dish restaurants in Paje.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Paje Beach between Mahali and Zula hotel
Tour start
Paje between Mahali and Zula hotel
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 hour finishes where it began, in Paje between Mahali and Zula hotel.

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