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Zanzibar Sandbank Tour Bawe snorkel Nakupenda and BBQ Lunch

About this experience

Explore the romantic Nakupenda Sandbank with BBQ Lunch and snorkel in the pristine waters of Bawe island. Spend a unique shared sandbank tour. End the day full of unforgettable memories!

Relax and explore the Nakupenda Sandbank

Have a tour in the true paradise of the Nakupenda Sandbank where you will enjoy a lunch, fruits and soft drink. Nakupenda means “I love you” in Swahili, the local language of Tanzania. The moment you see and step foot on this sandbank you will fall in love with this little island. Discover the beautiful underwater world around this sandbank with snorkelling and greet all the little colourful fishes, other sea life and the most magical reefs.

Bawe island snorkelling

Discover the pristine waters of Bawe where you will enjoy snorkelling.

After this memorable day, your driver will drop you off back at your hotel.

Kindly note that the guide can flexibly adjust the route throughout the excursion.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr

Choose your tour option

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With Meeting Point
No hotel transfer included: Meet at the Stone Town seafront departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Nakupenda/Bawe. option shared, no transfer.
Transfer from Anywhere ZNZ
With Transfer from Zanzibar: It includes hotel transfer in Zanzibar Island.Tour requires minimum 5 people,if not reached we will contact you to reschedule
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • BBQ lunch (Meat or Seafood) / Vegetarian option
  • Professional driver ( only if option with transfer booked)
  • Marine conservation fees
  • Bottled water
  • Nakupenda Sandbank
  • Boat transfer to Bawe snorkelling
  • fresh tropical fruits
  • Boat transfer to Nakupenda Sandbank
  • soft drinks
  • Hotel pickup and Hotel drop-off (only if option with transfer selected)

Not included

  • Tip(optional)

Itinerary and highlights

With Meeting point : Meet at the Stone Town seafront departure point for a scenic coastal cruise along Nakupenda/Bawe. Perfect for those who prefer to join directly at the boat’s starting location. This option is shared and without transfer.

With Transfer from Anywhere Zanzibar : This option includes hotel transfer in Zanzibar Island. Enjoy a 6-hours adventure(including hotel transfer duration).

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Kindly be at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance, you will meet your guide for starting the tour with the boat cruise. Kindly note that a minimum of 5 people is required for this tour to operate. The hotel pick up/ hotel drop off is not included in this tour.
  • Kindly be at the reception 5 minutes in advance. Upon arrival the driver will confirm your names at the reception.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Beach & Safari

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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 4 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Kindly be at the reception 5 minutes in advance. Upon arrival the driver will confirm your names at the reception.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–12; Youth tickets: age 13–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. 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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