Tanzania · Cruise & Sailing

8-Hour Zanzibar Dhow Boat Tour to Unguja Ukuu and Menai Bay

8 Hours Round trip from Unguja Ukuu Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise from Unguja Ukuu village on a traditional motorized dhow boat
02 Explore the small uninhabited islands of Miwi, Nianembe, and Kwale in Menai Bay
03 Swim, sunbathe, or go snorkelling in the protected island waters
04 See the exotic flora and fauna of Zanzibar's tropical islands

Enjoy a special boat trip from Unguja Ukuu village, combining island cruising and time in the protected waters of Menai Bay. Ride in a traditional motorized dhow boat to the small uninhabited islands of Miwi, Nianembe, and Kwale, where you can swim, sunbathe, or go snorkelling. Along the way, discover the exotic flora and fauna of Zanzibar's tropical islands.

Head to the small uninhabited islands of Miwi, Nianembe, or Kwale in the protected Menai Bay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Zanzibar

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Unguja Ukuu and Menai Bay Island Boat Trip

Pick up from the hotel to begin the tour.
Transfer to Unguja Ukuu, an archaeological site on the island.
Take a boat ride from the village on a traditional motorized dhow boat.
Head to the small uninhabited islands of Miwi, Nianembe, or Kwale in the protected Menai Bay.
Go swimming, sunbathing, or snorkelling on the island.
See the unique flora and fauna of Zanzibar's tropical islands.
Drive back to the hotel at the end of the trip.