About this experience
This is easily one of Zanzibar’s best snorkeling days, and since it’s a shared "picnic" tour, the vibe is super social and laid-back. You’ll spend the morning drifting over reefs packed with fish before heading to a sandbank where we set up shade tents so you can swim and chill without getting scorched. The trip also takes you into the mangroves to a hidden natural swimming pool and over to Kwale Island to see a massive, ancient Baobab tree that's been there for centuries. When you get hungry, we put on a massive BBQ spread with everything from fresh seafood to vegetarian options, plus an open bar stocked with soft drinks
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr 30 min 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
- Lunch
- Snorkelling equipment
- Bottled water
Not included
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Pickup and drop off outside Stone town per way
Itinerary and highlights
The Safari Blue adventure kicks off in the sleepy fishing village of Fumba, the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the protected waters of Menai Bay. This area is famously untouched, dotted with deserted islands and often visited by wild humpback and bottlenose dolphins. After a quick morning briefing, you’ll sail out to a white-sand bank to spend the morning swimming or snorkeling through reefs that are absolutely packed with tropical fish—don't worry if you’re a beginner, as the guides have all the gear and tips you'll need. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, we head over to Kwale Island for a massive, hot-off-the-grill seafood buffet featuring lobster, prawns, and calamari. The day ends with a chill session at the "Blue Lagoon," a natural mangrove swimming pool, before heading back around 3:00 PM. It’s a full day of sun, salt, and some of the best food you’ll find on the island.
Meeting and pickup information
- Driver will pick you up at your hotel's reception
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- XPERIENCE TOURS AND TRAVEL LTD
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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