Tour Highlights
⛵ Traditional Wooden Boat Authentic local-style sailing with max 27 guests
🏝️ Iconic Nakupenda Sandbank Just 20-30 minutes offshore from Stone Town
🐠 Snorkeling at Shallow Coral Reef All snorkeling equipment included
🍤 Fresh Seafood & Swahili Buffet Lunch Grilled fish, octopus, rice, chapati & fruits
🍷 Drinks Included Soft drinks, wine or beer onboard
🏖️ Authentic Local Experience Simple, peaceful day on the ocean
About This Tour
Nakupenda Sandbank is one of the most impressive natural beaches in Zanzibar — a long strip of soft white sand surrounded by crystal-clear ocean.
Your journey begins in Stone Town at 09:00 AM, boarding a traditional local wooden boat for a short 20–30 minute ride. The local crew assists you onboard and provides soft drinks, wine or beer, plus snacks and tropical fruits throughout the day.
Once at the sandbank, you'll enjoy time to swim, relax, and snorkel with snorkeling equipment included, exploring the shallow coral reef teeming with marine life.
Around midday, a freshly prepared seafood & Swahili buffet lunch is served — often including fish, octopus, rice, chapati, vegetables, and seasonal fruits.
Depending on the tide and sea conditions, the return to Stone Town is between 3:30 and 4:00 PM.
This is a simple and authentic local tour with basic comfort, no toilet onboard, and a maximum of 27 guests — a relaxed and natural day surrounded by Zanzibar's beauty.
Departure Point: Stone Town (exact meeting point shared after booking — may change depending on tide) Group Size: Maximum 27 guests (shared) Boat Type: Traditional local wooden boat (no toilet onboard)
What's Not Included
- Towels
- Hotel transfers
- Toilet onboard (none available)
- Extra alcoholic drinks
- Tips (optional)
What to Bring
- Swimwear (worn under clothes)
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Sunglasses & hat
- Light cover-up
- Camera or waterproof phone case
- Booking confirmation
Guest Requirements
27
Cancellation Policy
24+ hours before: Full refund
Less than 24 hours: No refund
Weather cancellations: Full refund or reschedule
Tour Itinerary
Departure from Stone Town (09:00) Meet your captain and crew — board the traditional wooden boat (tide-dependent spot)
Cruise to Nakupenda Sandbank (09:20 – 09:30) Short 20-30 minute sail across calm turquoise waters
Morning — Swim, Snorkel & Relax Explore the shallow coral reef with included gear or relax on the sandbank
Midday — Seafood & Swahili Lunch Fresh grilled fish, octopus, rice, chapati and fruits with drinks served
Afternoon — Relaxing & Photos More swimming, photos at the iconic sandbank, lounging in paradise
Return to Stone Town (15:30 – 16:00) Smooth sail back, tide-dependent
Customer Reviews
From $99.00 /
1 guest
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before (100% refund).
Need last-minute flexibility? Add Flex at checkout.
Excluding processing fees
Don't miss out! This experience is usually fully booked
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