Description
Time Duration: (08:00 – 17:00)
HIGHLIGHTS
- Zanzibar’s most talked about sea adventure
- Sailing, snorkeling, sunbathing on a Traditional Zanzibar Dhow
- Seafood Lunch
- Explore the mangrove lagoon
- Visit a very old 400-year-old Baobab tree where photographs can be taken and enjoy the stunning tropical forest of the Island.
OVERVIEW
This is a full day boat tour in traditional hand-built sailing dhows finished to the very highest standards of comfort and safety. It is the most popular excursion in Zanzibar and has been running great days out since 1996. Safari Blue Activities: Sail, snorkel, swim, sunbathe, explore, feast, observe, play. A Safari Blue day is packed with adventure. Menai Bay is scattered with isolated sandbanks, rugged island scenery, uninhabited islets, pristine marine life and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Snorkel Glide through the warm Indian Ocean and gaze at the abundant and diverse marine life through translucent waters. We snorkel over two different reefs in the morning. Take advantage of our Crew’s expertise as they guide you to the best viewing spots.
Sandbank Mid morning, we arrive at a large powdery sandbank. From here enjoy the pristine sand, swim in the shallow waters or simply lay on the beach and relish the warmth of the tropical sun. Swim From the sandbank, boat and Kwale Island, the day is filled with opportunities to play in the stunning waters. Dolphins Menai Bay is a marine-protected area and a sanctuary for humpback and bottlenose dolphins. Dolphins are seen on 90% of our trips. Sunbathe On the sandbank or the Kwale Island beach, relax and bask in the sun under the clear Zanzibar sky. Feast Our Kwale Island restaurant is ready to serve you as soon as you arrive. Feast on delicious grilled fresh seafood with local sauces.
Your meal is followed by a tasting of 10-15 exotic fruits served by one of the Crew. Afterwards, sip on Amarula and coffee. Ngalawa Weather permitting, sail on a traditional double-outrigger canoe used by local fishermen. Explore Kwale Island is a great place to explore – climb an ancient baobab tree, walk along the beach, view coral formations and discover hermit crabs scurrying about Dhow Sail On your return to Fumba, the crew raises the lateen sail while you make a leisurely voyage back as the sun sets on your glorious day in paradise.
These are some of the tours which you can do while in ZANZIBAR, kindly advise which you would prefer and advise us to make arrangement on the dates requested.
INCLUDES:
- Entrances fees
- Pick up and drop off at your Hotel
- Snorkeling gear (life jacket, mask & flippers)
- Seafood Lunch
- Alcohol
- Soft Drinks
- Boat charter
- Transport waiting charge
- Experienced Professional Tour guide
- All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
“The price of this Tour does not include Tips / Gratuities for the poters guides, as in the rest of the world tips are given only when the Clients are satisfied with service they have been given. It is customary however to tip ones guides and porters, guidelines will be given.”
EXCLUDES:
- Medical Insurance
- Local & International Flights
- Visa
- Airport Taxes
- Expenses of a personal nature
Please contact the travel agency to get more information.
G Brown –
The boat trip is exquisite. It should be on everybody’s wish list.