Tour Highlights
⛵ Traditional Swahili Wooden Dhow Authentic handcrafted local sailing experience
🌅 Magical Zanzibar Sunset Watch the sky turn gold over Nungwi & Kendwa
🍻 Open Bar Onboard Unlimited beer, wine, soda & bottled water
🍿 Light Local Snacks Crisps or fruit served while you sail
👥 Small Shared Group Maximum 20 guests for a relaxed vibe
🚐 Free Hotel Transfers Pickup from Kendwa & Nungwi area
About This Tour
Join Zanzibar's most authentic sunset experience aboard a traditional wooden dhow — handcrafted by local Swahili sailors. Departing from Kendwa Rocks Beach (Zanzibar Watersports Center), your friendly local crew will sail slowly along the north coast toward Nungwi, where the sun sets directly over the Indian Ocean.
Enjoy the open bar with unlimited local beer, wine, soda, and bottled water while island music plays and the ocean breeze keeps you cool. This isn't a luxury yacht — it's a relaxed local sailing experience: wood, waves, smiles, and a sky that burns orange and pink as the sun disappears.
This shared cruise (max 20 guests) is ideal for couples, families, and small groups looking for a fun, down-to-earth evening at sea — a true Swahili sailing moment without luxury yacht prices.
Departure Point: Zanzibar Watersports Center – Kendwa Beach (on the beach of Kendwa Rocks Hotel)
Group Size: Maximum 20 guests (shared cruise)
Boat Type: Traditional Swahili wooden dhow (no toilet onboard)
What's Not Included
- Towels
- Imported alcohol or cocktails
- Luxury amenities (this is a traditional wooden boat)
- Toilets (none onboard)
- Tips for crew (optional)
What to Bring
- Light jacket for evening breeze
- Sunscreen & sunglasses
- Camera
- ID for check-in
Guest Requirements
Fits up to 20 guests
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
No refund for same-day cancellations or no-shows
Weather-dependent — full refund or reschedule if sea conditions are unsafe
Tour Itinerary
Arrival & Boarding at Kendwa Beach (16:30) Check in with your crew & board directly from the sand
Sunset Sailing (16:30 – 18:30) Cruise along the Nungwi & Kendwa coastlines as the sky turns golden
Open Bar & Snacks Served Unlimited beer, wine, soda & water with island music playing
Return to Kendwa Beach (18:30) Smooth sail back & drop-off to your hotel
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From $65.00 /
1 guest
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before (100% refund).
Need last-minute flexibility? Add Flex at checkout.
Don't miss out! This experience is usually fully booked
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