Tanzania · Cruise & Sailing

9-Hour Safari Blue Boat Tour in Zanzibar with Sandbank and Snorkelling

9 Hours Round trip from Pungume Island Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Snorkel near Pungume Island to spot colourful tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, and coral
02 Relax on a beautiful sandbank under the clear Zanzibar sky
03 Discover Kwale Island and climb its ancient fallen baobab tree that still stands tall
04 Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon around unspoiled islands
05 Enjoy a buffet lunch of delicious Swahili food with tropical local drinks

Escape the city crowds for a fun and relaxing day of swimming, snorkelling, and unwinding on a beautiful sandbank and in the tropical Blue Lagoon aboard a shared traditional dhow. Spend time soaking up the sun, exploring unspoiled islands, and discovering colourful marine life near Pungume Island. The experience also includes a delicious fresh seafood lunch served with local drinks.

Escape the city crowds for a fun and relaxing day of swimming, snorkelling, and unwinding on a beautiful sandbank and in the tropical Blue Lagoon aboard a shared traditional dhow.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Zanzibar

Languages Dutch, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Safari Blue Sandbank, Blue Lagoon, and Kwale Island

From the pristine sandbank, swim in shallow waters or sunbathe on the beach and enjoy the warmth of the tropical sun. Relax and bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibar sky. Relax on a beautiful sandbank where you'll learn or refresh your snorkel skills. From there, visit two snorkel sites near Pungume Island to see colourful tropical fish, sea turtles, rays, and coral. Finally, enjoy a sunset cruise with the chance to spot dolphins along the way.
Stop At: Pungume Island and Niamembe.
- Cruise directly to the islands of Kwale, Pungume, and Niamembe, where you will spend the day soaking up the sun, swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon, relaxing on the wooden dhow, or lying on a beautiful sandbank. Discover the tropical nature of these unspoiled islands.
Stop At: Kwale Island Zanzibar.
- Discover Kwale Island, a great place to explore and climb an ancient baobab tree that fell hundreds of years ago but is still standing tall. Walk along the beach, view coral formations, and discover hermit crabs scurrying about.