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Private Full-Day Cruise on Sandbank and Kwale Island

About this experience

A full day trip on a traditional dhow boat around the southern coastline of Zanzibar.

This magical journey will take you on an explora- tion of the Indian Ocean from Fumba shing vil- lage to the Menai Bay conservation area. There is a chance that you will see both Indo-Paci c hump- back and bottlenose dolphins.

The dhow boats are hand-crafted in East African mahogany. They are well equipped with motor outboards, sunshades, boarding ladder and life jackets.

In the sandbank you will snorkel, sunbath and swim. There are experienced snorkeling instruc- tors who will show you the coral reef and tropical marine life.

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Full-Day Cruise on Sandbank and Kwale Island
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesArabic (live guide), German (live guide), ru (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), pl (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Return transfer from the accommodation in Stone Town
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Boat
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Seafood buffet
  • Seasonal fruits

Not included

  • Alcohol on request.
  • Return transfer from the accommodation in beach area

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • If you are staying out of Stone Town, you will be charged an extra 100 USD for the return transfer.

Languages and tickets

  • Arabic — Guide
  • German — Guide
  • ru — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • pl — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Colors of Zanzibar

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
If you are staying out of Stone Town, you will be charged an extra 100 USD for the return transfer.
Which guide languages are listed?
Arabic (live guide), German (live guide), ru (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), pl (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–15; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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